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Parenting During the Pandemic: Easy as ABC?

Parenting During the Pandemic: Easy as ABC?

This essay was contributed by Rachel Perks, PhD, mom of one and author of The Little A-Z: A Companion for First-Time Mothers and Their Partners  “You Got This” “We are in this together.” “Stay the course.” These days it is easy to mistake ourselves for extras in a...

Strawberry Fields Cocktail from Camp Cocktails!

Strawberry Fields Cocktail from Camp Cocktails!

This summer has certainly been an “outdoor” one, and we hope to keep that trend going well into fall. That’s one of the reasons why we love food and drink writer Emily Vikre’s new book,  Camp Cocktails: Easy, Fun and Delicious Drinks for the Great Outdoors, which is...

This Isn’t A New “Normal”

This Isn’t A New “Normal”

​   None of the past few months makes much sense, and if you’re like us, you’re getting pretty darn tired. And not the kind of tired a solid 8 hours can fix (even though yes, that would be lovely anyway). It just isn’t normal to…. …Take on more than we ever have,...

Meet the Moms Behind Jersey City Moms!

Meet the Moms Behind Jersey City Moms!

Jess Kress This week’s Meet a Mom interview is actually two moms—the lovely pair behind Jersey City Moms, one of the sites that make up The Local Moms Network. We spoke to Alicia Bolton and Jessica (Jess) Kress about joining our team, their family lives in Jersey City...

Meet a Mom: Megan Hughey of Frisco Area Moms!

Meet a Mom: Megan Hughey of Frisco Area Moms!

Megan Hughey of Frisco Area Moms, one of the Texas branches of The Local Moms Network, is this week’s Meet a Mom! This mother of two lives in the Prosper area, but her site also covers the towns of Frisco, McKinney, Plano and Celina—all vibrant North Dallas suburbs...

Meet a Mom: Nutritionist Nathalie Rhone!

Meet a Mom: Nutritionist Nathalie Rhone!

Fall always seems like a bit of a reset, in our opinion. It’s a time to refocus on our goals, whether they be personal or professional. Although this year back-to-school is looking a lot different than in year’s past, we know it’s more important than ever to...

5 Ways to Get Kids to Wear Masks

5 Ways to Get Kids to Wear Masks

With many schools requiring kids to wear masks, teaching kids to keep their mask on is going hand in hand with teaching ABCs and geometry. Help your child’s teacher by encouraging your kids with these easy tips! Practice During Screen TimeWe’ve hearing this tip giving...

Meet a Mom: Kristen Kelly!

Meet a Mom: Kristen Kelly!

    This story originally appeared on Hyde Park Moms.    This week's Meet a Mom is Kristen Kelly! This talented mom of two is a contributor to both People and Parents magazines, with a focus on topics that are important to all of us these days, like...

Meet a Mom: Chef Alex Guarnaschelli!

Meet a Mom: Chef Alex Guarnaschelli!

You may know Chef Alex Guarnaschelli from her frequent Food Network television appearances, including as a regular judge on Chopped and as an Iron Chef champion. She is also the chef/owner of two critically acclaimed NYC-based  restaurants, Butter and The Darby, and...

Zohr: The Tire Shop That Comes To You

Zohr: The Tire Shop That Comes To You

Zohr is the tire shop that comes to you. Founded by two brothers with a passion for high performance cars, Zohr’s on-location tire service keeps vehicles moving safer. With the click of a button, you can simply choose from a large catalog of tires for any passenger or light-truck vehicle, and book a service appointment.

Pinstripes Welcomes Back Everyone, Safely!

Pinstripes Welcomes Back Everyone, Safely!

Pinstripes has reimagined their venues to comply with all safety standards and provide a safe and fun visit experience. Their new bowling and bocce concierge services ensure a fun gaming experience, and their large patios and indoor venues provide worry-free dining....

Enter The Pinstripes Art Contest!

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!

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

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!

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

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...

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