Cinco de Mayo
We are big fans of Cinco de Mayo—the tacos, the margaritas…what’s not to love? And one day of eating and drinking like you still have your pre-kids, college-age metabolism (sigh…) won’t derail your health and wellness goals (in fact, research has proven...
Mothers Day Cocktails
Whether you're hosting a Mother's Day brunch this year, or simply want to toast to yourself, we can't think of a better cocktail to do it with than these Mother's Day Floral Cocktails from The Local Moms Network contributor Domestikated Life. Elderflower...
Meet A Mom
Meet A Mom, Ashley Rizzo Owner, Well Rested Baby Where did you grow up and how did you find your way to Ridgefield, CT? I grew up the youngest of four in Lakewood, Ohio, a suburb on the west side of Cleveland. I adore where I am from, but after college I was eager to...
ShelfGenie: An Organizing Expert’s Secret Weapon
This interview with ShelfGenie's Alex Modica, conducted by organizing expert Seana Turner, originally appeared on TheSeanaMethod.com. One of the first people I met when I entered the professional organizing world was Alex Modica. He is the owner of...
Raise a Reader!
We all know how important reading to kids is for their literacy, but what do you do if your children—particularly school age and older—aren’t naturally eager readers? We spoke to New York Times-bestselling author Michael Northrop, who has penned thirteen...
Mom Health
Moms have a really bad habit of putting everyone else first. When it comes to keeping our families healthy, we rarely miss a kids’ pediatrician well visit, and if a little one gets sick? We move heaven and earth to make sure they feel better, ASAP. A...
Kristin Cavallari
After Kristin Cavallari first found fame on Laguna Beach in 2004, she went on to star on The Hills, and then parlayed reality stardom into other career opportunities, including several clothing, jewelry and shoe lines (her most recent include Uncommon...
Spring Home Guide
April showers bring…spring cleaning and tons of to-do’s for home maintenance and repair. Whether you’re a new homeowner, old pro, or looking to sell your home this spring, Ridgefield Moms has you covered with a list of companies who can help you handle all things...
Kelle Hampton
We first started reading Kelle Hampton’s motherhood and lifestyle blog, Enjoying the Small Things, even before we had our own kids. This Naples, Florida-based writer had already grown a sizeable following by sharing her life as a mom to a toddler, daughter...
Infertility
When you’re trying to support a friend or family member who’s finding it hard to start (or add to) their family, it can be difficult to find the right words—especially if you’ve never dealt with infertility yourself. To find out what likely won’t help, we...
Meet a Entrepreneur
Jeff Konchalski Owner, Natures Temptations Where are you from originally and how long have you lived in town? I grew up in Yorktown Heights, New York. Then lived in South Salem, New York for many years. I now live in Ridgefield and have been in town for just...
Screen Time
In this day and age, expecting your kids to never lay eyes on a screen is probably unrealistic. Many schools are even incorporating them into the curriculum. But research shows that kids under 8 are using mobile devices more than 2 hours a day (despite the...
Spring Fashion
7 Spring Style Trends You’ll Love! Our fashion contributor, Kristin Koch, is the Executive Director of Seventeen, overseeing the content and editorial operations for all of Seventeen’s digital and print efforts. She is also the founder of lifestyle blog, Closetful of...
Family Friendly Decor
When interior designer Chris Roughan puts together a design plan for her clients, she keeps function in mind along with aesthetics. “Every client lives differently and to me, great design is not about something that’s simply...
Denise Richards
Denise Richard’s professional biography is long and impressive—over 95 roles in three decades working on big and small screens, including star turns in movies like Starship Troopers and Wild Thingsand on hit shows like Spin City and Two and a Half Men. She’s even...
St.Patty’s Day Healthy Cupcakes
Looking for a super easy St. Patrick's Day activity or sweet treat? You'll love this crazy simple—and healthy!—recipe from our friend Emma Heming Willis, which she says her two girls, Mabel (6), and Evelyn (4) love. The secret ingredient? Spinach,...
Westport Young Women’s League
Carrot Turmeric Soup
Anyone else feel like cold and flu season is never going away? Whether your house has been hit hard this winter or you feel like you’re fighting it off because everyone around you is sick, considering taking to the kitchen to boost your family’s immunity,...
Rudy’s Executive Transportation: Luxury Car Service - A Great Option for Families with Children Whether you have a family vehicle of your own or you mainly rely on public transportation to get around, it can be a huge challenge to travel as a family to and from your...
Spring Break Part 3-Naples
Planning a southwest Florida spring break getaway? We turned to our Naples experts—The Naples Moms—for local recommendations, from hotels to activities. For more Florida trip ideas, don’t miss our Spring Break Guides for The Florida Keys and Palm...