Around Town
Back to School: Lunchbox and Backpack Sets Your Kids Will Love
Get your kids pumped for back-to-school with fun (and functional!) new gear. From whimsical patterns to minimalist designs, these matching lunchbox and backpack pairings are so stylish, they might just distract them from the fact that summer’s almost over.
31 Screen Free Ideas for August!
Here are 31 screen-free ideas for this month – one for every day until September.
Meet the Moms of KOR Pilates Larchmont
We spoke with Liz Smoltz and Erin Owen, founders of KOR Pilates Larchmont. Read our interview to find out more about them and their beautiful new studio where you can get an excellent workout that tones, stretches, and strengthens while protecting your body from injury!
10 Ways to Have a 90s Summer
We are nostalgic for the summers of our childhoods—a little less scheduled, a little less screentime, and a lot more connection with our parents, siblings and family friends. Want to give that to your child? Here are 10 ways to have a retro-inspired summer!
Meet Joanna Teplin & Clea Shearer, Founders of The Home Edit
Learn all about the talented women behind the brand.
American Flag Pie Recipe
If you’re throwing a summer soirée, add this American Flag Pie from Maegan Brown. It uses a pre-made crust and canned filling, so you can save some time!
Fourth of July Popsicles!
We made it super simple for moms to put together something festive and healthy for your whole family for the Fourth of July! Try these American Flag greek yogurt popsicles!
The Ultimate Baby Guide
With so many baby products on the market, how do you decide what you actually need for your little one? Introducing The Local Moms Network Baby Guide – a trustworthy resource created by experienced moms, for moms.
Whether you’re a first-time parent or a seasoned pro, The Baby Guide takes the guesswork out of building your baby registry. You’ll find mom-tested and baby-approved recommendations for everything from nursery necessities to feeding your baby.
Meet a Mom: Andrea Moore, founder of The Makers NY by MOORE Custom Goods
We spoke with Andrea Moore, founder of the clothing brand MOORE. You may have seen her featured in a variety of publications, including Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, and ELLE. Andrea has opened up the coolest new local shop in Larchmont called The Makers NY by MOORE Custom Goods, where she not only sells her clothing but also does “most things sewing related”. Sustainability is the focus of The Makers NY, and we love that she helps clients recreate the clothing that they already own.
2024 Westchester Home Guide
Flip through the pages to find inspiration and local businesses to help you create the home you can’t wait to return to at the end of your family’s busy day!
Meet a Mom: Sasha Kravetz Cohen, Founder of Sasha Claire Growth & Brand Management
We spoke with Sasha Kravetz Cohen, founder of Sasha Claire Growth & Brand Management. Her company’s mission is to elevate local businesses in and around Westchester and Connecticut by offering affordable branding, web development, social media management, photography, event collaborations, and marketing services to enhance visibility and community engagement.
Easy Summer Dinner: Hot Dog Bar
Besides ice cream, there are few foods that scream “summer” more than hot dogs, right? So on this summer kick-off weekend, we wanted to share this adorable hot dog bar from food blogger, Jessica Merchant
Walking: 5 Reasons You Should Incorporate It Into your Fitness Routine
Meaghan Murphy spent decades as a fitness fanatic, had to pivot her exercise routine when a preventative double mastectomy made her “relearn her body.” A key insight? A walking workout. Bradee Felton, CPT, holistic health coach and founder of Fit for Hiking shares that a walking workout has many benefits,
Meet a Mom: Actress Hilary Swank
Hilary Swank has been a household name for decades, having cemented her name as an A-list actress by winning the Academy Award for Boys Don’t Cry. Five years later, she won again for Million Dollar Baby. Most recently, the actress, who lived in a trailer park and then car before becoming Hollywood royalty, added “mother” to list of credits.
Why Westchester Moms are Loving Feast & Fettle
Find out why Westchester Moms are loving Feast & Fettle! Hint: home cooked dinners that do not require us to prep, plan, shop, cook, or clean.
Meet a Mom: Lisa Greco of Energia Fitness and Health
We spoke with Lisa Greco, founder of Energia Fitness and Health. She is a fitness trainer, movement specialist and integrative health coach. Read our interview to find out more about Lisa, her background and services!
Air-Fryer General Tso’s Chicken
Want to get dinner on the table in under 30 minutes? That’s exactly what this healthy recipe for General Tso’s Chicken delivers. “It’s better than take-out and healthier too!” says Dr. Sonali Ruder, aka The Physician Foodie, who is an ER doctor, a classically trained chef, and a mom of two.
Spring Break Guide
We’ve rounded up some of our favorite Westchester activities to make your spring break at home the best one yet!
Meet a Mom: Stacy Tolve, Founder of The Fit Mode
We spoke with Stacy Tolve, founder of The Fit Mode. She is a Certified Personal Trainer and Pre/Postnatal Performance Training Specialist. She is also a Certified Group Fitness Instructor, and teaches Barre, Dance, and Pilates. Stacy recently became a mom and we are so excited to feature her as our Meet a Mom this week!
Meet a Mom: Julia Dzafic of Lemon Stripes
Julia Dzafic of Lemon Stripes started blogging 15 years ago about lifestyle, fashion, and food. Her latest project? A new book, Garden Grown: Garden-to-Table Recipes to Make the Most of Your Bounty.