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Meal Planner: Trader Joe’s Edition
Trader Joe’s freezer aisle 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...

Meet a Mom – Jessica from Awesome Little Sleepers
Meet Jessica, the sleep coach just for toddlers & preschoolers! She’s the founder of @AwesomeLittleSleepers and a new resident of Southport. When her 3 year old daughter suddenly started refusing to go to bed and waking up multiple times a night, Jessica was going...

5 Keys to Speech Therapy at Home
“I work full time. How will I find the time to take my child to private speech therapy?” “I feel like a chauffeur driving to all our after-school activities. We can’t fit one more thing in.” “We spend so much time running around.” We often hear about the...

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,...

OrthoConnecticut Coastal Orthopedics is Here To Keep Your Kids Moving
Connecticut’s Pediatric Orthopedic Specialists Because children are still growing, they require specialized orthopedic treatment. Our experienced team of specialists at Coastal Orthopedics is dedicated to helping your children reach their full potential. We use the...

Meet a Mom – Eunice Lee – Smile Ark Pediatric Dentistry
Meet Eunice Lee, a board-certified pediatric dentist, and owner of Smile Ark Pediatric Dentistry which opened its doors to this lovely Fairfield community in August 2022. She is a wife and mom of two beautiful girls - Gia (2) and Mina (3 months). Yes, she was 6 months...

Are you prepared for the Summer Slide?
Find activities that are fun and prevent learning loss… It’s that time of year again. Today, Summer seems an eternity away, then suddenly, the end of the school year will be fast approaching! Of course, with all the eagerly anticipated fun of summer break comes...

Holistic Healing Manual Therapy
Considering pain relief utilizing a hands-on approach? Considering holistic, client centered rehab or injury prevention for yourself or a loved one? Holistic Healing Manual Therapy specializes in assessing and treating individuals utilizing a holistic approach. I am...

Meet the Founder: Eddie Prchal of Gunner Roofing!
Eddie Prchal is the Co-Founder of Gunner Roofing, which brings together the best workmanship, unparalleled customer service, and a brand new online quoting platform, all of which shows their commitment to stress-free and seamless projects for their customers whom they...

Straighten Your Teeth with Invisalign, Help Relieve TMJ Symptoms in the Process.
If you’re considering Invisalign to straighten your teeth, improve your smile, or to relieve TMJ symptoms it’s natural to wonder how the process works and how long it takes. Heres what you need to know about using Invisalign to straighten your teeth, correct your...

FairfieldMoms 3rd Annual Easter Egg Hunt!
Join FairfieldMoms for our 3rd Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Silverman's Farm! Friday, April 7th from 10am - 1pm Ages 1.5yrs - 10yrs old PLEASE READ! Must purchase ticket prior to event. Max of 60 families per time slot will be allowed & one parent per...

Our 2023 Local Summer Camp Guide
Your guide to Summer Camp in Connecticut!

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,...

3 Times You Should Seek Private Speech Therapy for Your Child – Achieve Independence
3 Times You Should Seek Private Speech Therapy for Your Child - Achieve Independence We often hear: "At my child’s well visit, I asked about speech therapy, but the pediatrician said to wait and see. It’s hard for me to understand my child and my child...

How-To: Marshmallow Lollipop Hearts!
Happy February! It’s time to start thinking about Valentine’s Day. Turn Valentine’s Day treats into a fun activity by making Marshmallow Heart Lollipops with the kids! We are so excited for this how-to from our sister site, South OC Moms Network! Ingredients: Square...

The Best Wings in Town!
Next weekend's Super Bowl LVII is going to be a good one when the Philadelphia Eagles take on the Kansas City Chiefs! And...for those who just watch for the commercials and the halftime show! For the Super Bowl, you know the #1 food that can't be missed are the...

Meet an Artist: Sue De Chiara
Meet abstract artist and design blogger Sue De Chiara!

New tutor alert! Level up your child’s writing skills this semester with Amelia
New tutor alert! Level up your child’s writing skills this semester with Amelia (Honors B.A. & M.A. graduate). Hi, my name is Amelia, and I'm here to help you with all things English and Writing! I graduated Cum Laude from Barnard College, Columbia University, and...

Kindergarten Fall 2023-2024 Info!
For any new mom or dad, getting ready to send your son or daughter off to Kindergarten in the fall seems very overwhelming, sad, and exciting all at the same time, especially during these times!! Weren't they just our babies a few weeks ago, asking to be picked up...

School’s Out Camps & Activities
Looking for something fun for the kids to do on Monday when school is out?! Check out these local activities below and be sure to sign up as classes fill up quickly! Don't forget about Martin Luther King National Day of Service - more info is below! Martin...