Around Town

This simple solution will help you better organize your kids’ art projects and school work.

36 Hours at Sesame Place: Here’s What We Did

Sunny days…You know how it goes. Check out how we spent our time at Sesame Place!

Meet a Mom: Andrea Saunders, Owner of Crave Custom Cakes

Meet Andrea Saunders, Newtown mom of 4 and the baker behind Crave Custom Cakes & Cookies. Her desserts not only look amazing, but taste delicious. They're so good, you're guaranteed to CRAVE them. Where are you originally from and how long have you...

Father’s Day Gift Guide!

Search no further for the perfect Father’s Day gift.

Sunscreen for Kids: What Ingredients are Safe & What to Avoid

The Local Moms Network recently sat down with Dr. Sara Perkins to ask all our sun safety questions.

The Local Moms Network Summer Reading Guide for Kids

We’ve rounded up some of our favorite children’s books, curated by moms across The Local Moms Network.

Toby Lightman: A Musician and Mom with a New Album—and Outlook

This singer-songwriter toured with Train & Rob Thomas, but her struggle with infertility lead her leave her record label and pursue her career on her own terms.

Meet-a-Mom: Lisa Yu, Author of the My Parent’s Job Series

Meet Lisa Yu, a Newtown mom of two who has just published her first children’s book.

Crave Custom Cakes & Cookies is THE Dessert Solution to all Your Summer Party Planning Needs

Click here to learn more about this mom-owned & Newtown based business.

Lake Bell On Her New Movie, Saying No to Helicopter Parenting & More!

The Local Moms Network recently sat down with Lake Bell, star of The Secret Life of Pets 2, out on 6/7.

Newtown’s Plastic Bag Ban – Public Hearing 6/5

Several towns & cities have already banned the use of plastic bags, with Newtown considering a move to do the same. So what exactly, does this mean for residents and anyone who shops in Newtown? A public hearing is set for Wednesday June 5th at 7PM in the...

The Local Moms Network Summer Reading Guide

Some of our favorite reads for the summer curated by The Local Moms Network.

Summer Farmers Market Round-Up

Around Town, Wellness

Warmer temps mean farmers markets, farm stands, and CSA. Click here for a list of a few local spots.

Improving Our Health Through Our Relationships: A Community Conversation

Around Town, Wellness

I'm honored to be moderating an upcoming panel at Edmond Town Hall on Friday June 28th at 6:30PM. One of the things I liked best about my past life in consumer packaged goods marketing was the thrill of a presentation. Whether it be a big annual sales...

High Quality Home Therapy: Helping You Navigate the Insurance Maze & Achieve Your Rehab Goals!

At High Quality Home Therapy, rehab specialists such as physical, occupational and speech therapists utilize a holistic neurological approach to look at each individual and evaluate strengths and deficits, create goals and plan of action and incorporate strategies to improve functioning, utilizing superpower therapy techniques to get results!

Memorial Day Idea: Hot Dog Bar

Around Town, Recipes

Looking for a last minute idea? Try this cute & easy hot dog bar.

6 Mistakes Most Toddler Parents Make

The advice, straight from Dr. Harvey Karp, that can make your toddler (and home) happier today.

Meet-a-Mom: Marissa Bishop

Marissa Bishop, a Southbury mom of 1, is on a mission to raise awareness and funds to support research in finding a cure for Cdkl5 Deficiency Disorder. Her son Gregory, age 3 was diagnosed with this neurodevelopmental disease. Read today’s interview to learn about Cdkl5, an upcoming 5K in our area to support research, and Gregory’s upcoming June art exhibit.

Are You Ready for Summer? Be Prepared with these Sunscreen and Sun Protection Brands

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month and sun protection has become a big topic in our house. Like many young (and might I add irresponsible) teenagers, I used a tanning bed from time to time during college and in my early twenties. This was despite my 100% Irish, blue...

Karolina Kurkova: Supermodel Mama-Turned Entrepreneur