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Meet a Mom: Nikki Reed

Meet a Mom: Nikki Reed

Nikki Reed is best known for starring as vampire Rosale Hale in The Twilight Saga, and for her breakout role as a teenager in the critically acclaimed movie Thirteen. More recently, however, she’s focused on other roles, including founding Bayou with Love, a...

5 Spring Vegetables to Add to Your Shopping List

5 Spring Vegetables to Add to Your Shopping List

Spring is for revamping – and your meal options are no exception. If you’re a creature of habit, here’s a nudge to try some new, seasonal options. To help savor the very best of spring gardens, The Local Moms Network contributor Stefani Sassos, Registered Dietician...

Asparagus, Swiss Chard & Feta Frittata

Asparagus, Swiss Chard & Feta Frittata

Asparagus is a spring farmer’s market staple, and this frittata is a great way to use up a bunch—or any seasonal veggies you have on hand. Thanks to the TODAY Show’s Joy Bauer for sharing! INGREDIENTS: • 6 whole eggs • 6 egg whites • ½ cup light sour cream •...

Spring in New York

Spring in New York

The sun streams through the clouds in Central Park. Joggers running around the Reservoir trade leggings for shorts. Sweaters are tied at the waist during lunchtime strolls to the Boathouse. Now that spring has sprung and the Northeast slowly warms up, there’s no...

7 Ways to Reduce Screen Time

7 Ways to Reduce Screen Time

As parents, all of us often wonder – “Are my children spending too much time in front of screens?” The American Academy of Pediatrics and the World Health Organization recommends a variety of things depending on the child’s age, and provide recommendations for ways to help balance the screen time. Given screen time IS a reality for kids of this generation, we turned to Connecticut Children’s whose developmental pediatric experts share 7 ways you can help your child reduce their screen time…in a realistic way!

Classic and Cool: The White Shirt Round-Up

Classic and Cool: The White Shirt Round-Up

Fashion and function intersect at the white button blouse. That’s why this staple is so appropriately called a wardrobe workhorse. Classic and chic, the white button shirt exudes calm, cool and collected. Spring is a great time to put this staple at the forefront of...

Why Camp?

Why Camp?

Psychologist Dr. Tracy Brenner, “The Camp Counselor,” is working with Maine Camp Experience on the topic of mental health in a camp-related context. She is incredibly excited to support camps, campers, camp staff, and parents to promote social emotional development,...

Meal Planner: Trader Joe’s Edition

Meal Planner: Trader Joe’s Edition

Ask any mother – working woman or stay-at-home mom, contented chef or takeout pro – busy families need meal inspiration. Use the Local Mom’s Network meal-planning guide to get breakfast, lunch and dinner on the table simply and easily. In this installment, we look to...

St. Patrick’s Day Cocktails & Mocktails

St. Patrick’s Day Cocktails & Mocktails

Cheers to the Irish and to you, Moms! Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day we’re sharing a roundup of 8 delicious cocktails and mocktails to serve and sip on March 17 (or any time!). And thankfully, there isn’t a green beer in the mix… Cocktails The Irish Maid from A...

Mosquito Shield of Fairfield County

Mosquito Shield of Fairfield County

At Mosquito Shield of Fairfield County, Connecticut, our goal is to provide the best residential mosquito control services with the highest levels of customer service, allowing our customers to enjoy their yards, homes and time with family to the fullest.

St. Patrick’s Day Festive Food(s)!

St. Patrick’s Day Festive Food(s)!

We have rounded up some sweet, decadent & deliciously festive holiday foods that will surely be crowd pleasers this St.Patrick’s Day! 1) Rainbow Cheesecake We love this colorful cheesecake for St. Patrick’s Day, an alternative to a birthday cake or any time you...

Meet the Founder & CEO of Pinstripes!

Meet the Founder & CEO of Pinstripes!

Dale Schwartz spent years working in the financial and pharmaceutical sector, but always dreamed of opening a bowling alley. In 2006, the dad of three young kids launched Pinstripes, which is everything you *don’t* expect from a bowling alley – gorgeous design,...

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