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College Drop Off with G
Ahhhhh the college drop off; a topic of much debate, excitement, stress, commiseration, agita and everything in between. For reference, I have a freshman in college, a sophomore in college and a junior in high school. Some things I’ve learned that may or may not apply...
Kindergarten Ready: Expert Advice From a Veteran Teacher
This story originally appeared on the Needham Wellesley Newton Moms Network. It’s hard to believe (and maybe a little bittersweet), but back to school season is right around the corner. For families with kids leaving their beloved preschool or daycare, or entering a...
5 Newborn Essentials That Will Get You Through First 12 Weeks
This story was contributed by Lindsey Boova of New Canaan and Darien Moms. Let’s talk newborn essentials. Registry lists can feel overwhelming, and with the amount of information out there, it’s hard to tell what’s truly helpful versus what will end up collecting...
Back to School Checklist: 8 Things To Do To Ease the Transition
Back to School is here or closely approaching—and it’s normal for emotions to be running high, for both kids and parents. Checking off a few bucket list items as well as taking simple steps to prepare can help make you feel like you’ve made the most of summer,...
How to Safeguard Your Children’s Inheritance
This is the third post in a 3-part series in partnership with Bridget Wyatt and Lindsay Sabel of Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. You’ve worked hard to build wealth for your family, and now you’re facing a delicate balance: How do you leave your children a meaningful...
Water Bottles That Make Hydration Easy (For Moms and Kids!)
Choosing a water bottle for your family can be surprisingly complex. Straw or spout? Glass, plastic, or stainless? Screw-on or push-button lid? You get the point. We polled our network of moms across the country for their tried-and-true favorites. The winners have...
Picky Eaters? How to Eat What You Want Without Cooking Two Meals
Sometimes feeding your kids—especially picky eaters—while feeding yourself can feel like you’re a short order cook. If you have postpartum nutrition needs, perimenopause protein goals, kids with food allergies or simply don’t want to eat the same foods as your kids,...
Pre-K to High School: 8 Must-Have Backpacks and Lunch Boxes
As another school year approaches, you’re probably facing the familiar challenge of finding gear that can keep up with your kid’s busy lifestyle. From bus rides and field trips to sports practice and sleepovers, we’ve curated a collection of stylish and functional...
Texas Floods: Shop These Businesses That Are Giving Back
If you’re looking for ways to support those affected by the recent tragic Texas floods, consider supporting a business giving back. Our Hill Country Moms site just shared this shortlist of businesses doing just that. See below and follow them on Instagram for...
Your Sleepaway Camp Questions Answered: Safety, Visiting Day & More!
In light of the tragic floods that took the lives of 27 campers and counselors at Camp Mystic in Texas, many parents of sleepaway campers are on edge. The Local Moms Network asked Alicia Skovera, Executive Director of the American Camp Association, NY and NJ, to...
16 Summer Style Must-Haves for Busy Moms (According to Hollywood Stylists)
It feels like getting dressed in the summer should be easy, but between sweltering temperatures, unpredictable camp schedules, and trying to juggle work and parenting, pulling together a chic look everyday can be daunting. That’s why stocking your closet with a few...
Meet a Mom – Georgette Pascale
Known as “The Connector,” Georgette Pascale has almost 30 years of experience in PR, marketing, communications, social media, IR, business development, entrepreneurship, and agency leadership (the agency she founded, grew, and sold was completely virtual two decades...
The Nantucket Club’s Family Membership: The Most Fun Your Family Will Have On Island
Whether you go to Nantucket every summer or you’re planning a trip this year for the first time, making it fun for the whole family is always top of mind. And by the whole family, that includes parents, too! That’s why Layla Lisiewski, CEO of The Local Moms Network,...
Car Convos with Kids: 5 Ways To Make The Most of Your Carpool Time
As moms, it can feel like we are unpaid Uber drivers. From short trips across town for school pickups and drop offs, to longer rides for far flung travel sports, many parents are spending hours chauffeuring their kids. The carpool shifts can feel a little like wasted...
31 Screen-Free Ideas for Summer!
To be clear, we have nothing against screens; there is a time and a place for them. As parents, they are a tool in our summer parenting survival kit. But at a certain point in the summer, it can feel like the only tool we have left. Perhaps camp has ended, or friends...
Grill Like a Girl: 6 Tips for Barbecuing This Summer!
Grilling is often left to the guys, but this summer we’re taking back the grill. Not only is grilling a great time to have a few minutes to yourself, but it’s a fast and convenient way to cook all season long. “The best thing by about grilling is there is minimal...
#MomLife Beach Reads for Summer
This story is contributed by Zibby Owens As moms, we don’t have a playbook. Maybe that’s why we’re (I’m??) constantly searching for stories about other moms to make me laugh, to teach me how to do it (or how not to do it), or just to take my mind of my own...
Swimmer’s Ear: 7 Things to Know and How to Treat It
Ah, summer—the time when our active kids jump right in the water for lots of swimming.Then, ouch. Or, double ouch. Sometime later, the ear pain sets in, maybe with some other unpleasant symptoms (more on that below)... Connecticut Children’s ear, nose and...
Alphabet Academy – The newest Nursery School coming to Greenfield Hill!
The Alphabet Academy and Nest Early Learning Community have been crafting authentic learning experiences based on the Reggio Emilia Philosophy since 2004. With current locations in Hamden, New Haven and Branford, we are excited...
AI is Here to Stay. 4 Things Parents of Teens Should Know
In today's digital age, teenagers are growing up in a world where artificial intelligence (AI) is part of everyday life. From virtual assistants like Siri and Alexa to “recommendations” on social media platforms and ChatGPT prompts, AI is shaping how teens think about...