Westchester Mom Blog for the Sound Shore
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Meet a Mom: Jamie Leahy, Travel Advisor
Jamie Leahy of ReadyJetGo shares with us some travel planning tips and her favorite family friend destinations!
Meet a Mom: Rachel Krisbergh
Meet Scarsdale Mom, educational consultant Rachel Krisbergh who partners with parents to help them navigate their unique educational journeys.
What Parents Need to Know About Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Moms do everything in their power to protect their families and keep them healthy. Fall is here and with kids back in school and involved in extracurricular activities and with sports ramping up, it’s important to be informed about a serious public health crisis that can affect anyone, anywhere, at any time: Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA).
Daniella Monet Shares her Lunch-Packing Tips!
Packing a lunch is one of those parenting tasks that you might really want to like—but that’s easier said than done. To help inspire us and simplify the process, we asked one of our favorite food & parenting contributors, Daniella Monet, to share her top lunch-packing tips.
Holiday Lane at American Christmas
Holiday Lane at American Christmas promises all of the glitz and cheer of NYC, but with a shorter commute. All net profits go to local non-profits!
Molly Sims’ 5-Minute Skincare Routine
Moms don’t have time for elaborate skincare routines – whether they’re mere mortals like us, or iconic model and entrepreneur Molly Sims. Recently, she shared her 5-minute skincare routine with The Local Moms Network CEO Layla Lisiewski.
Spiced Apple Muffins from The Foodie Physician
These Spiced Apple Muffins from Dr. Sonali Ruder, aka The Foodie Physician, are packed with sweet apples and warming spices, and topped with an irresistible cinnamon sugar topping.
Meet a Mom: Lisa Bargellini Therapy
We spoke with Lisa Bargellini, LMHC, CEDS, owner of Lisa Bargellini Therapy. Read our interview to learn more about Lisa, the services she provides, and her advice to us moms as we deal with the pressure of trying to find balance in our busy lives.
Breast Cancer Reconstruction: What Women Should Know
Did you know that one in eight women in the United States develops breast cancer in her lifetime? As a result, roughly 3.8 million women in the U.S. are survivors of breast cancer, and this number is expected to continually increase.
Talking to Kids About the Israel-Hamas War in the Era of Social Media
Be prepared to have a meaningful conversation, however old your children.
Greenberg Cosmetic Surgery
From Mommy Makeovers and breast cancer reconstruction, to ER visits and ear pinning, the surgeons at Greenberg Cosmetic Surgery will take care of your family. Read our story to learn more about Dr. Stephen T. Greenberg, including details of his popular Mommy Makeover.
Caramel Apple Recipe from Food Network’s Melissa D’Arabian
When cookbook author and Food Network star Melissa D’Arabian goes apple-picking, her go-to move with her apple haul is to make Caramel Apples. She shares her recipe that you’ll want to make all fall long!
2023 Private School Guide
The 2023 Private School Guide is a list of schools in the New York and Connecticut areas that includes what each school offers and when to attend an Open House.
Halloween Cinnamon Rolls
We love a good mom hack, and these Halloween Cinnamon Rolls from The BakerMama definitely will be our go-to this spooky season. We’re *totally* on board with pre-made shortcuts like canned cinnamon rolls, so we can focus on making memories (not dough).
Fall Family Fun: Apple Picking, Pumpkin Patches, Corn Mazes & more!
Your guide to apple picking, corn mazes, pumpkin patches and fall family activities in and around Westchester, NY!
Meet a Mom: Dr. Yael Markowicz
Dr. Yael Markowicz, a West Harrison mom and Doctor of Chinese medicine, shares with us her work she does at Touchstone Acupuncture and what brought her to the Sound Shore area.
2023-2024 Guide to Family Photographers
It’s the perfect time of year to capture those sweet family moments- and just in time for your end of year holiday cards. Rye & Rye Brook Moms, Scarsdale Moms and Sound Shore Moms have teamed up to put together a list of amazing local photographers for you to choose from.
Meet a Dad: Tucker Hastings of Gowan Group
Meet a Dad, Tucker Hastings, is a career-long educator, and part of the Gowan Group (@gowan_placement), an innovative Independent School consulting firm comprised of off former school leaders–people who have taught classes, coached teams, advised students and parents and as such know young people.
Interview with Brooke Haven: Design on a Budget
We interviewed Brooke Haven to learn more about her design philosophy, tips for designing on a budget and where to score big for your home!
Your Clutter May Be Costing You: Pressing Reset with Transpirational Spaces
We can all agree that there is a mental heaviness associated with a disorganized and cluttered home. But as a mom, how much is it costing you? Local mom Lauren Lennon, founder of the luxury home organization company Transpirational Spaces, provides us with easily executable best practices for moms to reclaim their space!