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How to Talk So Little Kids Will Listen
Help your little kids grow into self-reliant big kids who are positively connected to their parents, teachers, siblings and peers. Learn strategies for communicating effectively with the young children in your life.
Hoffman Landscapes Wins National Decade Award
Wilton, CT – Hoffman Landscapes has been selected to receive an Awards of Excellence – Decade Award by the National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP). To qualify for a Decade Award, a property must first be selected...
Coterie Diaper Review, from the Founder of The Local Moms Network!
Layla Lisiewski calls this brand a “game-changer” for busy moms.
Teach your Kids about Black History Month
February is Black History Month. If you’re looking for ways this month (and always) to celebrate Black History and have age appropriate discussions about race and racism, you’ll want to bookmark our latest interview with our psychology contributor, Reon Baird-Feldman, PhD.
Hands On Science at Easton Country Day School
Easton Country Day is a small, independent, coeducational school for students in Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12. Easton Country Day School was founded by educators who wanted the best possible academic and social foundation for their own children, in a learning...
Are You Unwittingly Exposing Your Family to Environmental Toxins?
For the past two years, we have all been spending a great deal of time at home. But if your home harbors mold, lead, poor indoor air quality, exposed asbestos or contaminated water, your family’s health may be impacted.
Mess-Free Arts & Crafts
We love keeping our kids busy with arts and crafts! What we don’t love so much? The mess. Our very own Lindsey Harrison of New Canaan & Darien Moms and Home with the Harrisons (a lifestyle and parenting blog) shares ideas to achieve "Less Mess Arts & Crafts...
Valentine’s Day Spin Art
This Valentine's craft is not only adorable—and a perfect gift for friends or grandparents—it's a ton of fun for kids of all ages. Thank you to Ximena from Create with XnD for sharing this wonderful idea! Valentine's Spinner Art Materials 1. Salad spinner 2. Cut out...
Creating a Romantic Table for Valentine’s Day
Looking for some Valentine’s Day inspiration to set a romantic table? For your Valentine or for any date night dinner, we asked designer Deborah Rhodes for some ideas. Growing up in the South, Deborah was taught from an early age how to set a beautiful table.
Game Day Recipe: BBQ Nachos with Pineapple Salsa!
Photo Credit: Julia Dags; Fleece Sweatshirts: Dudley Stephens Take your Game Day eats up a notch with these crowd-pleasing nachos! "Everyone gets excited when you pull out a warm tray of cheesy nachos!"...
Come & See St. Aloysius Catholic School, Wednesday February 16!
To register for the Open House, visit www.sasncct.org. Or you can email [email protected].
Learn To Irish Dance!
Irish Dance is for everyone! Build lifelong friendships while learning a new skill and having fun. This athletic form of dance is great for learning coordination, discipline and keeping kids engaged with its energetic music.
Valentine’s Day Wine Pairings
Cooking and staying in this Valentine’s Day? Sommelier and dad of two, Greg Rubin, the owner of Horseneck Wines in Greenwich, is sharing his favorite Valentine’s Day wine pairings.
Heart-Shaped Pizza
Try this perfect Valentine’s Day activity for the whole family!
Thinking About Kindergarten?
Prospective parents are invited to take a closer look at a typical day in the life of New Canaan Country School's Kindergarteners. Head of Early Childhood Beth O'Brien will share how academics, arts, music and athletics are deliberately designed for children this...
Binge Worthy TV Shows!
Need a new show to binge-watch? From Netflix, to Hulu, to HBO and now even Apple TV, Westport Moms has rounded up some shows you’ll be sure to love! Click the links to learn more and find your new guilty pleasure, revisit an old classic, or catch up on a series you may have missed!
Spend the Summer on the Water with Camp SoundWaters!
Camp SoundWaters’ core principles of hands-on discovery, adventure, skill building, and working as a team create the ultimate summer experience for your child. Learn more about their summer programs here!
Meet a Mom—Abby Glover
Meet Abby Glover, a local mom who moved here from Austin 11 years ago. As Vice President of Educator's Ally, she works with private schools nationwide to help with their hiring needs. When it comes to down time, you can find her at the New Canaan Library or heading to...
Does the Affair Matter in Divorce?
Carole Topol Orland, Esq. of Broder, Orland, Murray & DeMattie shares how after practicing law for 44 years – much of which has been focused on her matrimonial and divorce practice – rhe number one question she is asked is, “Does the affair matter in divorce?” She shares that It is not a simplistic answer, and some reasons why.
Women & Heart Disease: What You Should Know
As moms, it can seem like we’re always taking care of someone else – children, a partner, aging family members, even pets. As a result, we might put off our yearly physical, or brush it off if we’re not feeling well. But not taking steps to prevent heart...