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How to Make the Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookie

How to Make the Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookie

by Lisa Kaminski Taste of Home original link Love cakey cookies? Or crispy ones? How about chewy? We show you how to make the perfect chocolate chip cookies according to your taste. I’ve spent a lot of time trying to make perfect chocolate chip cookies. I’ve made the...

Hoffman Landscapes Receives Award of Excellence

Hoffman Landscapes Receives Award of Excellence

Hoffman Landscapes is proud to announce they have been selected to receive an Award of Excellence – Judges Award by the National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP).   The winning estate sits on a beautifully manicured 3.3 acre lot. Hoffman Landscapes...

Meet the Neurosurgeon Mom Behind Cerebelly!

Meet the Neurosurgeon Mom Behind Cerebelly!

This week’s meet-a-mom is Teresa Purzner, the accomplished mom of three who recently launched Cerebelly, an amazing new baby food brand. When she couldn’t find a product that was both convenient and had the nutrition she was looking for, she developed her own, which...

How to Raise Curious Kids

How to Raise Curious Kids

Recently, Kirsten Luce, an award-winning photojournalist for National Geographic and other publications, spoke in our area as part of the magazine’s Recruitment Day, designed to inspire kids to stay curious. It also celebrates the release of National...

Meet A Mom: Meet Jamie Hess of NYCfitfam

Meet A Mom: Meet Jamie Hess of NYCfitfam

​One of the things we love about Meet a Mom Mondays is getting to know moms that truly inspire us, either by their background, their careers, their routine, or how they parent. Jamie Hess, 39, and the mom of two boys (Mason, 4 and Asher, 6 months) hits all those...

Want a “Great School” for Your Kids?  Start with These 5 Questions.

Want a “Great School” for Your Kids? Start with These 5 Questions.

Every family is different, but they all seem to align on one thing: the priority to have “great schools” for their kids. The challenge? Each family defines “great schools” differently. Suburban Jungle works closely with each client to find the community with the best fit. To determine the right types of schools for your family, Suburban Jungle suggests asking yourself FIVE key questions.

Understanding Teens and Children Anxiety

Understanding Teens and Children Anxiety

This original story was provided by The Local Moms Network contributor Caitlyn Dunn, LCSW. For more advice on anxiety and related topics, go to https://www.caitlyndunncounseling.com. Anxiety, the "bully of the brain," at its root is the fear of being out of control....

Meet a Mom: Joy Bauer of the Today Show!

Meet a Mom: Joy Bauer of the Today Show!

Joy Bauer, MS, RDN, is best known as the energetic and motivating resident nutritionist and health expert on NBC’s Today Show. This accomplishment, however, is only one item on her very full resume. Joy is also a columnist for Woman’s Day magazine, the New York City...

How to Talk to Kids About Gun Violence in Schools

How to Talk to Kids About Gun Violence in Schools

  In many school districts across the country, preparations are being made for the potential of a  school shooting. Combined with coverage of gun violence on the media, kids are becoming aware of what school shootings are—and it’s important to talk about their...

Autumn Carrot and Sweet Potato Soup

Autumn Carrot and Sweet Potato Soup

This Autumn Carrot & Sweet Potato Soup combines classic fall ingredients in a savory and sweet, healthy meal. Former chef and mom of two, Jennifer Segal, is the blogger behind Once Upon A Chef and author of a book, also called Once Upon a Chef, full of...

Halloween & The Teal Pumpkin Project!

Halloween & The Teal Pumpkin Project!

  For most kids, Halloween is pretty much the best day of the year. Between the costumes, the candy, and the fun with friends, what’s not to love? But for kids with serious food allergies, Halloween can feel like yet another fun thing they miss out on. That’s...

You’ve Been Booed! Sound Shore Moms Edition

You’ve Been Booed! Sound Shore Moms Edition

  Let’s make the most of October and Halloween in the neighborhood! This is a simple way to let your neighbors know you are thinking about them and to get everyone excited for Halloween – the kids will be so thrilled about it! Here’s how it Works: Download two...

NEINH: How Pre-Concussion Screening Can Help With Concussion Treatment

NEINH: How Pre-Concussion Screening Can Help With Concussion Treatment

Did you know that there is a screening that can be done before a concussion to help doctors in the event your child suffers an injury? The New England Institute for Neurology and Headache can do baseline testing to get a clear outline of a child’s abilities and skill sets prior to a brain injury. Then, in the event of an injury, before and after results of the same test can be used to help with things like treatment plans, prognosis and potential academic accommodations. Read more about the testing, here!

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