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Meet a Mom – Lydia Thibodeau founder of Sommet Nannies
Finding reliable and top-notch childcare is at the top of every new mom’s list—but can often feel next to impossible, akin to finding a unicorn. Jumping from nanny to nanny can be stressful for both parents and kids, so finding the right person without a lot...
Holiday Bonus for you Babysitter or Nanny?
Holiday bonuses are common in many industries, and household employees should be included. It shows your appreciation for the love and care they provide your children. The big question is, “What should you give for a holiday bonus?” Boston Baby Nurse & Nanny’s...
Breast Cancer Reconstruction: What Women Should Know
Dr. Jason Weissler Did you know that one in eight women in the United States develops breast cancer in her lifetime? As a result, roughly 3.8 million women in the U.S. are survivors of breast cancer, and this number is expected to continually increase. Early...
Molly Sims’ 5-Minute Skincare Routine
Moms don’t have time for elaborate skincare routines – whether they’re mere mortals like us, or iconic model and entrepreneur Molly Sims. Recently, she shared her 5-minute skincare routine with The Local Moms Network CEO Layla Lisiewski. “We were in the sun for the...
Meet a Mom – Shoshana Snyder
Shoshana Snyder is local Realtor, team leader of a small team at William Raveis Real Estate, and of course, a mom of a 10-year-old year little boy. After graduating Syracuse University, she lived her corporate dream of an Advertising and Market Account Executive, only...
10 Festive Halloween Treats – No Sugar Added!
We get it, Halloween is about dressing up and having fun. But the holiday doesn’t have to be synonymous with sugar! Whether your kids are young (and possibly more affected by sugar, food coloring, etc) or you simply want to celebrate with a more creative option,...
Hey Fairfield, meet your new dentist!
In case you haven’t heard, the wait is finally over. The newest Tend studio is now open at 1375 Post Road East in Westport. Haven’t heard about Tend? Here’s all you need to know. A top-rated clinical team When you walk into any...
Meet a Mom: Dr. Corinna Franklin, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon with Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital
This week’s Meet a Mom interview is with Dr. Corinna Franklin, MD, AB, FAOA, chief of pediatric orthopedics at Yale School of Medicine. She has been an orthopedic surgeon for almost 11 years, with a focus on female pediatric and adolescent athletes. She sees...
Talking to Kids About the Israel-Hamas War in the Era of Social Media
As parents, one of our fundamental instincts is to protect our children. The extreme violence happening in the Middle East, including the terrorist attacks by Hamas against Israel, the horrifying deaths of Israeli and Palestinian civilians, including children,...
What Do Children Need to Thrive?
You are invited to St. Luke’s Upcoming Admissions Events Where will a St. Luke’s education take you? Above and beyond what you ever thought possible. Our inclusive community will inspire you to reach higher, explore new paths, and make a difference in the...
Let’s Chat Digestive Health…
Are you struggling with frequent bloating, pain, diarrhea, and/or constipation? If you’ve been diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), these symptoms may feel like part of your daily life. But, they don’t need to be! We were able to chat with Alyssa Lavy, MS,...
Meet a Mom – Meg Lahey
Meg joined Steinbrecher Educational Advisors in 2008 and became a senior partner in 2012. Prior to that she spent nine years working as a school counselor at Mamaroneck High School. While at Mamaroneck, she designed a multi-session college prep program and...
Raising an Intuitive Eater
Ellen Coghlan, MS, RDN. Navigating life in today's world, especially as a parent, can be incredibly challenging. Overnight, your child's mental, emotional, and physical well-being becomes your top priority. While nutrition is crucial, it can also be overwhelming....
National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which means it’s time for Pink Pledge, the Norma Pfriem Breast Center’s annual community-wide breast cancer awareness and fundraising campaign. In addition to raising much needed funds for the patients and programs of...
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...
How can Text Messages and Other Communications be Relevant in My Divorce Case
Did you know that text messages and other electronic communications, such as e-mails, What’s App messages, and Facebook messages are increasingly being used in Connecticut divorce cases? Why can certain messages be relevant to your divorce case? Most often, such...
Mosquito Squad: Helping Fight the Spotted Lanternflies in CT
Have you heard about the Spotted Lanternfly—the invasive species popping up in our area? It looks like a butterfly with shades of black and red, but it’s actually a flying insect that can severely damage local trees and plants. They were only discovered in 2014 but...
6 Ways to Raise Children with a Growth Mindset
By: Preeti Sandhu, PsyD Ever worry about your child’s desire to learn? Are you concerned that they do not feel as smart as other kids, but do not know how to change this outlook? A positive attitude can help them reshape their perspective on learning and what it means...
Good Housekeeping Nutritionist Approved: Snacks Kids and Moms Will Love!
If there’s one task that makes parents groan about back-to-school, it’s packing lunches. We need quick get-us-out-the-door options that both taste good and are good for our kids’ growing bodies and brains. With so many options on the shelves, how do we narrow...
Meet a Mom – LUX Poppin – Sonny Meza
Hi! My name is Sonny Meza and I am a wife and mom to two residing in the Brooklawn County club area of Fairfield! I own LUX POPPIN, an event rental and balloons company! We met Sonny last year when she blew us (literally) away with her balloons and decor at the Taste...