Mom Life
HQHT: Helping New Moms Treat Mastitis Effectively & Conveniently
by Caryn McAllister, PT, DPT / President & CEO of High Quality Home TherapyPlanning to nurse? Health experts agree that breastfeeding is the healthiest option for both mom and baby. Most healthcare experts recommend nursing for the first 6 months of the baby's...
How To Identify & Treat Pediatric Migraines
We often hear about migraines in adults, but we rarely hear about what they look like in children. According to the New England Institute for Neurology and Headache (NEINH) in Stamford, between four-percent and eight-percent of children will experience a headache...
Preschoolers & Screen Time: A New Study
We all know that less screen time is better for kids. And the current recommendations are clear, from the American Academy of Pediatrics: for kids under 18 months, screen time should be limited to video chatting, while for kids 2 to 5, it should be kept to 1 hour per...
4 Childcare Personalities You’ll Find in Suburbia
“Every town has its own childcare ‘personality,’” says Suburban Jungle Strategist Alli Levine. “Kids may go from preschool to extended care. Parents may pick up from school every day. In other towns, driving nannies take kids from parks and playdates to...
Getting In Shape Down There After Childbirth
by Caryn McAllister, PT, DPT / President & CEO of High Quality Home TherapyAfter giving birth, your new bundle will naturally be your top priority. But as they say on airplanes, you need to put your oxygen mask on first. It’s vital to consider your own postpartum...
CBD & Anxiety: One Mom's Story
Recently, we showcased the moms behind Press Pause, a female-focused CBD company. We also asked the passionate ladies who started the brand to dispel some myths about CBD—including the stigma and misconceptions around CBD. This week, co-founder Dawn Fable shares with...
Meet the Neurosurgeon Mom Behind Cerebelly!
This week’s meet-a-mom is Teresa Purzner, the accomplished mom of three who recently launched Cerebelly, an amazing new baby food brand. When she couldn’t find a product that was both convenient and had the nutrition she was looking for, she developed her own, which...
Meet a Mom: Katie Cullinane
Introducing Katie Cullinane…our latest Meet a Mom. This mother of three calls Darien home,and she loves having 23 extended family member in town! When not taking care of Johnny (7),Nora (5) and Alice (2), she is busy working in Greenwich as Director of...
Hamptons Fall Weekend Suggestions
Need an idea for a last-minute weekend getaway, with or without kids? Consider the Hamptons. Fall is the perfect time to visit, according to Enid O’Brien, the mom behind Hamptons Moms. “There’s no traffic and the weather is incredible…it’s truly the best...
School Lunch Finds from Scouted Food!
This content was provided by Shilpa Rosenberry, founder of Scouted and a regular contributor for The Local Moms Network. Scouted is a New Canaan, CT-based social network designed to cut through the clutter on grocery store shelves. Basically, Shilpa’s site...
Cozy up to Fall Fires & Outdoor Living with Hoffman Landscapes
Hoffman Landscapes Designs Backyards for All Seasons With crisp weather moving in, it’s time to enjoy fire pit season! The trend for outdoor kitchens and bars is on the rise, as savvy home owners are making their backyards as comfortable as their living...
Christina Geist on Sorry Grownups, You Can’t Go to School!
A few months ago, we spoke to news anchor Willie Geist and his wife Christina about their busy family life with two working parents, their happy marriage, and more. Christina mentioned her upcoming book, Sorry Grownups, You Can’t Go to School!, and now...