Mother’s Day approaches rapidly! Amongst the minefield of targeted ads and sip-and-shop brunches, trying to just have a nice relaxing day can quickly become overwhelming and even stressful. There is something almost sinister about the capitalistic pressure to...
Fun-Filled Adventures: Enjoying the Beach with Young Kids During Chilly Spring Days When the weather starts to warm up, and the beaches beckon, it’s time to plan some exciting adventures with your little ones. While spring may bring cooler temperatures, it...
Sometimes our homes simply do not offer enough storage. Or perhaps there is an odd space, like a small bedroom not being utilized. The charge to turn an unused bedroom into a dream closet is a request the Closet Factory continues to hear from clients across Fairfield...
This week’s meet a mom interview is with Milford’s Adrianna Linkstrom (Robles), who owns and operates Good Morning Cupcake out of Milford, CT. What drew you to your current vocation? I began decorating cupcakes in high school as a way to help attract more...
This week’s Meet a Mom interview is with Milford’s Sarah Barrett! She holds the official title of Miss Milford USA, and was just recently awarded 1st Runner Up at Miss Connecticut USA! Sarah is an NFL Cheerleader and coaches Track & Field. She...
Spring has finally sprung, and that means plenty of outdoor family time after being cooped up all winter! The only issue? As families return to their yards, so do pests like mosquitos and ticks. To prevent these harmful insects from ruining your season, homeowners are...
Holiday Hill Day Camp is located in Prospect, CT and has over 50 bus stops in 35 towns! Camp will run June 26 – August 18, 2023 (1 to 8-week sessions) with no camp on July 4. Before care is 9 a.m. – 9 a.m. and after care is 4 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Regular camp...
The power of positive thinking is real. That also means that hearing our negative self-talk can create a negative attitude. To help us reframe our initial thoughts when things go wrong, psychologist and The Local Moms Network contributor Reon Baird-Feldman, Ph.D.,...
Psychologist Dr. Tracy Brenner, “The Camp Counselor,” is working with Maine Camp Experience on the topic of mental health in a camp-related context. She is incredibly excited to support camps, campers, camp staff, and parents to promote social emotional development,...
This recipe was contributed by South OC Moms Network. CHRISTMAS FUDGE THAT CAN’T BE BEAT! Ingredients: 1 jar Kraft Marshmallow Creme3 cups sugar1 1/2 sticks butter or margarine5 oz evaporated milk can1 tsp vanilla12 oz semi-sweet chocolate pieces Festive...
