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Introducing the College Corner’s 2026 College Prep Guide (presented by Gorilla Grip)!
Local Moms Network and The College Corner's 2026 College Prep Guide presented by Gorilla Grip College prep has changed a lot since we were applying. “Between online applications, the huge increase in students applying, and the ripple effects of COVID, it’s a...
Giving Your Child a Phone? 5 Expert Tips to Make It a Healthy Transition
One of the toughest decisions parents will make is if, and more likely, when, to give their child a smartphone. Most parents try to delay it, but we live in a digital world, and for many families, a phone becomes an essential tool to stay connected. And although it is...
10 Sweet Classroom Valentine’s That Aren’t Candy
Whether your school doesn’t allow candy or you’re just trying to give fellow parents a break from policing party treats, we love a good non-candy valentine’s option. Below, we’ve rounded up 10 for kids of all ages that aren’t candy. Order them early to be sure...
Meet a Mom – Hartford Healthcare – Dr. Valerie Brutus
Brought to you by Hartford HealthCare Meet Dr. Valerie Brutus; breast surgeon, healthcare leader, and devoted mom, Dr. Brutus brings compassion, precision, and heart to everything she does. As Director of Breast Surgery for the Fairfield Region at Hartford...
Mom Talk: 5 Things We’re Not Bringing into 2026
As we begin 2026, there’s a lot of talk of resolutions and intentions. But for some moms, the idea of setting lofty goals for health, productivity or work seems like a pipe dream. Instead, we’re sharing some things we think it’s okay to leave behind this year. What...
Meet a Mom – Attorney Joanna Ramirez Haddad
Meet Joanna; Attorney, partner at Ventura Law, and proud mom of two teens, Joanna brings the same compassion, intuition, and strength she learned from her own mother into every part of her life. Originally from Puerto Rico and...
A Year of Growth for OrthoConnecticut Coastal Orthopedics
New Location, Same Great Care At OrthoConnecticut Coastal Orthopedics, we are excited to share that our Norwalk office will soon be relocating to a new facility located just a few minutes up the road to 45 Danbury Road, Wilton, CT. We will officially begin seeing...
Fevers in Children: When to Worry and When to Stay Calm
Do we need to be worried when our kids spike a low- or high-grade fever? Dr. Saima Jafri, pediatrician with Connecticut Children’s Care Network, lays out the facts on fever in kids. What you’ll learn: Fever is often the body’s natural defense, not always alarming The...
Camsan Electric Safety Special: Limited Time Offer!
Give your home the gift of safety and peace of mind! For a limited time, Camsan Electric is offering a Professional Electric Safety Check and Panel Labeling for just $325. Their licensed experts will: Conduct a full safety inspection of your electrical system Identify...
5 Ways to Give Back with Your Kids This Holiday Season
For kids, the holiday season can be all about receiving—gifts of course, but also endless events catered to them (meeting the big guy in red, decorating gingerbread houses, etc.). If you want to encourage them to think of others and give instead of only receive, here...
Elf on the Shelf: 5 Easy Tips to Make It Less Stressful
Courtesy of Elf on the Shelf To read our interview with the founders of Elf on the Shelf, click here. Like basically everything in parenting, Elf on the Shelf can be a blessing and, well, a curse. The cute little guy (or gal) creates instant opportunities for...
Meet Michelle – Ohsella Shop
Meet Michelle, owner of the newest biz in town Ohsella Shop; a charm and candle bar and the perfect place for parties and events located in the Brick Walk! Everything is handmade by Michelle herself, a mom of a college son who loves being located in Fairfield County!...
Ohai: 5 Ways Local Moms Are Using This Amazing Ai App to Simplify Their Life
Motherhood can feel like you’re a computer with 1,028 tabs open and you’re trying to keep track of it all, until your browser crashes and everything falls apart. The invisible load may be hard to see, but every mom feels it. Keeping track of a never-ending list of...
No-vember: 9 Things to Say No to This Month
No-vember: This new term is all over social media, and moms everywhere are embracing it in real life, with good reason. It describes the act of saying no to protect your physical, emotional and spiritual energy this month—a reserve all parents will need once...
How can You help families impacted by SNAP benefits?
Neighbors Helping Neighbors: Supporting Families Impacted by the SNAP Shutdown. Many of our neighbors are facing unexpected hardship as SNAP food benefits are paused during the government shutdown. These are our friends, fellow parents, seniors, and community members...
Meet a Mom – Silvia Larsen
Meet Silvia, local mom of 2 boys who's life turned around pretty much the same day as her mammogram. Some fun facts she's originally from NY and one of five, she speaks Spanish and Albanian, loves the Fairfield community eating and shopping in Fairfield. As the last...
What makes Hopkins Unique?
Meet a Mom – Cassie Torres
Brand messaging specialist and mom of two boys. Cassie’s journey took an unexpected turn in 2023 when she was diagnosed with breast cancer while pregnant. She shares her story of pivoting to be more present and reminds us that life is too short to resent the business...
Trunk or Treat
Think Tick Season is Over? Here’s Why It’s Not
Just when you thought you could put away the bug spray and stop doing daily tick checks, it turns out that tick season doesn’t actually end when the weather gets cooler. With rising temperatures extending warm weather well into fall, ticks are staying active much...