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Author Susan Verde on Mindfulness, Yoga & Kids!
These days, kids have a lot on their plates—and were juggling plenty even before the pandemic. Susan Verde is a mom of three who has dedicated her career to teaching kids mindfulness, yoga and happiness—all coping skills for this modern age. She’s a New York Times...
Dr. Harvey Karp Shares How to Stop Toddler Tantrums!
Anyone else feel like their toddler’s tantrums have gotten more frequent, and more intense during the pandemic? We’re not sure if it’s all the extra time at home, less time at preschool or Mom’s fuse being shorter these days, but we’re hearing from a lot of friends...
The Local Moms Network Book Club Interview: Laurie Frankel!
Our next “Book Club” interview is with New York Times-bestselling novelist Laurie Frankel, whose latest book, One Two Three, comes out in June. She is best known for her critically acclaimed novel, This is How It Always Is, which follows the journey of a family with...
Quick Dinner Idea: Baked Potato Bar!
We’re always looking for weeknight dinner ideas that appeal to everyone in our families, from husbands to big kids to toddlers and even babies. That’s why this super simple but completely customizable Baked Potato Bar from The Baker Mama—a Dallas, TX-based mom of...
Carrot Spice Snacking Cake
Fall may have Pumpkin Spice, but this Spring, we're all about this Carrot Spice Snacking Cake. Thank you to our contributor, CatwithaK Cooks, for sharing this gluten, butter and oil-free healthy treat! Carrot Spice Snacking Cake Yield: 1 8x8 inch square cake...
Why We Love Fox Pest Control!
This past year more than ever, we’ve been looking for ways to simplify life and save time. One of those ways is by hiring people we trust and who care about their clients. One company we have used that meets these important criteria is Fox Pest Control—they...
Fabalish: Your Secret Weapon for Fast & Healthy Kid-Friendly Meals!
Deciding what to make every night for dinner is one of the never-ending tasks of parenthood. Then, finding the time to cook whatever we decide to cook can also be a struggle. Finally, getting our kids to eat what we’ve made is hit or miss...That’s why we love...
Meet Maria Lindstrom!
Where are you from originally and how long have you lived in town? I am originally from Flushing, Queens and moved to Rye Brook 22 years ago. Child(ren) and Age(s)? I have twin girls -- Laura and Rachel Lindstrom (22 years old). They...
Ask Dr. Katie & Coach Courtney: Your Health Questions Answered
If you’re looking for a spring refresh, learn more about The Dr. Katie Detox! The program offers 5-day on demand and 10-day seasonal health resets emphasizing nutrient-dense food and gentle improvements to your daily rhythms in partnership with Courtney Evans of Well Refined health coaching and with meal delivery in collaboration with Chef Lisa of SoireeCT Catering.
Joy Bauer’s “Pretty in Pink” Deviled Eggs!
These days, we're all about making holidays a little *extra*. These "Pretty in Pink" Deviled Eggs from celebrity nutritionist and Today Show contributor Joy Bauer, RD, will certainly make your Easter table sparkle a little brighter. "You can’t go wrong with eggs—the...
Why We Love Fox Pest Control!
This past year more than ever, we’ve been looking for ways to simplify life and save time. One of those ways is by hiring people we trust and who care about their clients. One company we have used that meets these important criteria is Fox Pest Control—they...
Cinnamon Roll Easter Bunnies!
These Easter Bunny Cinnamon Rolls from Maegan, the talented mom behind The BakerMama, will do double duty as a fun holiday activity and a delicious Easter breakfast. And while you can certainly make your rolls from scratch, Maegan says store bought are perfectly...
Gardening with Kids: Fun Ideas for All Ages!
Spring is finally here, and we couldn’t be happier to be shaking off the winter doldrums and getting outside again. Since we’re planning on still spending more time at home this spring and summer, gardening is at the top of our list. We found a fantastic new book,...
Leah Koenig’s Spring Veggie Matzo Lasagna!
Leah Koenig is a Brooklyn, NY-based mom of two and cookbook author—her latest, The Jewish Cookbook, was published by Phaidon in 2019. She’s known as an authority on modern Jewish cooking, so just in time for Passover, we asked her to share one of her favorite holiday...
Hasselback Potato Skillet with Mustard Garlic Butter + Chives!
This easy potato dish is just a little bit of an upgrade on classic roast potatoes. Use it to introduce picky eaters to new flavors, or for your next dinner party. Thanks to our food contributor CatwithaK Cooks for sharing this go-to recipe! Hasselback Potato...
Rainbow Cheesecake!
We love this colorful St. Patrick's Day cheesecake as an alternative to a birthday cake or any time you need to mix up a little cheer. It does need to chill overnight, so grab these ingredients below and click through for the full instructions from food blogger and...
DIY Rainbow Art!
This piece was contributed by our DIY contributor Maria Provenzano and originally appeared on her site, From Scratch with Maria. DIY RAINBOW ART: White paper, preferably card stock but any white paper will work. Paint, preferably in the colors of the rainbow Small...
St. Patrick’s Day Drawing Project!
Looking for ways to celebrate St. Patty’s Day at home this year? We asked Kathy Chattoraj, owner of Future Picassos, to share a fun project for kids of all ages—see below! Older kids can use these to draw their own and younger kids can simply color in the template. To...
Meet a Mom: Tata Harper
This story was contributed by our wellness columnist, Michelle Calarco. When it comes to healthy living, we all know the importance of a good diet, exercise and sleep. But there’s one area that often doesn’t get as much attention: skincare. We talked to Tata Harper,...
Meet a Mom: Lila Limon of Squeeze de Citron
Original story from Greenwich Moms Meet Lila Limon, founder and creative director of Squeeze de Citron, a colorful line of bags handmade by Mexican artisans. After graduating with her bachelors degree in business in Mexico, she moved to New York City to continue her...