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Mom Life Just Got Easier
Moms — we have some BIG and exciting news to share! To further our commitment of giving moms the gift of time, we are pleased to announce the launch of The Local Moms Network app!
6 Parenting Books for When You Need a Good Laugh
The Harrison Library Staff shares its recommendations for parents like us who need a good laugh! Here are six books to help you get over your kids’ latest adventures and accidents.
Easy, Healthy Back-to-School Lunchbox Ideas
With a brand new school year just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about packed lunches and after school snacks!
How to Make Yours Functional & Beautiful with “Courage Confidential”!
Courage Confidential is a new home design blog for local Moms, brought to you from the faux-marble knock-off tulip table in an airy studio high above Binney Park in Greenwich. Yes, I’m your neighbor, I’m a designer and I’m a mom.
Dog Days of August: How to Keep Your Dog from Overheating
During these “Dog Days of August”, Dr. Rich Goldstein of Mobile Vet Squad gives us five “cool” suggestions to help keep your dog from overheating…
Boredom Buster Jar: Summer Edition
Have you heard of a boredom buster jar? We love them and they can be so helpful on rainy summer days or those days when you simply need to catch up and need some go-to activities for the kiddos!
Summer Reading
There is nothing quite like relaxing by the beach with a refreshing beverage and a good book! The Local Moms Network has rounded up some favorite picks for an enlightening summer read. Happy Reading!
Meet the Mom Behind Little Goodall
Little Goodall was created by artist and designer Molly Goodall in 2010. Get to know the designer behind this adorable clothing line in our mompreneur feature.
Strawberry Smash Muffins
These strawberry smash muffins are perfect for on-the-go summer snacking! They’re quick, easy and delish. Enjoy!
Yale New Haven shares tips on preventing sunburn in children, and how best to handle it when it occurs!
If your child gets a sunburn, these tips can help make your child more comfortable:
Yale New Haven Health tips on selecting the best bicycle helmets to prevent injuries!
Next to motor vehicle-related injuries, bicycles injure more children than any other consumer product, according to the National SAFE KIDS Campaign.
5 Summer Beauty Tips from Bun on The Run’s Megan McBrien
I was so excited to be asked to be a guest blogger for The Local Moms Network… partially, because I’m aligned with their current initiatives but also because it motivated me to whip my own blog, Bun on the Run Beauty, back into shape.
Easy Kicks
Hey, Mamas! We are so excited to talk to you today about EasyKicks, a sneaker club for kids that allows parents to order new Nike and Converse sneakers whenever your kids need them for one convenient monthly price!
RISE is Momma Fuel
This clean, pure organic beverage gives me sustainable energy, unlike other coffees which give me a nasty, edgy, and quick rush of energy, then leave me with a crashing headache by mid-morning, making it tough to get anything done.
Marinated Grilled Veggies
Summer is made for grilling so we’ve been going through grill recipes like it’s our job! We recently made these marinated grilled veggies from How Sweet Eats at a family gathering …
5 Tips for a Greener, More Sustainable Lawn
You don’t have to choose between having a lush lawn and having a sustainable lawn—you just need a little know how.
Outdoor Concerts in the Park
Enjoy FREE outdoor concerts at Memorial Park on Mondays in July! Bring the family, a blanket and your appetite. Food and drink will be available for sale and the playground will be open for children’s enjoyment.
One of Connecticut’s Top Pizza Now Available in Port Chester
The pie is famous. So famous that countless media outlets — New York Magazine, First We Feast, The Daily Meal, and Serious Eats, among others — have sung the praises of the Stamford original.
7 Helpful Tips for a Stress Free July 4th Barbecue
Here are a few helpful tips to keep in mind so that your guests are not the only ones having a great time at your BBQ this year.
Inspired Start
Inspired Start is the only baby food designed to introduce 8 common allergens. Allergenic foods can be introduced just like any other solid foods, around 4-6 months of age.