Tried & True
From Wall Street to Art Galleries: One Mom’s Transition
Meet Katie Ré Scheidt, an abstract artist who traded in finance to focus on her art – and family.
Style Reform: Leggings and Beyond
Meet Christy Teloh, mom of two who decided to make the leggings of her dreams.
Winter Weather Have You & Your Little One(s) Feeling meh?
If you’re feeling the same way, check out a few ideas on how to keep your little one occupied this winter.
How to Organize the Kitchen Pantry of Your Dreams
Pantry organization isn’t a glamorous task, but it can be extremely satisfying. Picture it: All your spices perfectly positioned on a lazy Susan so their labels are legible, dry goods displayed in clear glass containers with beautiful labeling, and all your cooking oils within easy reach. This type of order can save you time—and what mom doesn’t want that?
Preschool/Private School Open House & Registration Information
Thinking about preschool or private school for the 2019/2020 school year? Here’s a list of open houses and registration information for schools in Newtown.
Weekend Round-Up 1/11 – 1/13
Here’s what’s happening this weekend in Newtown, Danbury, and the surrounding towns.
Dressember: Fighting Human Trafficking Through Fashion
This female-lead non-profit is combating a serious topic in a light-hearted way.
Winter Skin Care Tips & Yes, We’re Talking About Sunscreen Too
Does the change of season wreck havoc on your skin? Do you have questions on how best to take care of your skin this winter? Read our latest post for some tips.
What to Add to Your Diet, to Subtract Weight
Register dietician Anne Mauney shares how adding these things to your plate can help you lose weight without feeling deprived.
Ice Rinks in Our Area
What better way to spend some time this winter than out on the rink. Whether you're looking for a fun family skate experience, a place to take lessons, or a ice hockey league, there are several rinks in our area within a short drive this season. And don't forget,...
Weekend Round-Up 1/4 – 1/6
The short week has been quite nice right? Hopefully, you and your family have been able to ease back into the post-holiday routine relatively swiftly and are eagerly awaiting some weekend fun. I'm happy to share the first weekend round up for 2019. Enjoy! On Friday at...
Meet-A-Mom – Dr. Kim Eickhorst
Dr. Kim Eickhorst is a Newtown mom of two and a dermatologist at Dermatology Associates of Western Connecticut. Dr. Eickhorst specializes in Mohs surgery, skin cancer treatment, and cosmetic procedures like Botox, fillers, vein treatments, and laser therapy. Where...
Easy Breakfast Idea: 3 Ingredient Egg Muffins
I know today was the first day back for nearly everyone, and after a week plus school vacation the morning rush gets even more hectic. My daughter heads back to her two’s program tomorrow after nearly two (YES TWO) weeks off.
How to Style a Festive Bar Cart
If you’re hosting a New Year’s Eve party this year, stocking the bar is likely a priority. But in this Instagram age, why not make the cocktail setup as beautiful as it is functional? Your guests will surely appreciate the extra effort, whether or not they’re posting about it or not.
Welcome to the Last Weekend of 2018 (and some New Years Ideas for Kids)
Welcome to the last weekend of 2018! For me, it seems like the holidays have gone by in a flash. It seems like just yesterday we were cleaning up after Thanksgiving….
Traveling with Kids: How to Make it Better for Everyone
If you’re traveling this winter, you might be dreading the part where you tote your tired and bored kids on long stretches through planes, trains and automobiles. To get some tried and true advice, we turned to two people who are more experienced at traveling with a child than anyone else we know, Madison Elizabeth Cornelis and her husband Cees of the gorgeous and inspiring site, Our Vie.
5 Things to Do in NYC this Season
With New York City a short drive from our area, take advantage of that and plan a trip in this holiday season. Here are five things to do this season in the city.
Holiday Stress: How to Beat It
Be happier over the holidays with these smart tips from Judith Zackson, PhD.
An Easy Baked Oatmeal Eggnog Recipe
For many of us, the next few weeks will involve houseguests. A super simple and quick recipe can give you time to enjoy coffee with your guests instead of feeling like a short order cook. We love this baked oatmeal recipe from Kath Younger, RD, of KathEats.
How to Enjoy an Allergy Free Holiday
As someone with severe food allergies to tree nuts, peanuts, and shellfish, I've always felt like Halloween kicks off a somewhat trying time of year that lasts straight through Valentine's Day. This time of year for someone with food allergies can be a bit of a pain...
