The New Normal…
None of the past few months makes much sense, and if you’re like us, you’re getting pretty darn tired. And not the kind of tired a solid 8 hours can fix (even though yes, that would be lovely anyway). It just isn’t normal to…. …Take on more than we ever have,...
Meet A Mom- Tina Langley Walsh of Lavish Gardener
Endless blooms, vibrant gardens & patio design thoughtfully curated with style. Meet Tina Walsh of Lavish Gardener 🦋
Jane Rosen, Author of Eliza Starts a Rumor
We’re thrilled to launch The Local Moms Book Club with Eliza Starts a Rumor! The book revolves around Eliza Hunt, a mom who created the Hudson Valley Ladies’ Bulletin board when her twins were in preschool. Cue the mom forum drama (a la today’s social media groups)...
Meet Liz Raymond of Rags to Rainbows
Tie dye is all the rave right now and we are so lucky to have tie dye artist extraordinaire, Liz Raymond here in Ridgefield to make all of your tie dye dreams come true!
Snack Time with Dr. Brittny Howell
Kids are funny, aren’t they? You can toil in the kitchen, over a hot stove, in the middle of the hot summer, for hours to create a yummy, nutritious meal for them, and there’s a great chance they’ll be unimpressed. 😏 But you can give them a platter full of...
Lucy’s Story
Lucy Van Doormaal was born on April 1st, 2020 at British Columbia Children’s Hospital in Vancouver, CA, joining older brother Sullivan, 3. But just a week later, parents Scott and Laura noticed something wasn’t right. “Lucy was a natural thumb sucker, and within...
Meet a Mom-Melba Higginson
Melba Higginson Owner; Eye Coco Where are you from originally and how long have you lived in town? I was born in the Dominican Republic, grew up in Jersey City, NJ, and lived in NYC for 22 years. We moved to Ridgefield 12 years ago and are loving it! How many...
Where Do We Go From Here? Keep Talking.
“I’m writing this to encourage you to keep talking. Keep talking to your kids, to your friends and families and think about what you can do to continue the work in your own circles. Read the books, watch the videos, share them and discuss how you can move your community forward.”
No-Bake Cheese Cake from Host to Perfection!
This recipe was contributed by The Local Moms Network Contributor, Host to Perfection! This No-Bake Cheesecake is so creamy and deliciousm and it’s a great Summer treat! Skip the oven and try this simple, but thick, rich and creamy filling cheesecake....
Social Distance Friendly Day Trip Ideas!
A musician at the Five Sense Festival This Summer may look a little different than any in the past, and that includes rethinking that traditional summer vacation. If you’re looking for day trip or weekend events ideas, here are a few to consider: Five Senses...
Where To Go Blueberry Picking In CT & NY!
Want fresh blueberries and a fun activity to do while social distancing? Blueberry picking season runs July – August in our area. Some farms have already begun pick your own! Below is a list of farms that allow you to pick blueberries! Be sure to check before heading...
Loaded Sheet Pan Nachos from Hip Foodie Mom!
Credit: Sunny Frantz Photography Thank you to Hip Foodie Mom for sharing this recipe. Alice Choi, the Pennyslvania-based mom of two behind Hip Foodie Mom, is known for her healthy, fast, weeknight meal ideas. These Loaded Sheet Pan Nachos are one of those go-to...
Recess Playworks-Kids Play While You Work! Are you still looking for summer activities for your kids? Recess PlayWorks’ outdoor Summer Program is your answer for summer fun. They have classes for everyone: Art, Sewing, Science, DIY Friendship bracelets and...
Beyond COVID-19: Keeping Kids Safe This Summer
Of course, coronavirus is on all of our minds this summer, particularly as we look towards the Fall and various back to school plans. But as we spend more time at home and continue to stay safe through social distancing, experts urge parents not to forget about the...
Popsicles: Refreshing Recipes for Summer Fun!
Popsicles are synonymous with summer, and for good reason—they’re refreshing on hot days, help hydrate kids and adults alike, and are easy to hold, even for tiny toddler hands. Take a look at our delicious and fun popsicle roundup!
7 Ways to Encourage a Healthy Body Image in Girls—and Boys!
This story was contributed by Tamsin Jordan, MS, RD. Follow her @nutritionbytamsin. We all want our kids to be happy and healthy. A large part of that is encouraging them to love themselves just the way they are. Unfortunately, the societal pressure on children to...
MIT student-Danielle Geathers
As moms, we all want our children to grow up to accomplish their dreams. When we read the People magazine interview with Danielle Geathers, the first Black female Student Body President at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), we wanted to know more about...
Alliance Tutoring
This story was provided and sponsored by Alliance Tutoring. According to a report put out by the ACT, a college testing agency, the national average in the United States for college freshman retention rate is 65.7%. That means that more than one third of college...
4th of July Overnight Oats
Easy 4th of July Recipes! Credit: Freut CakeNeed some ideas for your 4th of July menu? These options include something for everyone, from festive cocktails to savory sides. Hope everyone has a happy—and healthy—holiday this year. Drinks Watermelon Mojito from Barefoot...