Mom Life
What if 2 weeks could change your entire college application?
Did you know that most teens struggle to write their college essays not because they’re lazy but because they don’t know what to write about? Do you write about the sports injury? The overseas volunteer experiences? The club you love being a part of? Your love of...
Scoliosis in Kids Mythbusters: What Parents Need to Know
If your child’s school nurse or doctor mentioned scoliosis, it can feel scary. Many parents worry they missed something or did something wrong. The truth is, most worries about scoliosis in kids are based on myths. John Stelzer, MD, pediatric orthopedic & spine...
Meet Dr. Marisa Su, Pediatric Orthopedist with Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital
Dr. Marisa Su with her husband If you’ve ever taken your child to Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital Pediatric Specialty Center in Greenwich, you know it’s a wonderful resource to have so close by. Staffed by the top physicians in fields from endocrinology to...
Love Spicy Margaritas? Try This One Next!
If you love spicy margaritas, you have to try this version made with mom-founded 21Seeds tequila. Kat Hantas created the brand because “it’s what I wanted to drink – something smooth, simple, and casual with a fresh, natural flavor that made drinking infused tequila...
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...
What’s written in the stars this May 2026?
The merry month of May 2026 started with a full moon on the 1 st , and some tough angles early this week, but gets in the flow by Mother’s Day with one of the luckiest alignments of the month. I’m so happy to announce on a website that caters to mothers around the...
7 Easy Ways to Recycle Everything from Carseats to Legos
Whatever your inspiration – spring cleaning, Earth Day, an upcoming move, or the inability to look at the mess any longer – getting rid of your stuff is a struggle. Make it easy by organizing things into categories and tackling one at a time. The below companies and...
Walking Workout: 5 Reasons You Should Start Today
Meaghan Murphy and her husband at Princeton Longevity Center Meaghan Murphy spent decades as a fitness fanatic, focusing on what she calls “hardcore sweat sessions” like SLT, Orange Theory and boxing. But the mom of three, who is also Editor-in-Chief of Woman’s...
Kids’ Bones Are Different: The Importance of Pediatric Orthopedic Care
As kids grow, their bones, joints, and muscles go through many changes. Sometimes, parents wonder if their child’s growth patterns, pain, or injuries need special attention from a pediatric orthopedic specialist. Donna Pacicca, MD, pediatric orthopedic surgeon,...
April 2026….
This month has been noteworthy, and the last third is going to change the game for all of us in some way. Much like your life was turned upside the second your first baby was born, when this month ends we’ll all be in a different place than where we started. Get...
What to Say When…Your Child Says “I Hate Myself”
Knowing what say in the moment while parenting can be really tough. From the time kids are young toddlers and trying to push your buttons, to bigger kids with bigger problems, we all want to say and do the right thing. In her new column “What to Say When…”, clinical...
Easy Recipe: Shaved Spring Salad with Creamy Tarragon Vinaigrette!
Easy no-cook recipe that is bursting with spring flavors? Yes, please. Thank you to our contributor, Kathleen Ashmore, for sharing another beautiful, seasonal and nutritious dish! For more easy and delicious recipes, go...
Daycare or Nanny? How to Choose for Your Family
Daycare or nanny? It’s one of the most common decisions and the first of many tough ones you’ll make as a mom. For some families, scheduling, budget or number of kids makes the choice more obvious, and for others, they may pivot as their kids grow and lives change. To...
Meet the care team at Oula provided by Stamford Health!
by Oula provided by Stamford Health Choosing maternity care is a deeply personal decision. You want providers who listen, who take time to answer questions, and who support you through every step of pregnancy and early parenthood. Families across Connecticut and...
Jelly Bean Bracelet Craft Idea!
Have leftover jelly beans from Easter? Make these adorable jelly bean bracelets from South Orange County Moms! The children can line up their jelly bean designs and then crafty parents can handle the needle and thread. Enjoy! Ingredients: Jelly Beans Sewing...
A Former Beauty Editor Shares Her Picks for Spring Skincare, Makeup and More
Kari Molvar is one of those moms who always look effortlessly put together, and as a former beauty editor at SELF and Allure and contributor to Vogue and T: The New York Times Style magazine, she knows what she’s talking about. The best part? Like any good mom friend,...
The Energetics of 2026 and what’s to Come!
I’m kicking off this column to help everyone get a handle on the energetics of 2026 and what’s to come. Much like parenting, it helps to have an overview of what to expect ahead of time so you can plan accordingly. (What to Expect When You’re Reading Astrology? Get...
5 Ways to Get Your Outdoor Space Ready for Spring with Mosquito Squad
To paraphrase Bill Murray in Groundhog Day, this winter was cold, it was grey, and it felt like it would last forever. But Spring has finally sprung, the weather is getting warmer and the days are getting longer—and we’re set on getting our outdoor space set up and...
5 Ways I Help Parents Keep their Kids Safe – from a Pediatric ER Doctor
Have you seen the social media trend of ER docs sharing “What I’d never let my kids do”? It’s fascinating for a reason: as parents, we always want to know what we should really worry about. One, so we can protect our kids, of course. And two, to prioritize worry...
Plunge Pools: Why They’re Perfect for Busy Families
If you’re looking to upgrade your backyard in a big way, consider a plunge pool, a growing trend in pools that’s perfect for families. “A Plunge Pool is a compact pool that fits in smaller backyards and gives you the opportunity to just relax and enjoy the water. It’s...