Westchester Mom Blog for the Sound Shore
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10 Screen-Free Activities Kids Will Love!
10 ways to keep kids engaged during these winter months!

Local Coffee Shops in the Sound Shore
We know and understand the importance of coffee to keep our days going! We have looked for the local coffee spots for you to go and get your recharge!

Chinese Chicken Salad from Habitual Hostess!
Put this delicious dish into your lunch or dinner rotation.

2023 Health & Wellness Guide
Make 2023 your best year yet with the help of our Health & Wellness Guide!

6 Cookbooks to Try This Year!
If one of your New Year’s resolutions for 2023 is to cook more and rely less on takeout, we have you covered.

Meet a Mom: Lexi Brine, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker at Julia. B Fee
We spoke with Lexi Brine, licensed associate real estate broker at Julia B. Fee in Larchmont. She gave us some insight into the Westchester real estate market, her life in the Sound Shore and shared some of her favorite local spots!

2023 Ultimate Sleepaway Camp & Program Guide
Spending part of summer living independently from Mom and Dad is one of those amazing experiences that will stay with your child forever. Use our Camp & Program Guide to learn about some of the top sleepaway camp options throughout the United States as well as teen tours, educational programs and even community service opportunities.

School’s Out, Now What? MLK Jr. Day
What to do with your kids on MLK Jr. Day 2023!

Can’t Find Baby or Children’s Tylenol or Motrin?
With supply chain issues combining with the RSV/COVID/Flu trifecta sweeping the country, children’s medications like Tylenol & Motrin are in short supply. If you can’t find meds and your child is sick, this can be extremely stressful. Below, we ask Dr. Jen Trachtenberg, M.D., Assistant Clinical Professor Pediatrics at Mount Sinai and owner, Carnegie Hill Pediatrics in New York City, to answers our questions about this situation.

Meet an Artist: Sue De Chiara
A former lawyer, design blogger and mother of three, Sue De Chiara grew up around artists. “It greatly influenced my love for good design,” she says. Transitioning into a new career, she is now an abstract artist and loves the creative expression.

Eat the Rainbow Board
If one of your goals for the New Year is to add more fruits and veggies into your family diet, this Eat the Rainbow Board created by The BakerMama may just help you check that off your list!

Three Ingredient Cauliflower Soup Recipe
Cauliflower is full of fiber and Vitamin C, making it a powerhouse vegetable for cold & flu season. This 3 Ingredient Cauliflower Soup from Kathleen Ashmore is simple, healthy and delicious — an easy winner in our eyes.

Meet a Mom: Model & Wellness Entrepreneur Valentina Ferrer!
We spoke to Valentina, Mom to 1-year-old son Rio, about her new motherhood, her modeling career, KAPOWDER, and more!

Meet a Mom: Carly D’Arpino, Owner of Harrison Wine Vault
We spoke with Carly D’Arpino, owner of Harrison Wine Vault. She gave us a special discount code to use during this busy season of hosting and gifting!

Tips For The Essex Steam Train North Pole Express
All aboard the Essex Steam Train & Riverboat North Pole Express for the 2022 season!

Meet Ioana and Andrea: The Founders of Sleek Living NY
We spoke with Ioana and Andrea, professional organizers and the Founders of Sleek Living NY. As moms, we are constantly battling clutter and they gave us some amazing tips on getting organized and maintaining a system!

Homemade Hot Chocolate Bombs!
Hot Cocoa Bombs are the hottest dessert of the Holiday Season! We’re bringing you a DIY recipe for you to make them at home. It can double as a kids activity – win, win!

Everyday Celebrations from Scratch
Holiday parties are about to be in full swing. Whether you’re hosting family for casual dinners or throwing a formal fete for a crowd, a new book from Maria Provenzano, “Everyday Celebrations from Scratch”, has inspiration galore.

Make Ahead Breakfast Bake
Having a breakfast recipe that can be assembled the night before and can feed a crowd can be a lifesaver for the holidays! This delicious version from Habitual Hostess might just become a family tradition for Christmas morning, or any busy morning when you have a full, hungry house.

Tablesetting 101: Host to Perfection!
Get ready for the holidays and beyond with these simple steps.