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Take Dinner Off Your Plate This Week: Local Meal Prep Made Easy
Take the stress out of dinner with fresh, ready-to-go meals from The Local Gourmet. Order online, pick up locally, and enjoy $10 off with a special Newtown Moms code.
5 Ways I Help Parents Keep their Kids Safe – from a Pediatric ER Doctor
Read our interview with Rabia Malik, MD, a Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital pediatric emergency specialist who sees patients at Greenwich Hospital’s pediatric emergency department. She is an assistant professor of Pediatric Emergency Medicine at Yale School of Medicine.
Mosquito Squad Plus
Get your backyard ready for spring with these smart tips from the pros at Mosquito Squad.
Tomato Soup & Grilled Cheese
Winter may feel endless but this recipe from Alston and Leigh, the moms behind Habitual Hostess, is the perfect remedy for the cold weather blues. Packed with protein and fiber, it comes together quickly. If you're in a rush, skip the garlic confit and use half the...
Cozy Sets: 7 Dopamine Dressing Picks To Get You Through Winter
Cozy sets are a mom style staple for a reason – you can look effortlessly pulled together, fast. Plus, these soft, comforting fabrics are dopamine dressing at their finest. A step up from regular sweats, and a lot more hygge than leggings (or jeans – no thanks!).
Meet The Well: Where Root-Cause Care Begins With Being Heard
If you’ve ever been told your labs are “normal” but you still don’t feel like yourself, you’re not alone. Founded by board-certified Nurse Anesthetist and Functional Medicine provider Courtney McGuigan, The Well offers a personalized, root-cause approach to wellness and beginning with an unrushed Initial Consultation and extending into thoughtful, evidence-based care designed for real life.
The Local Moms Network (Realistic) Guide to No-Spend January
December somehow turns into a 31-day spending marathon — festive outfits, endless kid events, and those last-minute “even it out” gifts we swear we’re done buying. Then January hits… along with the credit card bill. Enter No-Spend January — a social trend we actually want to believe in. While extreme spending freezes aren’t exactly realistic for moms running households, a mindful reset is possible. We’re breaking down a realistic, mom-approved guide to No-Spend January — no guilt, no extremes, just smarter habits. Swipe for tips and head to the link in bio to read more.
Snow Days Ahead? Crafts & Recipes to Beat the Boredom!
Looking for some creative crafts that are easy and fun to do to entertain the kiddos when the weatherman predicts a snow day? Look no further than these adorable craft ideas and tasty recipes that are sure to occupy your kids’ minds and bellies. Read on for the quick and simple how-to’s that will delight your house full of stir-crazy kids!
Local Moms Network and The College Corner’s 2026 College Prep Guide presented by Gorilla Grip
Local Moms Network and The College Corner's 2026 College Prep Guide presented by Gorilla Grip College prep has changed a lot since we were applying. “Between online applications, the huge increase in students applying, and the ripple effects of COVID, it’s a...
A Mom-Friendly January Reset: Healthy Meals Without the Cooking Stress
From simple online ordering to easy Newtown pickup, Local Gourmet takes the stress out of weeknight dinners with fresh, chef-prepared meals made for real life.
Swimming Season Never Stops
Discover Live2Swim Brookfield, a new children’s swim school offering warm-water lessons, small classes, and caring instructors focused on safety, confidence, and fun in the water.
Realistic Wellness for Moms: Small Changes That Actually Help
Self-care doesn’t need to be daily routines or big changes. For moms, wellness can be as simple as quiet time before the kids wake up, a walk with a friend, or giving yourself permission to rest.
New Years Eve at Home
Skip the crowds and celebrate with cozy, low-key fun at home. From simple snacks to family-friendly countdowns, it’s an easy way to ring in the New Year—no late night required.
Fun Things to Do With Kids During Holiday Break
School break is here! Discover fun, local activities to keep kids entertained. From ice skating and trampolines to slime labs, museums, and movies.
Holiday Traditions
It’s sort of ironic - this is supposed to be the time of year you’re making memories and soaking up quality time, but you’re running around like a reindeer with its head cut off trying to get gifts for everyone from your kids to teachers (and yes, sometimes yourself),...
ACES International Preschool & Childcare Center
A safe, nurturing preschool and childcare center in Newtown for infants through age 5, ACES International focuses on play-based learning, multicultural education, and early childhood development.
5 Ways to Give Back with Your Kids This Holiday Season
Looking for ways to give back this holiday season? Here are the local toy drives, donation drop-offs, and community programs helping families right here at home.
Holiday Guide 2025
Find all the best Santa events happening across our local towns — from festive breakfasts to magical photo ops. Hosting an event?
A Year of Growth for OrthoConnecticut Coastal Orthopedics
We are proud to share that this year, OrthoConnecticut Coastal Orthopedics has experienced meaningful growth in both our team and our offerings. We welcomed three highly skilled orthopedic specialists, who are dedicated to providing the exceptional care you deserve, and are set to relocate our Norwalk office to Wilton, CT in December 2025. As we reflect on a year of expansion and prepare for what’s ahead, we’re incredibly grateful to serve this community and can’t wait to continue this journey in the new year.
Elf on the Shelf: 5 Easy Tips to Make It Less Stressful
It’s the most magical time of year, and your Elf on the Shelf is here to help your family count down to Christmas.
