Camp Guide
Spending part of their summer at camp is one of those amazing experiences that will stay with your child forever. Use this guide to learn about some of the top sleepaway options throughout the United States. All of them will help your child gain valuable confidence,...
Holiday Books
This story was provided by The Local Moms Network Contributor Rosemary D’Urso, aka LibraryMom. December is here and that means it’s time to break out the holiday books! Whether filled with a heartwarming storyline, engaging characters, or gorgeous illustrations, each...
Getting In Shape Down There After Childbirth
by Caryn McAllister, PT, DPT / President & CEO of High Quality Home TherapyAfter giving birth, your new bundle will naturally be your top priority. But as they say on airplanes, you need to put your oxygen mask on first. It’s vital to consider your own postpartum...
Entertainment For The Whole Family At Webster Bank Arena!
In the winter, we can't get enough ideas for fun family activities that will keep everyone entertained! That's why we're so lucky to have Webster Bank Arena nearby. With Sound Tigers hockey games and other sporting events, fun family entertainment, comedy shows and...
Elf on the Shelf
Elf on the Shelf: 5 Easy Tips to Make It Less Stressful Courtesy of Elf on the Shelf To read our interview with the founders of Elf on the Shelf, click here. Like basically everything in parenting, Elf on the Shelf can be a blessing and, well, a curse. The cute little...
2019 Extraordinary Holiday Gift Guide!
The Extraordinary Holiday Gift Guide! Before kids, we had all our holiday shopping done by (or shortly after) Thanksgiving. Post-kids? We sometimes find ourselves relying on anything available with overnight shipping, or online gift cards (when we’re truly out of...
Meet A Mom, Terri Katz
Where are you from originally and how long have you lived in Ridgefield? I grew up in Staten Island NY and have lived in Washington DC, New Rochelle, NY and Danbury CT. When we lived in Danbury, my family always loved to come to Ridgefield for...
Turkey Carving
These helpful instructions were provided by dad of two Mike Geller, founder of Mike’s Organics in Stamford, CT. The traditional image of The Thanksgiving Turkey being carved at the dinner table is very romantic, but it not practical, nor is it the best way to...
Thanksgiving Wines
This post was contributed by Kate Santangelo of our Monmouth Moms site! Are you hosting this Thanksgiving? Bringing the wine to your in-laws? Just want to have a little vino while you’re cooking? I’ve got you covered! As a former wine professional, I learned a lot...
Pesto Mac and Cheese
If your kids are like ours, you have some serious mac ‘n cheese connoisseurs in your house. And as parents, we’re always looking to boost the nutrition in this dinnertime staple. We’ve been known to stir in some peas, (very fined) chopped spinach, and even pureed...
Pumpkin Pie
Kate McDermott, author of Art of the Pie, was a finalist for the prestigious James Beard award for chefs. She’s also mom to Duncan, 32, who started baking with her as a toddler. This classic pumpkin pie is a family favorite for Thanksgiving. Her secret, expert tip? It...
Thanksgiving Cauliflower
Although turkey gets a lot of attention on Thanksgiving—it is nicknamed "Turkey Day" after all—we have come to realize it's all about the sides. From brown sugar-laced sweet potatoes to green beans topped with fried onions, the comfort food dishes surrounding the...
Stress over the Holidays
This story was contributed by Caitlyn Dunn, LCSW. Ah…the most wonderful time of the year (wink, wink)! More like the most stressful time of year, especially for all of us “making” the holidays—aka moms. Here are some tips to help actually feel lots of...
Tablescape Decor
This original story was contributed by The Local Moms Network Contributor, Host to Perfection! Fall is upon us; it's probably the most desired season! The temperature starts to drop, the air becomes crisp, and people are slowly drawn into hibernation mode....
Alexa James
Like many of us, Karina Drake says that having her first child completely changed her perspective. “We were living in New York City where I was attending a merchandising program at Parsons [School of Design] when we found out we were expecting Alexa,” says Drake....
Safe Holiday Transportation for You and Your Family
The holiday season is a time to enjoy the company of loved ones, making memories and carrying out family traditions. In the next few months, you may find yourself traveling by car, train, or plane to holiday dinners, parties, reunions, and more. And while seeing...
Meet a Mom, Lauren Gabrielsson
Where are you from originally and how long have you lived in town? I am originally from Michigan in a suburb outside of Detroit. I moved to New York in 2008 for my first job in design at Tommy Hilfiger. One thing people would be surprised to know about you... I...
Pictures with Santa
Cozy up inside and show your child the magic of Santa in an intimate and stress free setting, where they can meet Santa, ask him questions, and tell him what they are wishing for - 10 minute sessions with digital files included-- click link below for more details...
Ridgefield Kempo
As busy parents, we are always looking for activities for our children that not only challenge them physically, but enhance them socially & emotionally as well. When we discovered Ridgefield Kempo, we were blown away that they covered all of the above!...
Cerebelly
This week’s meet-a-mom is Teresa Purzner, the accomplished mom of three who recently launched Cerebelly, an amazing new baby food brand. When she couldn’t find a product that was both convenient and had the nutrition she was looking for, she developed her own, which...
