Westchester Mom Blog for the Sound Shore
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Books Celebrating Differences and Embracing Diversity
Books are an incredible teaching tool for parents, and now more than ever we need to make it our priority to teach our children the importance of kindness, equality, inclusion, and respect. I know many people feel overwhelmed and helpless when they read about...
The Lost Husband Movie
We spoke to writer/director/producer (and Mom) Vicky Wight.
Understanding the NY State Reopening Plan
Phase 1 of reopening started in Mid-Hudson last week. Here’s what you need to know!
Patriotic Recipes for Memorial Day Weekend!
Red, White + Blue Recipes to make this quarantined-Memorial Day Weekend more festive!
COVID-19 Family Time Capsule
Have you heard of the term “COVID Capsule” or “Corona Capsule”? More and more families are starting to capture this unique time in our lives by collecting items of significance and creating a “time capsule” to memorialize this profound period of our life.
DIY Kinetic Sand
It has all sorts of names: Kinetic Sand, Sensory Dough, Moon Sand, Cloud Dough…the list goes on. No matter what you call it, kids love playing with this stuff. And it’s great for their imagination!
Sangria Two Ways!
Cheers to the weekend with Sangria- two ways!
Brighten Your Home with Florals!
Looking for a way to brighten your home during quarantine? Host to Perfection shares great tips on how to incorporate fresh florals into your home!
Taco Tuesday! Tacos, Enchiladas, Margaritas + More!
We may be missing our favorite margs at our favorite Mexican spot, but that doesn’t mean we can’t celebrate our favorite weekly holiday at home – Taco Tuesday!
Joules: A Brand for Fun in Any Weather!
As busy moms, we’ve realized well-made clothes are crucial. For one, they simply last longer which saves us time shopping for constant replacements (and can be used as hand-me-downs for future kids—bonus!). But perhaps more importantly, they encourage active play and...
Melissa d’Arabian’s Cinnamon Popovers with Cream Cheese Glaze
This delicious recipe is perfect if you can’t find yeast anymore – it doesn’t need any!
Giving Tuesday: Local Fundraisers + Organizations in the Sound Shore
#GivingTuesday is a global generosity movement. They have launched #givingtuesdaynow to take place today, 5/5/2020 as a global day of unity in response to the unprecedented need caused by COVID-19. The best way for everyone to support this movement is to get involved...
Meet a Mom | Kerry Jacobs, Owner of Manor+Woods Interior Design
Our Meet a Mom this week is Sound Shore native, Kerry Jacobs. Kerry is the owner of Manor+Woods, a home design and staging company with a timeless and refreshing style.
HEIMAT NY: Fruit Liqueurs Handcrafted in the Sound Shore
Handcrafted liqueurs made with fruit from local NY farms, with roots in Germany. Local Delivery available!
Soles4Souls x Zappos creating a social-distancing friendly donation platform!
Does the quarantine have you cleaning out all of your closets to? Here’s where you can donate those gently used items!
Joy Bauer’s Healthy Soft Pretzels!
Celebrate National Pretzel Day with her quick, protein-packed and quarantine-friendly recipe!
Our latest obsession: Removable Wallpaper
Looking for a way to spruce up your house on a budget? Enter, removable wallpaper!
Covid-19, Anxiety + CBD: An Interview with the Co-Founder of Press Pause!
No doubt about it, anxiety and Covid-19 seem to go together like two peas in a pod. Learn more about natural CBD line, Press Pause, and the founder behind it, Dawn Fable.
Where to Purchase Cloth Face Masks Online!
As of April 15th, NY State requires everyone to wear face masks in public where social distancing is not possible, like at grocery stores and in pharmacies. We pulled together a list of places you can find cloth masks online!
Get to know Stokke – and why your baby should too!
We’re thrilled to announce our partnership with Stokke, the Scandinavian brand designing better, safer products that strengthen the bond between babies and parents!