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Meet Amy!
Amy Gabriele DiTeodoro is a local mom and facilitator with The Den for Grieving Kids. She is sharing how her own experience with loss has made this such an important role for her, how to get involved and why she loves living in this area.
Mosquito Squad: Helping Fight the Spotted Lanternflies in CT
3 things you should know about the Spotted Lanternfly—and how Mosquito Squad can protect your landscaping (and even your outdoor furniture and car) from their damage.
Indigo Wellness Group: Top 5 Back to School Wellness Tips
Indigo Wellness Group specializes in supporting busy mamas through all aspects of their health and wellness. They are sharing some of their favorite tips to support your new September routine.
Register Now: Kids Helping Kids 5K Walk/Run for Good
This September, Kids Helping Kids kicks off the 12th Annual Health Wellness & Lifestyle Expo on Saturday, September 9 at 8:30 a.m. with the KHK 5K Walk/Run for Good.
Helping Your Child Discover Who They Are in Middle School
Vanessa Landegger, a mom of three from New Canaan, shares her family’s experiences and how St. Lukes helped her kids discover who they are.
2023 Back to School Info!
With classes starting on Wednesday, August 30 and orientation the days leading up to it, we are all scrambling to make sure we’re ready! Check here for some helpful info from Stamford Public Schools!
Meet Jennifer!
Jennifer is a Stamford mom and was recently named Relationship Manager at Puroclean of Wilton | Ridgefield. Learn more about the family business, what she’s most looking forward to in her new role and her favorite family activities in Stamford!
Back to School, Back to You!
Have a child starting preschool or kindergarten and the prospect of time on your own may begin to spark questions about who you have become as a mother, how your identity has shifted, what you want to remain connected to, and how you want to evolve in your next chapter. Get tips from Jessica Hill with the Parent Collective.
5 Low Mess to No Mess Art Activities for Toddlers & Preschoolers
Our friend Allie Espinal with Scribble Dabble Creative Studio is sharing 5 low to no mess art activities that both you and your child will love… especially during the last couple of weeks before school starts!
Connecticut’s 2023 Sales Tax-Free Week Begins August 20!
Connecticut will have Sales Tax-Free Week beginning Sunday, August 20, 2023 until Saturday, August 26, 2023.
6 Ways to Raise Children with a Growth Mindset
Ever worry about your child’s desire to learn? Are you concerned that they do not feel as smart as other kids, but do not know how to change this outlook? A positive attitude can help them reshape their perspective on learning and what it means to achieve a goal. For years, researchers have looked into the effects of a “growth mindset,” where children focus on learning from their failures rather than worrying about being judged by them. We spoke to the experts at Connecticut Children’s to learn more about SIX ways to develop a child’s Growth Mindset to make them even more successful in life!
Choosing the Perfect Snack for Your Child’s Lunchbox!
If you’re looking for quick get-us-out-the-door options that both taste good and are good for our kids’ growing bodies and brains, The Local Moms Network contributor, Registered Dietitian Stefani Sassos, Director of the Good Housekeeping Nutrition Institute shares her go-to’s!
Creative Ways to Make S’Mores This Summer!
S’mores make the perfect summer treat for both kids and adults! Check out 3 options for fun versions of the summer dessert!
Recipe: Marinated Mediterranean Chicken!
This Marinated Mediterranean Chicken recipe is a great one for a simple weeknight meal!
How to Find a Qualified Nanny!
Are you in search of childcare for your new baby, or school-age children? Let us help you find a trustworthy, responsible, and highly qualified nanny. Boston Baby Nurse & Nanny, serving Connecticut, Massachusetts, Southern New Hampshire and Rhode Island, stands by your side throughout the search, during placement and after.
Tips for a Smooth Transition from Sleep Away Camp!
Dr. Baird-Feldman shares four ways to reconsider how you face your child’s homecoming from sleep away camp, to make the transition a smooth one!
Tech Free Options for Fun In August!
Check out this awesome list of 30 tech-free activities to keep the kids entertained and away from the iPad and TV (we added a few of our favorites too)!
How To: Build Your Own Taco Board!
a taco board like this one from Maegan, the mom behind The BakerMama is an awesome option for family meals!
Stamford Downtown Celebrates Summer Restaurant Weeks!
32 Stamford Downtown restaurants join together to participate in this 2-week event beginning August 14.
Meet Monica!
Monica is the Stamford Moms behind the healthy meal delivery company, 5 Squares!
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