Just when you thought you could put away the bug spray and stop doing daily tick checks, it turns out that tick season doesn’t actually end when the weather gets cooler. With rising temperatures extending warm weather well into fall, ticks are staying active...
**Note: This article was published in July 2025 and was updated on August 11, 2025 to remove outdated timeframe references. Over the past few years, electric bikes (e-bikes) have exploded in popularity among kids and teens. But with that rise has come a sharp increase...
On Sunday, October 19 from 1130AM-330PM, Hopkins School will hold its 2025 fall Open House. Prospective families will have the chance to: -Hear from the Head of School, Matt Glendinning – Take a student-led tour of campus – Connect with faculty, coaches,...
All aboard for holiday magic! The Holiday Wish Express is rolling back into Stamford this season for the fourth year, transforming 22,000 square feet at Stamford Town Center into New England’s most spectacular indoor holiday attraction and interactive experience....
Summer should be about creating magical moments in your own backyard—watching your kids chase fireflies, hosting BBQs, or simply enjoying morning coffee on the porch. But this season, protecting your outdoor spaces from pests has become more essential than ever....
Ah, summer—the time when our active kids jump right in the water for lots of swimming.Then, ouch. Or, double ouch. Sometime later, the ear pain sets in, maybe with some other unpleasant symptoms (more on that below)… Connecticut Children’s ear, nose and...
Spicy Watermelon Cojito Cheese White Balsamic Salad Get ready for a taste sensation that combines sweet, juicy watermelon with a spicy kick and a burst of refreshing flavors. Our Spicy Watermelon Cojito Cheese White Balsamic Salad is a delightful twist on the classic...
With so many baby products on the market, how do you decide what you actually need for your little one? Introducing the Local Moms Network Baby Guide – a trustworthy resource created by experienced moms, for moms. Whether you’re a first-time parent or a...
The weather is warming up, families are heading back outside, and the time is now to get ahead of ticks, mosquitoes and other backyard pests. Families are trying to enjoy the sun and fresh air after being cooped up all winter, but guess what? In addition to people,...
Meet-A-Doctor, Dr. Alex Afshar, Founder and President of Vein Institute. Since opening the doors in 2008 in Newtown, Vein Institute now offers services in Milford, Shelton, & Fairfield as well. Working with both women & men, the team provides patients with the...
