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Smoothies Made Easy!
I don’t know about you but I love a good smoothie. As a mom, it’s a great way to pack in a lot of nutrients into one easy and portable meal (not to mention my daughter loves them too!). But the idea of making them at home can definitely be overwhelming. Having all the...
Cassava Kitchen: Gluten-Free, Mom-Founded Brand!
We’re always looking for new foods that will appeal to the whole family, from picky toddlers to parents trying to eat healthier. Bonus points go to any products that area help make meals come together, fast. When Valdiny M. Pabbruwe-Tolud, the founder of...
Recipe: Host To Perfection’s No Bake Cheesecake!
This recipe was contributed by The Local Moms Network Contributor, Host to Perfection! This No-Bake Cheesecake is so creamy and delicious and it’s a great Summer treat! Skip the oven and try this simple, but thick, rich and creamy filling cheesecake....
conEd is extending their claims policy for customers who lost power after Isaias
Did you lose power due to tropical storm Isaias? If you lost power you also probably lost a lot of perishable food in your refrigerator and freezer. Not everyone is lucky enough to have a generator and spoiled food is a big financial loss to families. Fortunately,...
This Isn’t a New “Normal”
None of the past few months makes much sense, and if you’re like us, you’re getting pretty darn tired. And not the kind of tired a solid 8 hours can fix (even though yes, that would be lovely anyway). It just isn’t normal to…. Take on more than we...
Lucy’s Story: Help A Family Save Their Daughter’s Life
Lucy Van Doormaal was born on April 1st, 2020 at British Columbia Children’s Hospital in Vancouver, CA, joining older brother Sullivan, 3. But just a week later, parents Scott and Laura noticed something wasn’t right. “Lucy was a natural thumb sucker, and...
Fox Pest Control: For A Happier Summer at Home!
We love, love summer, but hate the bugs that come along with it. That’s why we’re thrilled to partner with Fox Pest Control, who has been helping busy families enjoy their homes pest-free since 2012. (For a free inspection and estimate, and even same day service,...
Safe Summer Traveling During COVID-19
Many families have decided to travel this summer and many more are still considering taking a trip in the next six weeks before school starts up again (in whatever form that may be). In the time of COVID, this is a difficult decision for many of us because there are...
Beat the Heat with DIY Popsicles!
Popsicles are synonymous with summer, and for good reason—they’re refreshing on hot days, help hydrate kids and adults alike, and are easy to hold, even for tiny toddler hands. While we don’t judge store bought varieties, making them allows you to control the...
Save Money Fast on Prescriptions with Hippo!
As moms, we’re always looking to save money and time. That’s where our new partner, Hippo, comes in. It’s a free digital savings card that helps people save up to 97% on their prescription medications—just by using their app or website to instantly compare...
The Montessori Mafia
Shouldn’t we be paying a great deal of attention to the educational method that produced, among others: Larry Page and Sergei Brin - inventors of Google, Jeff Bezos - founder of Amazon, Helen Keller - political activist, author, lecturer, and recipient of the...
Top Sunscreens for Kids + Babies
Looking to keep your kids safe from the sun this summer? The first thing to look for in a sunscreen is a physical (as opposed to chemical) formula. Safer ingredients include zinc oxide and titanium dioxide, while ones to avoid include avobenzone, oxybenzone,...
Catching Up with Donte Palmer of Squat for Change!
Photo credit: Kate Gardiner Last year, we spoke to Donte Palmer, dad to three boys, about his amazing Squat for Change movement. It started with a single viral photo of him trying to change his youngest son’s diaper in a public restroom, on his lap—and resulted in an...
Interview with Danielle Geathers, First Black Female Student Body President at MIT!
As moms, we all want our children to grow up to accomplish their dreams. When we read the People magazine interview with Danielle Geathers, the first Black female Student Body President at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), we wanted to know more about...
Phase 4: What you need to know
Westchester is approved to move into Phase 4 of Reopening today! This is a major accomplishment and a testament to the vigilance our communities have shown in practicing social distancing, proper hygiene and following new and existing health and safety...
Talking to Kids About Race
As we speak to our children about race, it can be hard to know what to say and how to say it. To get some input on how to address these complex issues in a way that kids can understand, we reached out to Dr. Carlin Barnes, MD and Dr. Marketa Wills, MD, MBA, both...
Help Your Child Prepare for Camp & School COVID-19 Protocols
For many kids across the country, camp or a return to daycare will be the first time they’ve encountered the new safety protocols for COVID-19. It also may be the first time they’ve socialized in a group setting, having been social distancing at home for the past few...
Best Baby & Kids Sunscreens for Summer 2020!
Looking to keep your kids safe from the sun this summer? The first thing to look for in a sunscreen is a physical (as opposed to chemical) formula. Safer ingredients include zinc oxide and titanium dioxide, while ones to avoid include avobenzone, oxybenzone,...
Upgrade Your “Mom Uniform” With OYUN!
Interested in upgrading your “mom uniform” with super comfortable but incredibly stylish go-to pieces? We’re always looking for clothing that fits this bill, and that’s why we were thrilled to learn (and share) all about OYUN. Founded a year ago by fashion industry...
Tomatoes, Peaches + Mozzarella, OH MY!
The 4th of July doesn’t need to be all red, white + blue. You can be festive by making some traditional American BBQ style sides and salads. One of my favorite salads to serve in the summer is a Peach, Mozzarella + Tomato salad. There are so many variations out there,...