Around Town
Family Vacation & Sleep: How to Deal
How to make sure your vacation (and return) are as rest-free as possible.
After School Care Options for Working Moms & Dads
With the new school year on the horizon, here’s a list of after school care options.
A Conversation with Liz Astrof, author of Don’t Wait Up: Confessions of a Stay at Work Mom!
This veteran TV producer and writer shares tales from her own childhood and how it impacts how she parents her own kids.
Easy Homemade Salmon Fish Sticks, From Prep and Rally!
Prep and Rally, a popular meal plan subscription service, was created by Dini Klein, a CA-based mom of two daughters (with another baby in the way in January!). The chef got her start working in restaurants, then with private clients and finally partnering with…
August Idea: Spend a Day (or Two) in NYC with the Kids
This story originally appeared on Palm Beach Moms—thank you to our sister site for sharing this amazing guide to NYC!
Meet A Mom: Sara Hood
This inspiring mom started life in a Sudan refugee camp—and that was only the first challenge she overcame on her path to health and happiness.
CT Plastic Bag Ban In Effect Today
If you’re heading out to the store today (and it’s not just the grocery store), here’s what you need to know about the plastic bag ban.
Looking For Something to Do This Weekend? Head Up to Litchfield County for The Five Senses Festival
Take a trip up to Litchfield County this weekend and check out the Five Senses Art Festival.
6 Tips on Getting Kids Emotionally Ready for the School Year
How to make their first days back happy & healthy – by preparing now.
ISDIN SI-Nails: Our New Secret Weapon Against Dry, Brittle Nails
Improve your nail health in 14 days with this innovative product from Spanish beauty company ISDIN
Meet a Mom: Pamela Pekerman
This week, we’re highlight a mompreneur that #hustleslikeamom.
Build the Perfect “She Shed”
Thinking of creating a room of your own? Here’s how.
Host to Perfection’s Naked Lime Cake
Planning a summer party? Try this easy (and semi-homemade) recipe from Greenwich based Host to Perfection.
Summer Snacks from Scouted
Shilpa Rosenberry shares her latest finds for you and your family.
Celebrate Newtown This Weekend With Newtown Day
Celebrate Newtown Day on Saturday July 27th. Here’s what you need to know.
The Local Moms Network College Admissions Scandal: Part One
Hear from college admissions experts on the scandal, as well as how competitive admissions is right now.
Meet-a-Mom: Marcelle Tiffany, owner of Whip Salon
Marcelle Tiffany is a Bethel mom of two who just opened Whip Salon Newtown located in Sandy Hook. I got a sneak peak of the new salon space (spoiler – it’s gorgeous) last week and chatted with Marcelle about being a mom in our area, the Whip Salon experience, and the salon’s grand opening & “Hair-Raiser” on 7/20 & 7/21.
Front Door Refresh: How to Invest a Little Bit of Time & Money for a Lasting First Impression
Check out these tips & tricks for refreshing a front door space from local realtors (and moms) Jen Kelley & Lauren Auresto.
Behind Sakara: Meet the Moms Who Started It, & Get Their Sexy Cinnamon Roll Recipe & Discount Code!
Ever hear of Sakara? Click here to read The Local Moms Network interview with the two women who started it all.
Fun & Festive Dessert Idea for Your Summer BBQ’s
These patriotic marshmellows can be enjoyed far beyond the 4th of July. Click here for this easy (and kid friendly) recipe.
