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Meet a Mom, Chrissy Khachane of Gowan Placement!

Meet a Mom, Chrissy Khachane of Gowan Placement!

Meet a Mom, Chrissy Khachane, is a career-long educator, and part of Gowan Placement, an innovative Independent School consulting firm composed of former school leaders–people who have taught classes, coached teams, advised students and parents and as such know young people.

Revive Your Summer Skin for Fall!

Revive Your Summer Skin for Fall!

Looking a bit…lackluster?  It’s no surprise. By the time back to school rolls around, we moms are running low on self-care.  Even if we’ve had a blast soaking in the last rays of summer, our skincare routine is long gone. The sun, sunscreen, chlorine and saltwater can...

Helping Your Child Discover Who They Are in Middle School

Helping Your Child Discover Who They Are in Middle School

      Middle school is a critical time in a child’s learning development. Students are growing physically, socially, cognitively, and emotionally. At St. Luke’s, the joy of discovery is palpable. With care and guidance from exceptional teachers, middle...

State Senator Ryan Fazio Talks New K Start Date

State Senator Ryan Fazio Talks New K Start Date

  In June, Governor Ned Lamont signed a law requiring all incoming Kindergartners to be 5 before entering Kindergarten. Previously, students needed to turn 5 by January 1st; starting in 2024, they must have their birthday by September 1st (aka the first day of...

Preparing for the Back to School Hustle- Easy Weeknight Recipe

Preparing for the Back to School Hustle- Easy Weeknight Recipe

As we turn the corner on summer and head back to school, easy weeknight recipes become even more important than ever. Marinade recipes, like this one from Layla Lisiewski, CEO and co-founder of The Local Moms Network, are a true timesaver. “I use surgical gloves for...

Lunch Box Roundup: 6 Styles Kids and Parents will Love!

Lunch Box Roundup: 6 Styles Kids and Parents will Love!

  If you remember taking lunch to school in a brown paper bag, today’s lunchboxes will make you wish you could go back to the cafeteria. The functionality behind keeping food leak-free and at-temperature, while still looking cute, is nothing short of science. The...

Back-to-School Backpack Roundup!

Back-to-School Backpack Roundup!

Does your child *need* a new backpack?  Maybe not.  But it’s likely on your shopping list anyway to fit your kid’s growing personality, homework load, or sense of fashion. Plus, it’s a great way to get your child excited for the year ahead. Each of the brands we are...

Easy Weeknight Recipe: Marinated Mediterranean Chicken

Easy Weeknight Recipe: Marinated Mediterranean Chicken

As we turn the corner on summer and head back to school, easy weeknight recipes become even more important than ever. Marinade recipes, like this one from Layla Lisiewski, CEO and co-founder of The Local Moms Network, are a true timesaver. “I use surgical gloves for...

How to Find a Qualified Nanny!

How to Find a Qualified Nanny!

Are you in search of childcare for your new baby, or school-age children? Let us help you find a trustworthy, responsible, and highly qualified nanny. Boston Baby Nurse & Nanny, serving Connecticut, Massachusetts, Southern New Hampshire and Rhode Island, stands by your side throughout the search, during placement and after.

Meet the Moms Behind Habitual Hostess!

Meet the Moms Behind Habitual Hostess!

This week’s Meet a Mom interview is with Alston Calabrese and Leigh Hansen, the friends (and moms!) behind Habitual Hostess, a gorgeous Instagram and website, both filled with beautifully photographed recipes, and the stories behind them. Their content is all about...

Build Your Own Taco Board

Build Your Own Taco Board

Tacos naturally lend themselves to being a family-friendly meal, since you can customize them to everyone’s preferences. Have a kid who doesn’t eat beans? Leave them off. Have a child who loves spicy food? Let him add his own hot sauce. Another likes only super plain...

Meet a Mom: The View’s Sara Haines!

Meet a Mom: The View’s Sara Haines!

A typical day for Sara Haines, mom of three and co-host for The View, starts early. And like for many working moms, she’s in instant mom mode and then out the door. “My alarm goes off at 6:00am.  I clean up and head downstairs to one or more kids who are in different...

Meet A Mom- Bethenny Frankel

Meet A Mom- Bethenny Frankel

Bethenny Frankel instantly became a household name in 2008, as a breakout star on Season 1 of Real Housewives of NYC. A year later, she launched Skinnygirl, first with a wildly popular pre-packaged margarita, then later expanding into markets from salad dressing to...

Easy Sheet Pan Salmon & Veggies

Easy Sheet Pan Salmon & Veggies

Sheet pan dinners are a secret weapon for busy weeknights. We love this salmon and potato version from Joanna Keohane of The Family Food Kitchen, but you can also swap the salmon for chicken or tofu, and use whatever veggies you’d like. Says Joanna: “You can’t beat a...

Meet a Mom: Libby Ward of Diary of an Honest Mom

Meet a Mom: Libby Ward of Diary of an Honest Mom

Sometimes, social media can feel like fake news—particularly surrounding the topic of motherhood. Perfectly coordinated outfits, smiling family dinners, lavish vacations (and no plane meltdowns)…it can all make a mom feel like she’s just not doing enough or savoring...

The Prettiest Cover-Ups!

The Prettiest Cover-Ups!

When it comes to making your beach or poolside outfit perfect, a cover-up completes the look. Fashion Contributor Kristin Koch, Editor-in-Chief of Seventeen magazine and the mom of three behind Closetful of Clothes says cover-ups are not only pretty, but versatile...

Meet a Dad, Jonathan Snyder of Contenders

Meet a Dad, Jonathan Snyder of Contenders

  You can’t beat a good Father-Son outfit matching moment, but the guys? It’s a harder sell. That’s just one of the many reasons we’re loving Contenders, an online apparel line of athleisure, underwear and more, all focused on media & entertainment properties...

Roasted Summer Squash & Zucchini with Goat Cheese

Roasted Summer Squash & Zucchini with Goat Cheese

Recipes that are so simple they get committed to memory are a great #momhack. Especially in summer, getting a few healthy weeknight recipes onto the weekly rotation (particularly if they include seasonal produce) can help make meal-planning a snap. Below, Jo, the mom...

Meet a Mom: CEO & Veteran Tisha Ayers

Meet a Mom: CEO & Veteran Tisha Ayers

Tisha Ayers is a United States Air Force Veteran, a founder and CEO, and a wife and mom of two. After serving almost 9 year of Active Duty, she finished her MBA and launched Cashmere Moon, a sustainable, clean and nourishing beauty and body care company. Everything...

How to Use Affirmations to Boost Your Child’s Positive Inner Voice

How to Use Affirmations to Boost Your Child’s Positive Inner Voice

Ever been told you’re your own worst critic? It happens to all of us. It’s likely a habit we learned long ago… and one we should do our best to break for our children, according to psychologist and The Local Moms Network contributor Niro Feliciano. “If you’re...

Kristin Cavallari’s Salmon BLT Salad with Spicy Tomatillo Ranch

Kristin Cavallari’s Salmon BLT Salad with Spicy Tomatillo Ranch

Kristin Cavallari’s Salmon BLT Salad with Spicy Tomatillo Ranch just might become your favorite healthy, easy meal for this Spring and Summer. The Hills star and Uncommon James founder just published her new cookbook, Truly Simple, which is chock full of weeknight...

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...

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 •...

Meet a Mom: Linda Fruits of Fruits of Motherhood

Meet a Mom: Linda Fruits of Fruits of Motherhood

Linda Fruits has amassed an Instagram following of over 300,000 moms who love her relatable, humorous and insightful mom content. Among those followers? Celeb moms like Jessica Alba and Alanis Morissette. She’s been featured everywhere from Today.com to...

Quick & Easy Breakfast Idea: 4 Ingredient Ham & Cheese Egg Cups

Quick & Easy Breakfast Idea: 4 Ingredient Ham & Cheese Egg Cups

Does your family love breakfast for dinner? Are you looking for a new Springtime holiday brunch dish? This new recipe from food contributor Kathleen Ashmore will check those boxes and more! Ham and Cheese Egg Cups Yield:  12 egg cups 12 large eggs 12 slices ham (I...

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...

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.

Divorce Mediation Center – Rosemarie Ferrante

Divorce Mediation Center – Rosemarie Ferrante

    Tell us about your background and your family, and how long you have lived in Ridgefield? I’m originally from NY, attended college and law school in NY and began practicing family law in NY. I have been practicing exclusively family law for over 25...

Meet a Mom: Emily Hay of Hay There Social Media

Meet a Mom: Emily Hay of Hay There Social Media

Without a doubt, social media has changed the way people communicate, helped brands grow and businesses market themselves. While it’s nice to be active online in their personal life to keep in touch with friends, it’s crucial for moms who are considering the next...

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...

St. Patrick’s Day Cookies!

St. Patrick’s Day Cookies!

These Pot of Gold Cookies from The BakerMama just might be your lucky charm for a fun, festive St. Patrick’s Day party.

5 Ways To Get Your Child To READ More

5 Ways To Get Your Child To READ More

        There are two kinds of kids—kids who love reading and have their nose in a book at dinner, past bedtime, and when they’re supposed to be leaving for school. And then there are those who would rather do anything than read.   For parents who look to...

Alix Earle- Why Moms Over 30 Love Her So Much

Alix Earle- Why Moms Over 30 Love Her So Much

  Alix Earle is the current darling of TikTok, with over 4 million followers who watch her makeup tutorials,  Get Ready with Me (GRWM) and college life-meets-mega influencer content. It’s not really a mystery she’s popular—she’s as gorgeous (in a Paris Hilton...

The 9 Mom Friends Every Mom Needs In Her Life

The 9 Mom Friends Every Mom Needs In Her Life

  Mom friends are the glue that hold us together when shit hits the fan, and motherhood’s fan is being in a wind tunnel while you’re going 100 mph in a convertible. In other words, you’re going to need some good glue. Here, nine moms you need in your crew. The...

5 Phrases To Help You Instantly Connect With Your Kids

5 Phrases To Help You Instantly Connect With Your Kids

Saying “I love you” is fundamental in a healthy relationship with our kids. Those three words are so powerful. Still, we may notice our children craving more.   As Valentine’s Day approaches, psychologist and The Local Moms Network contributor Reon Baird-Felman,...

5 Ways To Be More Present With Your Child

5 Ways To Be More Present With Your Child

  We all want to be present with our kids—but some days, nothing can be tougher. You’ve probably read about ways to stop looking at your phone. And while putting your phone away (and having your kids do the same) is a big part of being present, we are sharing...

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,...

Meet – A – Mom,  Kelly Teagle, D.O.

Meet – A – Mom, Kelly Teagle, D.O.

Where are you from originally and how long have you lived in Connecticut? I grew up in the Mid Hudson Valley about 40 minutes away from my current home.  I stayed local for college and attended Marist College before moving to Long Island for medical school.  I...

Meet a Mom, Tesa Baum, RM, CHP

Meet a Mom, Tesa Baum, RM, CHP

    What is your back story and vision for your business? My first word was 'light' and that has been the ongoing theme in my life. I seek out light teachings, light people, and lightheartedness. My Intuition has always been my gps.  My vision goes along...

10 Screen-Free Activities Kids Will Love!

10 Screen-Free Activities Kids Will Love!

10 Screen-Free Activities Kids Will Love!   Winter with kids can be tough. Short days and colder weather can keep us inside, and being cooped up too long with small kids can lead to tantrums, messes and other general destruction and mayhem. Around the middle of...

Chinese Chicken Salad from Habitual Hostess!

Chinese Chicken Salad from Habitual Hostess!

This story and recipe was contributed by Habitual Hostess. CHINESE CHICKEN SALAD When living in San Francisco, Rustic Bakery was my go-to lunch spot for one reason- this salad. Now I live on the other side of the country, so I had to figure out a way to recreate my...

Our 2023 Ultimate Camp & Program Guide!

Our 2023 Ultimate Camp & Program Guide!

Spending part of summer living independently from Mom and Dad is one of those amazing experiences that will stay with your child forever. Use our Camp & Program Guide to learn about some of the top sleepaway camp options throughout the United States as well as...

Growing Resilient: What Your Child Needs to Get Through Tough Times

Growing Resilient: What Your Child Needs to Get Through Tough Times

By: Robert D. Keder, MD from Connecticut Children’s Resilience is the ability to overcome serious stress or difficulty, and bounce back stronger than ever. With increasing pressures academically, athletically and socially on kids these days, being resilient is...

How to Get Great Winter Hair!

How to Get Great Winter Hair!

Winter is a great time to revamp your hair after a summer of sun, saltwater, chlorine and humidity. “I see almost 90 percent of my clients in the Fall and Winter, and they are ready for a change,” says Alexandre Chouery, founder of the Maison D’Alexandre salon in...

Toddler Gift Guide

Toddler Gift Guide

Toddlers can be a tricky bunch to buy holiday gifts for. On one hand, they want *everything* they see advertised on commercials. On the other hand, most of those glitzy toys will either fall apart or lose their interest in the span of weeks if not days. We’ve put...

A Cozy Thanksgiving Table!

A Cozy Thanksgiving Table!

This story was shared by the two talented Moms behind Host to Perfection. This Thanksgiving set a simple, yet a warm and cozy table that celebrates great food and amazing company! From simple styling to more elaborate looks, there’s always a way to make your table...

6 Smart Apps to Streamline Your Week – and Life!

6 Smart Apps to Streamline Your Week – and Life!

Two things most of us have in common as Moms? We’re busy and we’re on our phones a lot—as much as if not more than our computers. If you’re not using any apps to make your life easier, you’re missing out on some great #momhacks. Below, see some of our favorites!...

Election Day is Tomorrow!

Election Day is Tomorrow!

Tuesday is Election Day! Tomorrow is Election Day, so this is your reminder to make a plan to vote tomorrow. This year, we’re voting to elect, Governor, US Senator, US Representative for the 5th District and many other State & Local officials. There’s a also a...

Weird Wonders At The Maritime Aquarium

Weird Wonders At The Maritime Aquarium

Join The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk for Weird Wonders, a day of wacky experiments and mind-blowing science shows on Saturday, November 5. They are partnering with Mad Science of Fairfield County to bring science to life through a variety of hands-on, fun STEM...

Candy Corn Ice Cream Sundaes!

Candy Corn Ice Cream Sundaes!

Candy Corn Ice Cream Sundaes!   Need a last minute Halloween treat? Try these festive Candy Corn Ice Cream Sundaes from South OC Moms Network!   Ingredients Vanilla Ice Cream (you can also use orange sherbet if you want to dye one less layer) Food coloring:...

Halloween Cinnamon Rolls from the Baker Mama!

Halloween Cinnamon Rolls from the Baker Mama!

We love a good mom hack, and these Halloween Cinnamon Rollsfrom The BakerMama definitely will be our go-to this spooky season. We’re *totally* on board with pre-made shortcuts like canned cinnamon rolls, so we can focus on making memories (not dough). Check out the...

How to Get Amazing Holiday Photos!

Holiday photos are one of the great end of year traditions. Sending out festive cards and updating framed photographs in your home is always lovely and nostalgic. The process itself, however, can get a little tricky (very tricky if you happen to have one or more...

Homework Time: 6 Tips for a Successful Routine!

Homework Time: 6 Tips for a Successful Routine!

Photo Credit: Alexandra Blair Photography Homework isn’t most kids’ favorite part of the day—and it can be painful for parents, too. Rather than turn homework time into a power struggle, simple strategies can help you both work together to get it done without...

Meet a Mom: Actress Brooklyn Decker!

Meet a Mom: Actress Brooklyn Decker!

This story originally appeared on The Local Moms Actress Brooklyn Decker became a household name by dominating the pages of Sports Illustrated swimsuit issues as a model, starting in 2006 and landing the coveted cover in 2010. Marrying tennis superstar Andy Roddick in...

Apple Cider Margarita!

Apple Cider Margarita!

ok It’s almost Fall, y’all! If you’re mourning the end of summer marg season, you’ll love this tasty transitional cocktail from Alston and Leigh, the talented duo behind Habitual Hostess. Start with a high quality apple cider you can grab when you’re apple-picking....

Meet a Mom: TODAY Show’s Dylan Dreyer!

Meet a Mom: TODAY Show’s Dylan Dreyer!

Meteorologist Dylan Dreyer is a familiar face on morning television, as an anchor on the TODAY show’s 3rdHour, as well as a regular fill-in for Al Roker and Carson Daly on the first part of the program. Recently, after welcoming her third son in September 2021, she...

Meet a Mom: Soccer Superstar Alex Morgan!

Meet a Mom: Soccer Superstar Alex Morgan!

  In 2009, Alex Morgan joined the US Women’s soccer team, making history as the team’s youngest player, at just 22. Today, at 32, she’s a three-time Olympian, having taken home gold in London in 2012 and bronze this past summer in Tokyo. She helped the US win the...

Daniella Monet’s Tomato Soup Recipe!

Daniella Monet’s Tomato Soup Recipe!

September is a busy time, but it also feels like a chance to forge a fresh start. This year, we’re committing to cooking a few healthy meals a week for our families, and if that’s on our September list as well, you’ll want to check out a new app from actress and vegan...

American Flag Pie Recipe!

American Flag Pie Recipe!

  If you’re throwing a final summer soirée this weekend, add this American Flag Pie from Maegan Brown, the uber-talented recipe creator and cookbook author behind The BakerMama. It uses a pre-made crust and canned filling, so you can save some time to follow her...

Fall Mom Uniform!

Fall Mom Uniform!

This story was contributed by The Local Moms Network contributor Kristin Koch, executive editor at Seventeen magazine, blogger behind closetfulofclothes.comand mom of two. For more mom-friendly fashion inspo follow her on Instagram at instagram.com/kristinmkennedy/....

Backpack Wearing: Do’s and Don’ts

Backpack Wearing: Do’s and Don’ts

A lot has changed over the course of COVID-19 with remote, hybrid and in-person learning, but backpacks are here to stay. They’re customizable, come in all shapes, sizes and colors and are the ultimate in self-expression. But—when not worn properly, they can cause short- or long-term problems in kids’ muscles, joints and—well—back.So what’s the right way to wear and carry a backpack? What else should you know so we can keep our learners in good physical health? Dr. Phil Mack, orthopedic surgeon with Connecticut Children’s, has answers.

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