Momsgiving: A New Tradition by Megan Palmer
Megan Palmer Rivera, executive chef at Palmer’s Market in Darien, clearly knows a thing or two about preparing a perfect holiday feast. After all, area families rely on her to make their Thanksgiving, Christmas and other festive meals special,...
Orange is the New Black’s Star, Laura Prepon Shares Her Life As a Mom
Actress and director Laura Prepon has played plenty of memorable roles in her life—feminist teenager Donna Pinciotti on That ‘70s Show and prison inmate Alex Vause on Orange Is the New Black both come to mind—but her newest one is mom to 1-year-old Ella,...
Our Favorite Local Photographers
“They’re growing up too fast!” says every mom everywhere. Photography is the perfect way to capture our kids and our lives at precious moments, sizes, and personalities. Take advantage of the amazing local talent we have in town and nearby! ...
Seasonal Events In and Around Town 2018
November and December are such busy (and fun) months. Here are some events in our area (and some a bit beyond) that are sure to get you in the spirit!! Santa Storytime at Yale Bookstore Santa is making special trips to the Yale Bookstore every Saturday in December....
Butternut Squash Macaroni & Cheese from Anna Gass
Once cold weather months are upon us, we begin craving the dishes that keep us warm and stick to our ribs. One fall favorite for my family is good old fashion, macaroni and cheese. It’s filling, super comforting and meal my kids always request. Because...
How to Travel With Kids
As the holidays are approaching, your family may be planning to travel. Whether it’s a trip to see family or a getaway somewhere you have never been, here are some tips and tricks to make your time as stress free as possible!
Using Vital Proteins? Recipes for you!
Vital Proteins Collagen contains 18 amino-acids, including 8 out of 9 essential amino-acids. It is characterized by the predominance of glycine, proline and hydroxyproline, which represent about 50% of the total amino-acid content. Glycine and proline...
Meet Carissa: Co-Founder of Wolf + Friends
Wolf + Friends is a free app made for—and by—moms raising kids with special needs, from developmental delays to autism. Download it on iTunes today, and read on for an interview with one of the founders! How did the idea come up to start Wolf &...
You’ve Been Booed!
One of the latest and greatest Halloween traditions is BOO-ING friends! Now we have some cute signs to go along with it! Let’s make the most of October and have some Halloween fun! This is a simple way to let your friends or neighbors know you are thinking...
Meet Stacey-Creative Director and Founder of Pink Chicken
Our Hamptons Mom, Enid O'Brien, had the chance to interview the incredibly talented, Creative Director & Founder of Pink Chicken, Stacey Fraser. Stacey founded Pink Chicken 12 years ago after working in design for over 15 years at places like The Gap,...
Maddie Rae’s Slime Bash 2 and Giveaway!
Are your kids obsessed with slime? Meet Maddie Rae Greenspan, a 13 year old entrepreneur from Fairfield who turned her slime hobby into a Guiness Book World Record, a thriving business, and the world’s first slime convention; Slime Bash! Madison has teamed up with Hollywood to bring you Slime Bash 2 at Mohegan Sun October 27th and 28th, and you could win tickets to this sold out event! Find out how!
How to Talk with Your Child About Emergency Response Drills in School
If you are like me, your children are coming home on the regular telling you about their lockdown drill at school. Here is some advice from Allyson Maida, LCSW, I found very helpful to take the guesswork out of how to navigate an important conversation.
3 Steps to Getting Dinner on the Table Fast
Debra Ponzek knows something about trying to get dinner on the table after a busy day. Not only is she a successful chef—she and her husband Greg own four popular Aux Délices cafes in Fairfield County, CT, as well as an in-demand catering business and...
October Events Guide
Happy October! To help you get the most out of all the pumpkin and Halloween season festivities happening in our area, I put together a list of some of my favorite events! Grab the family and have some fun!!
Meditation 101
Have you ever wondered about meditation? Learning how to unplug, recharge, and listen to yourself is more important than ever with all the distractions we face in our everyday lives. Learn the basics from Lori Bonazzoli, owner of Balanced Yoga in New Haven. She has been steeped in the practice of Asana and Meditation since ’98.
Meet Judi
Meet Judi! As a local resident and business owner, she has been Glamming the community up for as long as I can remember! Not only is she committed to outside beauty, her philanthropic contributions to many local causes make her insides pretty beautiful, as well!
Preparing Children to Begin the School Year
Whether your child is excited to return to school or nervous about their first day back, parents can help their children be well-prepared to begin the school year.
Are your children safe in your pool this year?
Summer is right around the corner, and If you have a pool, your utmost concern should be pool safety for your children and their friends. Pool Guard Texas provides security fences that are not an eyesore, and sure to please the most discerning homeowner.
