Enter The Pinstripes Art Contest!
Pinstripes is inviting children up to the age of 12 to create a personal work of art that describes their favorite thing about coming to Pinstripes with their family or friends. For information on how to join the contest, check it out here!
Kids Literacy Tips to Try!
This story was originally published by New Canaan & Daren Moms. Every child development expert we've spoken to over the past few weeks, from teachers to pediatricians, has said that keeping kids reading (and reading to younger kids) is one of, if not the most,...
Parenting A Special Needs Child During Quarantine
Sara Hood has met many challenges over the course of her life. Born into a Sudanese refugee camp, she recovered from a heart attack at age 23 after the birth of her first child, Josiah, with NFL player Ziggy Hood. Now 9, Josiah has autism, and she is a fierce advocate...
How to Do A Manicure at Home: Tips from Eva Amurri!
This story was shared by Eva Amurri and originally appeared on Happily Eva After. SUPPLIES… Nail Polish Remover Cotton Balls Nail File Acetone-Based Lacquer Remover (only if you have gel on your nails) Aluminum Foil (only if you have gel on your nails) Nail...
7 Tips for Pediatric Telemedicine Appointments
One of the many new experiences we’ve had during quarantine (aside from cutting our spouse’s hair and homeschooling our kids...) is telemedicine visits. In many ways, telemedicine is incredibly convenient, particularly with kids—you don’t have to wrangle littles ones...
Sangria Two Ways!
Cheers to us, Moms! Today we are sharing two fruit-infused sangria cocktails (easily made into a mocktail for anyone not drinking by skipping the wine) from expert mixologist Kim Haasarud of Liquid Architecture and author of the 101 Cocktail book series, including...
Easy Weeknight Mexican Recipes!
Photo courtesy of Half Baked Harvest We may be missing our favorite margs at our favorite Mexican spot, but that doesn’t mean we can’t celebrate our favorite foodie holiday at home! We’ve rounded up some...
On the Front Lines: An ER Doc & Mom Shares What It’s Really Like
As we navigate self-quarantining and social distancing with kids, we can’t help but think of the moms on the front lines of this COVID-19 crisis. Many of us find ourselves at the end of our ropes by about 3 o’clock for reasons ranging from toddler tantrums to tween...
Brighten Your Home with Flowers!
This story was contributed by Greenwich, CT-based entertaining experts Host to Perfection. Quarantine hasn't been easy for anybody; when you are secluded in your home with only your immediate family members, it can definitely take an emotional toll on all of...
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...
QuadJobs: Getting Help During & After Quarantine!
Anyone else need help now with groceries, tutoring during homeschooling or other errands? Or are you planning on hiring some extra hands *as-soon-as-possible* post-quarantine for babysitting and other household tasks? Previously, we’ve shared about one of our...
Easy Cinco de Mayo Recipes!
Happy Cinco de Mayo everyone! We may be missing our favorite margs at our favorite Mexican spot, but that doesn’t mean we can’t celebrate our favorite foodie holiday at home! We’ve rounded up some yummy taco, enchilada, veggie sides, guac, dessert—and yes,...
Soles4Souls – Clean Out Your Closet for Earth Day!
Anyone else cleaning out their closet during this time (or planning on doing it as soon as the kids are back at school – ha!)? In honor of Earth Day, we wanted to share a company that is helping you do just that, while providing shoes for those in need, and offering a...
Puppy Pandemic: Families Who Recently Added Furry Friends
Have you heard the term “pandemic puppy?” Well, it’s probably the cutest phenomenon to come out of this Covid-19 crisis. Across the country, families in quarantine are jumping into the puppy pool, taking their extra time as a family to bring home a furry friend. It’s...
Where To Buy Facemasks Online
This story was originally published on Stamford Moms. The CDC has recommended that in instances where social distancing is impossible, people over the age of 2 wear non-medical masks, saying this is meant to slow the spread of the virus, and help people who may have...
My Covid-19 Diagnosis: What One Recovering Mom Wants You To Know
Caitlin Houston is the blogger behind the self-titled Caitlin Houston Blog, which covers topics like Home, Motherhood, Fashion and Travel. Recently, though, the Wallingford, Connecticut mother of two (daughter Annabelle is 6 and Ailey is 3) shared her Covid-19...
Karolina Kurkova on Quarantining with Kids, Growing a Small Business During Covid-19 and More!
To read our Meet a Mom with Karolina Kurkova, click here. Like many of us, Karolina Kurkova is spending more time than ever with her two kids, while practicing social distancing at her Miami home. At the same time, the supermodel is working hard on her...
Jelly Bean Bracelet Craft Idea!
Have leftover jelly beans from Easter? Make these adorable jelly bean bracelets from South Orange County Moms! The children can line up their jelly bean designs and then crafty parents can handle the needle and thread. Enjoy! Ingredients: Jelly Beans Sewing...
Laura Prepon on Her New Book, New Baby and Quarantining with a Toddler
Like many of us, Laura Prepon is currently quarantining (at her New York City home) with her husband and kids—in her case, a newborn son and a toddler daughter. But before she entered into this new temporary reality, she had an already full plate, with her second book...
Taking Education from Good to Great | Houston Christian High School
The story behind why one family chose Houston Christian High School.
