In the Know
*Important* New Car Seat Guidelines
The American Academy of Pediatrics is changing its guidelines for how long a child should remain in a rear-facing car seat.
How to Discourage Deer from Eating Your Plants
Hungry deer are smart deer. Once they’ve found a property they like, they can wreak havoc on your plants and landscape. Fortunately, you can rely on SavATree and DeerTech—two experts in deer control services that together offer an unmatched level of expertise.
5 Tips for Getting Your Child’s Sleep Back on Schedule
A child who is well rested is going to be better at taking on challenges and finding creative solutions to their problems. We’re talking academic, social, emotional and physical challenges. The whole package.
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!
Tips for the New School Year
No matter whether a child is excited to return to school or nervous about their first day back, parents can help their children be well-prepared to begin the school year.
New Kid on the Block
If your child is starting a new school this year, there are some things you can do to help make their transition a little easier.
To My Children: I Should Have Told You This Sooner
I stopped in my tracks after reading this article, and I had to share it with all of you. What a beautiful, yet painful truth spoken from a mother to her child, with what could be ..
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!
Harrison One of New York’s Safest Cities!
Harrison chosen by Safewise as one of New York safest cities! See where we rank on the list of 50 ….
Mindfulness for Families
Using mindfulness in parenting matters. It’s not a specific thing to do; it’s a way of life. So what does mindfulness with kids mean?
Harrison Residents: Are You Recycling Properly ?
I THOUGHT I was following guidelines until they rejected my container on recycling day! Be sure to read this letter from the Mayor.
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.
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.
Do you have a Westchester Park Pass ?
The pass is required to use county-owned parks, pools, beaches, the tennis courts at Tibbets Brook Park and the boat launch at Glen Island Park.
Early Lingo Provides Tips for Teaching Your Child a New Language
While learning another language may seem daunting to many of our generation whose first exposure to language was in high school, for children it’s completely natural and easy!
How to Raise Kids Who Get Along With (Almost) Everyone
Around age 3, kids will start asking about the differences they see in other people. “You want to respond in a way that doesn’t stifle their natural curiosity,” says Maryam Abdullah, PhD, parenting program director at the Greater Good Science Center at the University of California, Berkeley.
Summer Lawn Care Tips
Follow these summer lawn care tips to avoid potential problems that could damage your summer lawn and landscape.
Lemonade Stand for a Cause: June 2 – June 10
Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF) invites volunteers of all ages across the country to host lemonade stands during Lemonade Days.