Meet A Dad-Brad Bellagamba
Meet - A - Dad Brad Bellagamba- Prospector Theater Where are you from originally and how long have you lived in town? Born and raised in Ridgefield. Class of ’99! Went to school in Boston, stayed up there for awhile, then moved to San Francisco briefly before...
April Larken
This story was adapted from one that originally ran on Greenwich Moms. This week’s Meet a Mom is DJ April Larken. After a successful career in the bridal industry (including stints spent working at Vera Wang and Carolina Herrera), and time spent as a...
Hot Dog Bar
Besides ice cream, there are few foods that scream “summer” more than hot dogs, right? So on this summer kick-off weekend, we wanted to share this adorable hot dog bar from one of our favorite food bloggers, Jessica Merchant of How Sweet Eats. Mom to...
Mom Apps
This story originally appeared on one of The Local Moms Network local sites, West University Moms. Between shuffling kiddos to school, their activities, appointments, exercise, work and never-ending errands, many of us moms feel rushed and anxious....
Karolina Kurkova
Over the last few decades, Karolina Kurkova has made a name for herself with a hugely successful modeling career. Her resume includes highlights such as twenty-five Vogue magazine covers, being named a Victoria’s Secret Angel and completing massive...
HQHT- Home Therapy
by: Caryn McAllister, High Quality Home TherapyWhen you or someone in your family is struggling with a health issue such as autism, back pain, cerebral palsy, dementia, developmental delay, headache, chronic pain, concussion, Multiple Sclerosis, Pelvic Floor...
Taco Tuesday
Anyone else feel like they're constantly working to find easy recipes that the whole family will not only eat, but love? Taco Tuesday is always a crowd pleaser, even in Melissa Hartwig Urban's house. We spoke to the Whole30 CEO about her favorite spin on...
Paula’s Choice: A Better Sinkcare Option
At The Local Moms Network, we love to share brands that are true to our mission of “giving moms the gift of time”. So when we partner with companies, we want to highlight ones that really deliver. That’s why we wanted to share what we’ve learned about...
Dudley Stephens
Most of us have "mom uniforms"—those go-to pieces that make us feel put together quickly. The best are stylish, cozy, washable, and flattering (especially to post-partum bellies). The Connecticut-based Dudley Stephens fleece line, launched by sisters (both...
Mothers Day Gift Guide
There are some Mother’s Day gifts that are priceless—the classic breakfast in bed and homemade card, for instance. We can’t help you there, but the list below are things we would love to get, and plan to give, for every kind of mom. Happy Mother’s Day from...
NEINH– Migraine Help
Dr. Kate Mullin is the Medical Director of Clinical Research at the New England Institute for Neurology and Headache (NEINH), a multi-disciplinary, tertiary care neurology and headache center headquartered in Stamford, CT. (To learn more about Dr. Mullin...
Beekeeper’s Natural
If you’re like us, you’ve been hearing about the benefits of honey—and more specifically, propolis—for awhile. And who isn’t always looking for ways to keep their family healthy? We spoke to Carly Stein, who created Beekeeper’s Naturals, about her new...
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...
