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Meet Alessandro Persampieri, Personal Trainer
Meet Alessandro Persampieri, a personal trainer, former professional soccer player, and co-founder of BARC Run Club. After spending a lifetime dedicated to athletics and fitness, Alessandro now helps others build strength, confidence, and healthy habits that last. His approach focuses on consistency, realistic goals, and creating sustainable routines that fit into busy lives.
7 Ways to Love Your Kid-Free Weekends as a Single Mom
Amanda Vlastas of West University Moms shares seven ways to start enjoying your kid-free weekends.
Meet Lorrie Funtleyder, Founder of Boundless Adventures
This week’s Meet a Mom interview is with Lorrie Funtleyder, founder of Boundless Adventures, a favorite destination for adventure-seeking families throughout Westchester and beyond. From aerial climbing courses and zip lines to summer camps and unforgettable birthday parties, Boundless Adventures helps kids build confidence, independence, and resilience while having fun outdoors.
Farmers Markets in Westchester, NY
Farmers Markets are one of those rare parenting wins that check all the boxes: practical, enjoyable, and educational. Like the best mom hacks, a visit to your local market lets you get real grocery shopping done and turns it into a fun family outing. The food is fresher, the flavors are better, and the experience is rich with opportunities to teach kids about where their food comes from.
Sheet Pan S’Mores!
Skip the mess and make these weather-proof s’mores in the oven! Sheet Pan S’Mores are the perfect treat for any Fourth of July Celebration or summer night!
Jon Gustin aka The Tired Dad: 6 Things We’re Taking from His MomCast Interview
Jon Gustin is known for his take on millennial fatherhood, and recently he sat down with MomCast to discuss his new book.
What to Say When…Your Child Says “I Hate Myself”
Knowing what say in the moment while parenting can be really tough. From the time kids are young toddlers and trying to push your buttons, to bigger kids with bigger problems, we all want to say and do the right thing. In her new column “What to Say When…”, clinical psychologist Nicole Lipkin, PsyD will be sharing her expert advice on various topics—starting with a doozy.
Meet Abbey Lombardo-Kumar, Founder of Learn’ique
This week’s Meet a Mom Monday interview is with Abbey Lombardo-Kumar, founder of Learn’ique! Abbey is an early childhood educator, children’s space designer, and the creative force behind some of the most thoughtfully designed children’s environments in our community.
What To Say When…Your Child Won’t Listen
It can be hard to know what to say as a parent. Our next advice column from Dr. Nicole Lipkin gives you the words you need.
Memorial Day Parades in Westchester, NY 2026
A list of the Memorial Day events happening around Westchester in 2026.
Hudson River Music Festival Returns to Westchester
This Father’s Day, the Hudson River Music Festival returns to Croton Point Park for a joyful, all-ages celebration of music, nature, and community.
Got a Non-Sporty Kid? Here’s What Parents Should Know
Not all kids love sports. Here’s what parents should know about alternatives.
Hosting a Baby Shower at Home: Tips for Keeping It Simple
Hosting at home: you don’t need formal seating, perfect weather, or even a theme. My thoughts on everything you don’t need, plus a few simple things that made a big difference.
Ginger Soy Beef with Green Beans Recipe
Do you need a super-simple weeknight recipe that comes together in less than 20 minutes? This Ginger Soy Beef with Green Beans & Herbs is a one of those easy, kid-friendly recipes you’ll make a few times and then keep making from memory.
Is Fiber the New Protein?
For the last few years, we’ve heard a lot about protein as the holy grail. But recently, fiber seems to have entered the chat, particularly in regard to colon cancer prevention, weight loss and more. We asked our nutrition contributor Stefani Sassos RD, Director of the Good Housekeeping Institute Nutrition & Fitness Lab, to share her insight about fiber-including why we should not be skipping it and how to work it into our family meals.
A Mom’s Secret Sleep Weapon: Eight Sleep
This smart mattress is helping moms get the one thing we all need – more sleep.
Meet Nutcha Caiola, Disney Travel Agent
Meet Nutcha Caiola, a Westchester mom turning her lifelong passion for travel into something truly meaningful for other families. With a background in the airline industry and a love for planning, she now helps families create seamless, memorable Disney vacations filled with less stress and more magic.
Youth Sports: Expert Advice on When to Start Travel, Dealing with Disappointment and More
Kirsten Jones, author of Raising Athletes, share on all things youth sports, from starting travel to handling disappointment.
Meet Beatrice Karp, Founder of Bea Olive Oil
Meet Beatrice Karp, the founder of Bea Olive Oil, a brand bringing fresh, small-batch olive oil straight from family-run groves in Tuscany to the U.S. With a background in cybersecurity and a deep curiosity about how things are made, she took an unexpected path, trading tech for time spent harvesting olives across Italy. What started as a personal exploration quickly turned into a mission: connect incredible farmers with a market that values quality, transparency, and freshness.
Meet Nicole Frontera, Founder of The Formula Med Spa
This week’s Meet a Mom interview is with Nicole Frontera, the founder of The Formula MedSpa. We spoke about her path into aesthetics and wellness, what shaped her approach, and how she helps women feel confident and comfortable in their own skin. She also shares more about her philosophy on natural, personalized results and gives a look into their membership program and why clients love it.