Westchester Mom Blog for the Sound Shore
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Dr. Jarrett Joins Blue Wave Orthodontics
Now back on the East Coast, Dr. Jarrett is excited to serve the communities where his journey began, bringing his expertise and passion for delivering exceptional orthodontic care.
Meet a Mom: Kristina Gjokaj, Onwner of Salon K
We had the pleasure of speaking with Kristina Gjokaj in her beautiful salon in Larchmont, NY. Read our interview to find out more about Kristina, how she got started, and the services that Salon K provides.
WCA’s Annual Breakfast Will Address Youth Mental Health in the Digital Age
The Westchester Children’s Association (WCA) will host their Annual Advocacy Breakfast in October with the theme: “Mind Over Media: Youth Mental Health in the Digital Age.” The lecture will be delivered by keynote speaker Max Stossel, Founder & CEO of Social Awakening.
Meet a Mom: Nicole Neira, Newborn & Family Photographer
Meet local photographer Nicole Neira! Read our interview and find out more about Nicole, the services she offers, and a special offer for Sound Shore Moms!
Meet a Mom: Adrianna Iannotti Cuomo, Founder of Forever Adgeless Medi Spa
We spoke with Adrianna Iannotti Cuomo, Founder of Forever Adgeless Medi Spa. After an incredible career as a Nurse Practitioner specializing in Neurosurgery, Adrianna launched her own business where she combines her passion for health and aesthetics while empowering others to embrace their unique selves. Find out more about her and the services she provides, including Injectables, Microneedling, Microneedling with PRP, PRP for hair restoration, IV Therapy, and more!
Water Safety Tips for Baby Safety Month
This Baby Safety Month, Goldfish Swim School and board-certified pediatrician Dr. Molly O’Shea give 5 tips for parents when it comes to keeping babies safe around water.
Meet Dr. Peter Maro of Blue Wave Orthodontics
Dr. Maro has been nationally recognized by Orthodontic Products Magazine for use of the latest technologies and techniques. He has received the Top Dentist Award from Westchester Magazine as one of the area’s Top Orthodontists.
Meet Karen Klein, VP of Product at Evite!
Find out more about this mom and what’s new at Evite.
Serendipity Labs: Best of Both Worlds
Serendipity Labs is a co-working space catered towards people who have remote jobs but no designated space to call an office. They offer private offices, drop-in coworking, and conference spaces to work on collaborative work.
The Best Strollers for Travel, Multiples, and Jogging
Whether you’re crushing 10Ks before breakfast, multitasking with two under two, or racking up frequent flyer miles, there’s a perfect stroller out there for your family. Read below for our favorite strollers that’ll turn your daily grind into a smooth ride.
5 Ways to Center Yourself for the New School Year
Find 5 suggestions from Dr. Okwerekwu that will help this year be your (and your family’s!) best!
How to Help Kids Transition Back to School
Even the most excited-for-school kids can get struck with a case of the end-of-summer blues. Here, everything you need to know about what you can expect when sending your kids back to school—and how to smooth the transition.
Meet a Mom: Pediatric Audiologist Dr. Heather Haversat of Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital
Dr. Heather Haversat, AuD is a pediatric audiologist who has been treating kids with hearing conditions at Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital since 2014. We asked Dr. Haversat to share a bit more about her practice, red flags for common hearing issues, and more.
Meet a Mom: Crystal Dunn from Team USA Soccer
In our Meet a Mom interview, Crystal Dunn discusses her Paris plans, introducing her son to soccer and more.
Meet Jay Rojas, Founder of Michael Alexander Optical Boutique
We spoke with Jay Rojas, founder of Michael Alexander Optical Boutique in Larchmont, NY. Read our interview to find out more about Jay, how he got started in this industry and the services this gorgeous boutique provides! In addition to carrying glasses, sunglasses (prescription and non-prescription) and contact lenses, they also provide eye exams for the entire family!
Meet a Mom: Olympic Gymnast Shannon Miller
The name Simone Biles dominates talk of the Summer Olympics and the Team USA gymnast squad. But before Simone, and more recent stars like Shawn Johnson, no one shone brighter than Olympic gymnast Shannon Miller in the 1992 and 1996 Games. Like the many Millennial and Gen X moms who idolized her back in the 90s, Shannon has experienced a lifetime of triumphs and challenges in the last thirty years.
Tomato Basil Tart Recipe
This Tomato Basil Tart recipe from the moms behind Habitual Hostess is all about tomatoes—the quintessential summer produce star, elevated when paired with fresh basil. But the best part? It uses refrigerated pie crust so comes together in less than an hour—because summer is not the time to spend hours cooking.
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.
4 Tips for A Smooth Transition Home from Sleepaway Camp
Children returning home from sleepaway camp have a big adjustment ahead. Sometimes, re-entry can become…rocky. Some small tweaks can make all the difference, accordingly to Dr. Baird-Feldman.
31 Screen Free Ideas for August!
Here are 31 screen-free ideas for this month – one for every day until September.