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The Ultimate Baby Guide
Whether you’re a first-time parent or a seasoned pro, The Local Moms Network 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.
Make a Splash with These Important Water Safety Tips
As we prepare for summer, the swim and water safety experts at Goldfish Swim School are sharing key water safety tips with us in honor of National Water Safety Awareness Month.
Free Family Fun: Bicycle Sundays in Westchester, NY
If you’re looking for free family fun in Westchester, NY this summer, take a bike ride on the Bronx River Parkway!
Where to go Strawberry Picking in and Around Westchester
Your Strawberry Picking guide to local farms in and around Westchester, NY.
Meet a Mom: Singer, Songwriter & Author Christina Perri!
Get to know the mom behind a beautiful new children’s book.
Helping Moms Feel Their Best: Insights from Dr. Chris Devulapalli
Meet Dr. Chris Devulapalli, a board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in breast and body procedures. Based at Specialized Plastic Surgery in Westchester, Dr. Devulapalli combines advanced surgical expertise with a genuine passion for helping patients feel confident and comfortable in their own skin.
Family Travel Expert Jamie Leahy Shares Why Casa de Campo Resort & Villas Is a Dream Destination for Families
We consulted Jamie Leahy, a top Luxury Travel Advisor and independent affiliate of Elli Travel, on why using a Travel Advisor is helpful—and to learn more about one of her favorite family-friendly travel destinations: Casa de Campo Resort & Villas in the Dominican Republic. If you’re thinking about planning your next trip, this is a great place to start.
Meet a Mom: Marisa Sciacca, Teacher at St. Gregory’s
Marisa Sciacca is a dedicated and passionate early childhood educator at St. Gregory the Great Early Childhood Enrichment Program, where she helps shape young minds during their most formative years. With a warm, play-based teaching approach, Marisa creates a nurturing environment where children feel safe, engaged, and excited to learn.
Meet a Mom: Annie Guill Bollet, Chief Operating Officer of ArtStar
Meet Annie Guill Bollet, a Sound Shore mom and the Chief Operating Officer of ArtStar, an online platform making contemporary art more fun, accessible, and inspiring. With a background in the art world and a passion for bringing joyful, colorful pieces into people’s homes, she’s helping redefine the way we experience art.
Meet Amie Pisano, Real Estate Agent at Compass
We’re beyond excited to welcome Amie Pisano to the Sound Shore Moms team as our go-to real estate expert! Amie will be keeping us in the know on everything happening in the local market—from real estate trends and housing updates to insider tips on buying, selling, and making the most of life in the Sound Shore area.
Kids Sleep: Spring Break Travel Tips
Whether you have a baby or big kid, children not sleeping well mean parents aren’t sleeping well – and that’s not good for anybody. Below, Lauren Wolf, a Certified Infant and Child Sleep Consultant behind Lolo Lullaby, shares her best Spring kids sleep tips, in particular for Daylight Savings and travel.
Leah Koenig’s Spring Veggie Matzo Lasagna
Leah Koenig is a Brooklyn, NY-based mom of two and cookbook author—her latest, The Jewish Cookbook, was published by Phaidon in 2019. She’s known as an authority on modern Jewish cooking, so just in time for Passover, we asked her to share one of her favorite holiday recipes.
Celebrate Spring at Cross County Center with Family-Friendly Events
Cross County Center is celebrating spring with a lineup of family-friendly events, including Easter Bunny photos, a Spring Vendor Market, an Earth Day celebration, and the return of FUNBOX, the world’s biggest bounce park!
Meet Gwenn Snider, Cofounder of Luxury Family Travel Resorts, Little Gem!
Get to know the mom behind these luxury family-friendly resorts!
An Inside Look at St. Gregory the Great’s Early Childhood Program with Director Robin Hughes
Choosing the right preschool is one of the most important decisions families make in their child’s early years. At St. Gregory the Great Early Childhood Enrichment Program, Director Robin Hughes leads a warm, nurturing program where children feel supported, engaged, and excited to learn.
Why Sleepaway Camp is such a Valuable Investment in Your Child’s Future!
For those who grew up going to sleepaway camp, many will say it was one of their most formative life experiences! For those who didn’t grow up going to sleepaway camp, many wonder why it’s such a compelling summer choice, and often question parents sending their children away, when summer can be such a special time for families to be together. As kids become increasingly reliant on technology – and parents become increasingly focused on giving their children the chance to unplug, the desire to better understand all that sleepaway camp has to offer has risen. The Pierce Family runs Camp Birchmont in New Hampshire, a premier, coed sleepaway camp with 3, 4 and 7 week options, and we are so grateful for their perspective on why sleep away camp is one of the best decisions you can make for your child today!
Spring Has Sprung! 4 Reasons to Book Mosquito Squad Today
The weather is warming up, families are heading back outside, and the time is now to get ahead of ticks, mosquitoes and other backyard pests.
Meet a Mom: Monica of Monica Chimes Floral
Meet Monica Chimes, the creative force behind Monica Chimes Floral, a Westchester-based floral and event design studio. She started out in a small flower shop in Mount Vernon and has since built a thriving business, bringing beauty to some of the area’s most stunning venues. Monica shares her journey, design philosophy, and expert floral tips for busy moms who want to add effortless elegance to their homes.
Meet a Mom: Melissa Tomlin, Founder of 914PopUps
Meet Melissa Tomlin, the founder of 914PopUps! A Westchester-based entrepreneur with a passion for supporting small businesses, Melissa has built a thriving platform that brings together local vendors through curated pop-up events.
St. Patrick’s Day Parades in Westchester, NY
Your guide to St. Patrick’s Day Parades in the Sound Shore area!