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Spotlight on Social Skills Groups
by Caryn McAllister, PT, DPT / President & CEO of High Quality Home Therapy Does your child struggle in social situations? Or have difficulty making and maintaining friendships, communicating with peers or even reading social cues accurately? Perhaps she/he might benefit from a little extra help to help exceed in peer relations and social competence. We can help! At High Quality Home Therapy, we offer social skills groups for people of all ages & diagnoses. Currently we have programing available Mondays through Saturdays in Stamford...
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Fall in the Hamptons: Weekend Getaway Ideas!
Need an idea for a last-minute weekend getaway, with or without kids? Consider the Hamptons. Fall is the perfect time to visit, according to Enid O’Brien, the mom behind Hamptons Moms. “There’s no traffic and the weather is incredible…it’s truly the best time of year,” says Enid. Here are her favorite tips for a perfect Hamptons autumn weekend: For Drinks Wolffer Estate and Channing Daughters vineyards are so lovely for a nice Saturday afternoon. Enjoy the beautiful weather! For Food I love eating outside at Topping Rose House, Pierre’s and...
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Your 2019 Guide To PreSchool
The groundwork for successful experiences in the education system is largely established before Kindergarten even starts. At Community Synagogue, we believe the purpose of an early childhood program is to provide a sensory rich environment where children feel safe to explore, experiment and ask questions. We offer children technology free experiences that feed their senses and support mindfulness for themselves and the world around them. Communication and language are crucial to a child’s education and are key in supporting early...
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Chicken Dijon Apple Skillet Chicken from Domestikatedlife
We’re always looking for easy weeknight meals, and it’s a bonus if they incorporate our favorite seasonal ingredients. So we were thrilled when The Local Moms Contributor Kate Bowler of Domestikatedlife shared this quick recipe that pairs chicken with apple. “Apples might not be top of mind for a dinner ingredient, but I love to bring them into fall dishes for a seasonal flavor. I find that the sweetness pairs really well with chicken or pork (and bonus-points for being a pretty kid-friendly addition to a dish!),” says Kate....
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6th Annual Tie the Town Pink – LAST CHANCE TO ORDER YOUR RIBBON!
Place your order by Sunday- October 6th to be included in our last round of deliveries on Monday 10/7. Click Here to Purchase Your...
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Jane Goodell & A Lifetime of Sundays
Jane Skinner Goodell spent two decades working as a TV reporter and anchor, including with Fox News. The Northwestern University graduate is perhaps best known publicly as the wife of NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell. Her latest project, A Lifetime of Sundays, highlights four women whose sizable accomplishments have gone largely unsung. The new documentary, celebrating the NFL’s 100thseason, looks at the lives of franchise owners Virginia Halas McCaskey (Chicago Bears), Martha Ford (Detroit Lions), Patricia Rooney (Pittsburgh...
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Meet a Mom: Joy Bauer of the Today Show!
Joy Bauer, MS, RDN, is best known as the energetic and motivating resident nutritionist and health expert on NBC’s Today Show. This accomplishment, however, is only one item on her very full resume. Joy is also a columnist for Woman’s Day magazine, the New York City Ballet’s official nutritionist, and the author of 13 bestselling books. Previously, she’s served as Director of Nutrition and Fitness for the Department of Pediatric Cardiology at Mount Sinai Medical Center. Finally, she’s a mom of three—daughters 24 and 18, and a son, 22. (Four...
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What I Didn’t Understand About Working Moms Before I Was One
original link Once upon a time, I was one of the youngest employees at any given place I worked. A sweet little baby ready to change the world! Ugh, my goodness, someone go back and talk some sense into her. But I digress… My point is, I’ve worked with a lot of mamas over the years. My career in nonprofit management means that I’ve worked with a lot of women because the nonprofit deck is stacked to be mostly female. And while it goes without saying these working mamas were absolute badasses, there was a lot I didn’t realize...
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5 Things City Families Don’t Think About When Exploring the Suburbs (But Should…) from the experts at Suburban Jungle
Whether you are looking to move to the suburbs, or might be moving between suburbs, the town you’ll next call “home” needs to have A+ schools, a solid youth sports scene, tons of parks and playgrounds and a real sense of community you and your crew can dive right into. The experts at Suburban Jungle shared with us 5 key things to consider when making a move – and how they can help!
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