Whether on the sidelines of our kids' games, gathering with friends and neighbors to watch a game on TV or simply having a game on in the background, the sounds of football are all around us this time of year. What do we love most about football season? Well, it differs between us, but what we do agree on is how the excitement around the game is contagious and how it brings us together.

Woman who lead by example, have built powerful lives and businesses, inspire those around them and leave a wake of motivation in their path- we not only admire them, but we learn from them.

From simple walks to exciting plans, from weekly routines to the rare outing- all of us have run the gamut for our date night routines and favorite ideas. As with many things, our date nights have evolved over time as our familes have grown. When our babies were little, it may have felt hard to get away, but that time felt more rejuvenating.

Whether a birthday tradition includes a morning surprise, a homemade surprise themed cake, balloons or an exciting trip - what holds true about all of our favorite ways to celebrate is making sure our people feel special. On someone's special day, whether our kids, hubbies or our own, knowing that the people around you love seeing you shine and feel loved makes the day.

From Scottsdale to Nantucket, from a lake house to a camping ground, our favorite girls trips may not have a lot in common - except, they all leave us with a similar feeling. Filled up and connected. though it is hard to get away with kids of all ages, the time we spend connecting with great friends, laughing until it hurts, relaxing in a different place and genuinely enjoying each other's c

Starting a new school year comes with lots of emotions, lots of activities and lots of things to juggle. With 18 kids between 6 moms, this is a busy and exciting time of year. How do we prepare our kids and ourselves for all that a new school year bring? With grace, organization, tackling one thing at a time, meal prepping and realizing that our presence and steadiness in this time of transition is really what's worth prioritizing.

When it comes to all the changes happening in our bodies as we approach perimenopause and menopause, we have way more questions than answers. From brain fog and fatigue to weight gains and hot flashes, this time of our life can be a barrel of laughs. Well, we have treat for you! This week, we found an expert to answer all of our questions. Alexis Dunne, MD MSCP is a board certified internal medicine physician who also runs a virtual menopause clinic.

With kids ranging from 11th grade to 1st grade, we are all at various stages of the parenting game. And, each of us have struggled with knowing the right timing for a cell phone for our kids. In Ali and Ashely's case, that time hasn't come yet. For Rebecca, with a Junior in High School, she's crossed that bridge, has a cell phone contract with her kids and has learned a lot along the way. Find 5 perspectives on this tricky milestone.

We all agree - tacos are a crowd pleaser! With the myriad of ways that the mixings for tacos can be sliced and diced - the options really feel endless. Between vegetarian enchiladas and pulled pork nachos, wait until you check out Rebecca's go-tos. Jen even turns to breakfast tacos - why not? With the ease of throwing them together quickly and the ability to reheat them simply for a post-pracitce dinner see how we celebrate Taco Tuesday (or any day that ends in "Y"!).

Parenting can be the hardest and the most rewarding job we'll ever face. Every season brings new experiences, new milestones, new memories and new challenges. Luckily, we have each other, we have our friends, colleagues, parents and even complete strangers to offer advice along the way. 6 moms with 18 kids combined share the best advice they've ever received.

If the feeling of having your nails "done" is something you enjoy and make time for is a totally personal preference. Between the 6 of us, we have 6 different thoughts on the topic - from no interest at all to a standing appointment in a salon every 3 weeks. Plus, 3 of us have at home options that we've become addicted to as well.

Where in the world do you feel inspired, in awe of your surroundings, full of wonder, most like yourself and totally comfortable? Where do you crave, long for, look forward to and always want to go back? 6 moms share our favorite places in the entire world and just what makes them so special. From the special memories made in each place, to the feeling we get just thinking about being there and the magnetism that pulls us back, we each share our favorite place below.

While one could argue that indulging in something that fills you up shouldn't leave you feeling guilty, we all have that one thing that we just love and others may not "get." Maybe it is a specific coffee order, questionable music preferences, catching up on Bravo or shopping - what keeps you sane, entertained and feeling like you?

Friendships in your 40's can feel like having people in your corner, a village of support and connections at important intersections in our lives. But, how do you make friends at this stage of the game? The 6 of us share where we've found our closest connections, how we foster these relationships and just what they mean to us.

Summer is such a precious time of the year. While the daylight is longer, the days sure do feel like they fly by faster. With just 18 summers with each kiddo, how do we make the most of them? As 6 moms of 18 kids combined, we chat about the idea of creating a summer bucket list - does this help keep the days full of excitement or does it create a list reminiscent of New Years resolutions - fun to make, but daunting to follow through on?

That illustrious "me time" is very hard to come by. And, as busy moms, the to-do list is relentless, so often times, free time to ourselves is taken up with getting something done - checking something off the list. While feeling productive can feel good, what if the to-do list was off limits? Then what? Even the daydream about this time (and freedom) is exciting. All six of us answer this question with different ideas to refill, recharge and be reinspired by the world aroun

Screen time- from toddlers to teenagers, the way we manage, monitor, guide and set boundaries evolves over time. There is no doubt that screens will forever be a part of our kids' lives, but how we as their parents oversee this multi-faceted challenge (and opportunity) is very individual to each family and to each child. As 6 moms with 18 kids combined, we have a range of approaches to this tricky subject.

Do you love a peaceful break or an exhilarating adventure? A faraway land or a familiar favorite? When you're able to break away from the everyday for a vacation, what is it that feels like the best way to refuel and reconnect? Asking 6 moms this question, the varity is a vast as our families. While the magic mix of elements that make a vacation truly special is a personal cocktail, we all seem to agree - the people, the wonder and the peaceful moments make any destination a

With Memorial Day upon us and the unofficial start of summer, it is officially BBQ season. While gathering with friends and family is the best part of any BBQ, having a go-to dish to take lets arriving with something delicious in-hand much easier. Ranging from simple barbecue chicken to a range of desserts - we serve up our favorites below - and a dose of honesty.

Can we reclaim May-Cember with some May-Sanity? Between the extra school events, appreciation weeks, countdowns, preparing for summer and all the excitement that May brings, how do we make sure we are staying centered, present and focused on what matters?