Westchester Mom Blog for the Sound Shore
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Four Ways Your Family Can Help The Endangered Monarch Butterfly
The Monarch Butterfly was listed as an endangered species on July 21 by the International Union for Conservation. Here are four ways your family can make a difference in helping this beloved butterfly thrive for years to come.
6 Ways to Update your Child’s Back to School Wardrobe
Not sure where to start with Back to School shopping? Check out the 6 Pieces to Upgrade Your Child’s School Wardrobe from Hatley!
Water Bottle Round-Up!
These are our picks for end of summer and back to school hydration.
Meet the Founder of Bleuet Girl!
When Elizabeth Rietz’s daughter was eight, she was an “early bloomer.” Like many preteens, she wasn’t quite ready for a bra, but started wearing a second layer under her shirts to feel more comfortable. When Elizabeth scoured stores to find a next step solution—a comfy cami with a shelf bra—she wasn’t impressed with the options. “That became my first idea: to create a super soft, cami with a shelf bra to add more coverage and help girls get used to wearing a bra,” shares Elizabeth.
Meet the Moms Behind Grown & Flown
When you first become a mom, you think the newborn stage is the hardest—and then suddenly you have a toddler and while maybe you’re getting a little bit more sleep, you’re more tired than ever. Fast forward to the tween, teen and beyond years, and most parents quickly realize where the phrase “bigger kids, bigger problems” comes from.
BLT Panzanella Salad
Late summer is prime tomato season, and this BLT Panzanella Salad from Habitual Hostess is a perfect way to use up your garden’s harvest or farmers market haul!
5 Questions with Big Wave Surfer Maya Gabeira, author of Maya and the Beast!
A new children’s book, Maya and the Beast, tells the story of Maya, a young surfer who lives in a town where everyone is scared of “the Beast,” a huge wave.
Back to School 2022: Backpack Round-up
It’s August and back to school is almost here! We’ve rounded up some of our favorite backpacks for the 2022-2023 school year!
Meet a Mom | Megan Vizzari of No Filter Aesthetics
We spoke to Megan Vizzari, co-owner of No Filter Aesthetics, a concierge aesthetic service here in Westchester. Read more about the services that they provide and be sure to follow along on Instagram. She also has some great advice for us moms trying to do it all!
What’s in My Carry On Bag!
This jewelry and fashion designer shows how she gets to her destination in style!
Meet A Mom | Aswathi Arun
We spoke to Sound Shore Mom, Aswathi Arun, about her dance classes and summer camp. She teaches Kuchipudi, which is an Indian Classical dance style, right here in Westchester! Read more about her passion for dance, how she got started, details on her summer camp, and how you can sign up!
5 Ways to Cook Healthy on Hectic Summer Days
Top five tips for eating healthy on hectic summer days from Autumn Michaelis, author of Whole Food for Your Family
Meet a Mom | Nancy Hart of Buff City Soap, Rye Brook
Meet Nancy Hart of Buff City Soap in Rye Brook!
How to Protect your Kids from What You Can’t See in Your Home
Here’s a brief primer on what to be aware of in your home to protect your family against the invisible substances that may be endangering your children’s health.
Pink & Palmy Bridal Shower
A Westchester bridal shower featuring some amazing local vendors!
Four Reasons to Head to the Farmers Market!
Farmers Markets are the perfect way to grocery shop with kids and luckily, we have several great ones in the Sound Shore area!
Shark and Surf Themed Birthday Party
A shark and surf themed pool party highlighting some amazing local vendors!
Fourth of July Fireworks in the Sound Shore, Westchester NY 2022
The Sound Shore area of Westchester, NY has so many fun spots to see fireworks! Here is a list by day of where the Fourth of July celebrations will be happening.
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!
Get Organized with the 5 Step Design Process from Closet Factory
Closet Factory offers custom storage solutions for all areas of your home.