A Go-To Blueberry Pie Recipe for the 4th of July!
Anyone else baking up a storm this summer? We’re adding this festive dessert from Art of the Pie’s Kate McDermott to our 4th of July baking list. Her new book, Pie Camp: The Skills You Need to Make Any Pie You Want (Countryman Press) will be released October 6,...
Zipped Bags!
After spending so much time at home recently, is anyone else itching to get organized? That’s why we love Zipped Bags, durable, reusable clear bags that are designed and sewn in the USA. They each have colorful, chic accents, are more eco-friendly than disposable...
Rose Cocktails
Rosé is the official drink of summer, and it’s also a perfect base for warm weather cocktails. We asked Erica Blumenthal and Nikki Huginar, who co-authored Yes Way Rosé, for their favorite pink mixed drinks. See below and cheers to summer! Photos: Sarah Anne Ward Spa...
CT Enters PHASE 2 Today!
A quick round-up of what is opening in CT today!
Meet a Mom, Reon Baird-Feldman, PhD
Race, COVID-19 & More: Our Chat with a Psychologist Mom! This story originally appeared on Greenwich Moms. This week’s Meet a Mom is Reon Baird-Feldman, PhD. Born in Guyana, South America, she moved to White Plains, NY when she was 7. “We lived with several of my...
Summer Camp Guide-Updated with Safety Protocols
Spring is in the air, which naturally has most moms starting to think about and plan summer fun for their families! We have curated a list of local camps to start your search for the perfect summer adventures for your children. These specialty camps range in activities from Arts, Sports, Music, Specialized Skills and more…something for every child to enjoy!
Strawberry Picking Guide!
Pick Your Own-2020 Safety Protocol Updates Fairfield County Pick Your-Own Guide Berry Picking is always on our summer bucket list and we can’t wait to get outside with the kids and check out some of these great spots! Most pick-your-own farms in Fairfield...
Raising a Self-Reliant Child
Smart advice from Dr. Alanna Levine, a NYC based mom and pediatrician.
Sunscreen for Kids
Looking to keep your kids safe from the sun this summer? The first thing to look for in a sunscreen is a physical (as opposed to chemical) formula. Safer ingredients include zinc oxide and titanium dioxide, while ones to avoid include avobenzone, oxybenzone,...
Lost Husband Movie
If movies have been a favorite distraction for you these days, put The Lost Husband on your download list. Based on the novel by bestselling author Katherine Center, this heartwarming and funny film features Leslie Bibb (a woman rebuilding her life after her husband's...
Summer Camp & COVID-19 Guidelines: Info from the American Camp Association!
As our Spring of homeschooling comes to a close and Summer gets underway, camps nationwide are facing a decision about whether or not to open—and parents are making their own decisions about how to spend their summer. There are so many considerations...
COVID & Kids:
What to Know About the New Inflammatory Syndrome Have you been hearing about the inflammatory syndrome being linked to COVID-19 cases in kids? This new development is frightening for families, especially as we weigh the possibility of camp, and school not too far on...
Literacy Tips
The mom behind Busy Bee Literacy shares her best advice.
Self Care During Quarantine
This story was shared by Eva Amurri and originally appeared on Happily Eva After. SUPPLIES… Nail Polish Remover Cotton Balls Nail File Acetone-Based Lacquer Remover (only if you have gel on your nails) Aluminum Foil (only if you have gel on your nails) Nail...
Overcoming Anxiety and Sleep Issues
With these uncertain times it can come as no surprise that our little ones’ sleep habits are a bit uncertain as well! Children thrive on routine. With a lack of schedules, outings, and activities children are left without a firm...
Meet A Mom, Elin Hilderbrand
This interview with New York Times bestselling author Elin Hildberbrand originally appeared on South Shore Moms. I was so thrilled to get the chance to connect with the lovely, talented and very busy writer, Elin Hilderbrand. I just love breezing through her...
Yale Telemedicine Tips
One of the many new experiences we’ve had during quarantine (aside from cutting our spouse’s hair and homeschooling our kids...) is telemedicine visits. In many ways, telemedicine is incredibly convenient, particularly with kids—you don’t have to wrangle littles ones...
Cheers to Mom with 2 Simple Sangria Recipes!
Cheers to us, Moms! After spending the last few weeks (months?!) at home with our kids, we hope you get a little time to yourself this weekend. This Mother’s Day is certainly one we’ll never forget. And while we may look back on it as a time of fatigue, worry, and...
Mothers Day Gift Guide
We have rounded up some of our favorite local stores & services to show Mom just how much we appreciate her!
The Gift Card Project
Minnie McCartan has lived in Ridgefield for 13 years and is a busy mom of 4, Maddie (12) Lily (10) Kasey (8) and Gray (7). She is also the woman along with her oldest daughter who have launched, The Gift Card Project in Ridgefield. This...