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How To Raise Curious Kids
Recently, Kirsten Luce, an award-winning photojournalist for National Geographic and other publications, spoke in our area as part of the magazine’s Recruitment Day, designed to inspire kids to stay curious. It also celebrates the release of National...
Gluten-Free Gingerbread Men!
Melissa d’Arabian has three daughters, and like many of us, baking (and decorating!) cookies is a big part of the holidays. She's always makes sure to have a recipe ready that's safe for anyone who is gluten-free, like one of her daughters. Says Melissa, author of...
Traveling with Kids? How to Pack a Perfect Carry-On!
Flying with kids this Winter? For most moms, that means prepping ahead by thoughtfully packing a well-stocked carry-on. Before kids, your carry-on might have typically only held some noise-cancelling headphones, the latest magazines and a book—stuff to pass the time....
Meet a Mom: Kara Goldin, Founder & CEO of Hint Water!
Kara Goldin, the founder and CEO of the uber-popular unsweetened flavored water brand hint, is this week’s Meet a Mom! In addition to creating and growing this ground-breaking brand, she hosts and produces the podcast Unstoppable, featuring other entrepreneurs. She’s...
Charities That Help Families: Giving Back This Holiday Season
You may have heard that volunteering your time or giving a donation can boost your health and happiness. In fact, studies have shown that giving back can be good for you in myriad ways, including: lowering blood pressure, boosting dopamine and oxytocin in the brain,...
20 Children’s Christmas and Hanukkah Books They’ll Love!
This story was provided by The Local Moms Network Contributor Rosemary D’Urso, aka LibraryMom. December is here and that means it’s time to break out the holiday books! Whether filled with a heartwarming storyline, engaging characters, or gorgeous illustrations, each...
Rye & Rye Brook Moms' Holiday 2019 Gift Guide
It's Holiday Shopping time again and we've got some great local partners who have great gifts for all of the dads, moms, kids and everyone in between! Be sure to mention RYERYEBROOKMOMSwhen shopping local!! Cutco is an American-made brand made...
Ultimate Summer 2020 Camp Guide – Sleepaway Edition!
Spending part of their summer at camp is one of those amazing experiences that will stay with your child forever. Use this guide to learn about some of the top sleepaway options throughout the United States!
Elf on the Shelf: 5 Easy Tips to Make It Less Stressful
To read our interview with the founders of Elf on the Shelf, click here. Like basically everything in parenting, Elf on the Shelf can be a blessing and, well, a curse. The cute little guy (or gal) creates instant opportunities for magical holiday memories, it’s...
Get your Picky Eater to try something new!
The holidays are here! Dr. Danya Rosen, pediatric gastroenterologist and Sarah Griffin, dietitian chat about how to get a picky eater to branch out to try new foods. Learn more about the pediatric specialty services that are offered at Yale New Haven...
How to make the Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookie
by Lisa Kaminski Taste of Home original link Love cakey cookies? Or crispy ones? How about chewy? We show you how to make the perfect chocolate chip cookies according to your taste. I’ve spent a lot of time trying to make perfect chocolate chip cookies. I’ve made the...
Coterie: A Next-Generation Diaper
As parents, we all want the best for our kids. One new product that fits that bill to a T is Coterie, a next generation diaper. Just launched this past summer, Coterie is the highest quality diaper available, with twice the absorbency (read: fewer leaks, blowouts and...
4 Childcare Personalities You’ll Find in Suburbia
While there are tons of childcare options in the suburbs, most towns tend to have one approach that’s most popular. “Every town has its own childcare ‘personality,’” says Suburban Jungle Strategist Alli Levine. “Kids may go from preschool to extended care. Parents may pick up from school every day. In other towns, driving nannies take kids from parks and playdates to activities.” Here’s what Suburban Jungles suggests people moving consider…
Meet Anna Leder!
This month's Meet a Mom is my friend, Anna Leder, who never ceases to amaze me. She is the woman who does it all -- she is first and foremost the Mommy of two adorable boys and an entrepreneur who keeps adding more to her plate! Read below to learn a bit more!! ...
Meet A Mom: Meet Jamie Hess of NYCfitfam
One of the things we love about Meet a Mom Mondays is getting to know moms that truly inspire us, either by their background, their careers, their routine, or how they parent. Jamie Hess, 39, and the mom of two boys (Mason, 4 and Asher, 6 months) hits all those...
Dinner Party 101: Easy Tips to Try
Hosting a dinner party can be daunting, especially when you don’t have a ton of time (read: you have kids) or you haven’t done it in a while (also: kids). Fall is the perfect time to give it a try, because there’s an abundance of amazing fruit and vegetables available...
2019 Holiday Shipping Deadlines For New York: USPS, UPS, FedEx
Deadlines are here for FedEx, U.S. Postal Service and UPS in New York during the 2019 holiday season. By Michael Woyton, Patch Staff Nov 25, 2019 12:34 pm ET Original Link Here are the upcoming shipping deadlines for the holiday season in New York. (Shutterstock) Few...
Hoffman Landscapes Receives Award of Excellence
Hoffman Landscapes is proud to announce they have been selected to receive an Award of Excellence – Judges Award by the National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP). The winning estate sits on a beautifully manicured 3.3 acre lot. Hoffman Landscapes...
How to Talk to Kids About Gun Violence in Schools
In many school districts across the country, preparations are being made for the potential of a school shooting. Combined with coverage of gun violence on the media, kids are becoming aware of what school shootings are—and it’s important to talk about their...
Want a “Great School” for Your Kids? Start with These 5 Questions.
Every family is different, but they all seem to align on one thing: the priority to have “great schools” for their kids. The challenge? Each family defines “great schools” differently. Suburban Jungle works closely with each client to find the community with the best fit. To determine the right types of schools for your family, Suburban Jungle suggests asking yourself FIVE key questions.