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Healthy Chip Alternative: Baked Parmesan Zucchini Rounds
I am one to admit, I have a craving for salty snacks, especially chips. I can eat a whole family sized bag of chips in one sitting (don’t know if I should brag about that, but it is true!) This salty food craving inspired me to find a healthy alternative to potato...
Weekend Round Up 8.3
Happy Friday Hyde Park Moms! The weather is looking a little hot and humid today and tomorrow with temperatures in the upper 80s and partly sunny (sounds like a good day to take a dip in the pool, if you ask me). But if the pool isn’t your cup of tea, there are all...
New Mom Approved Restaurant Alert: CoreLife Eatery
CoreLife Eatery CoreLife Eatery had its grand opening in Hyde Park Plaza on Friday, July 20th. Their fast food is unique due to their non-GMO, no high fructose corn syrup, no artificial sweeteners and no artificial colors or flavoring. Additionally, their...
NSALE Steals
Happy NSALE Season Hyde Park Moms! I wanted to share with you some of my personal favorites on sale this season that are still available online. Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale ends August 5th and prices go back up August 6th so make sure to check out these NSALE Steals...
Weekend Round Up 7.27
Happy Friday Hyde Park Moms! The weather is looking beautiful with 80 degrees and sunny days for the whole weekend. There is all sort of fun family filled activities happening this weekend and here are a few you should definitely look into! Around Town Friday, July...
Caprese Pesto Pasta Salad
This is one of the tastiest pasta salads I’ve made. I love that you can eat this at any temperature. Cold for a picnic lunch or warm for a dinner entre. It couldn’t be easier! I didn’t measure everything out, so I “guesstimated” on how much of each ingredient - make...
Letter of the Day Activity
I love when I see a great idea from other Moms in our community and when I saw this one, I HAD to share with everyone! My friend Lindsey has the cutest little girls, Ruby and Frances (follow their instagram!), who are always on adventures around town. She recently put...
Meet Ami
I am so excited to introduce you to Ami. Not only is she incredibly driven and smart, she's the sweetest - she makes you feel like you've known her for years when you meet her! Get to know more about Ami, her family and check out her growing business, Arkadiance - an...
Meal Planning with PlateJoy + Reader Discount
Are you feeling uninspired in the kitchen? Do you feel like you are scrambling to pull dinner together each night? Do you have that rotting bag of kale in the back of your fridge? Yea, me too! Enter PlateJoy. This meal planning service is one of the most customizable...
Meet Chris
In honor of Father’s Day, I wanted to highlight a Dad in our community who is nothing short of inspiring. It’s with great pleasure that I introduce to you our first ‘Meet a Dad,’ and my cousin, Chris Rohde. Take some time to read about this guy who’s one of the best...
15 Questions to Ask on Your Daycare Tour
There is nothing more stressful than finding the right type of childcare for your babies as you go back to work. It can be hard to know where to start. The checklist of questions below can help steer you in the right direction so you don’t feel so lost. Good luck,...
Father’s Day Gift Ideas
Father’s Day is around the corner and we’ve rounded up some great gifts for that special man in your life! Add some hugs and kisses from you and the kiddos and he’s guaranteed a smile on his face! Happy Father’s Day! 1. Trendy sweats that he can lounge...
Body Butter for Eczema
With the heat and the swimming pool in full swing, my daughter's eczema has been flaring up a bit. Now, the ring pops and ice cream are probably not helping either, but I am on the hunt to try and tame any flares she has. I came across this recipe below and I've been...
Outside Activities to Promote Development
Now that the warm weather is finally here it is time for some outside activities! As you know, outdoor activities are a great way for children to stay fit as well as release some excess energy. Here are some great ways to promote gross motor, fine motor and speech...
Healthier Sloppy Joes
These Healthy Sloppy Joes have quickly become a fan favorite in my house. You can also modify this recipe in many ways to make it even healthier for your family. I also love that it's quick, easy and cheap! You will easily have leftovers, or you...
Memorial Day Crafts
HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND! Hope you all get to spend time with family and friends. Safe travels to those who are headed out of town! Staying home? If you're looking for some crafts to keep the kids busy, here are 3 cute ideas to try this weekend. Save in...
Children's Books that Encourage Inclusion & Acceptance
With the downtime of summer fast approaching, now is a wonderful time to start exploring new books that foster meaningful conversations between children and adults. Books have the potential to create a lasting impact while gently guiding children through characters...
Best Brunch Spots
Who doesn’t love a good Sunday brunch with the family? I’ve been on the hunt for the best spots that are accommodating for families and here is my grand. Have a hidden gem? Send it my way and we can check it out and add it to the list. Happy brunching! Sleepy Bee Cafe...
Warm Weather Wants
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Time-Saving Mother’s Day Gifts
Looking for a last minute gift for the Mom’s in your life? I’ve put together a list of my favorite items lately that I use almost every day. All of these items will save you time, and that’s what Hyde Park Moms is all about - making sure you get the gift of time back!...