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Meet A Mom: Ashley Prymas and Janet Little of The Little Plucky

Meet A Mom: Ashley Prymas and Janet Little of The Little Plucky

Meet local moms Ashley Prymas and Janet Little, founders of The Little Plucky in New Canaan. These two friends and avid art enthusiasts had a dream of owning a store filled with sophisticated, whimsical and everything in between art and decor sourced globally and locally

Saving Me Right Now: Newborn Essentials for Baby #2

Saving Me Right Now: Newborn Essentials for Baby #2

Bringing home our second baby has been beautiful and a little overwhelming. With a newborn in one arm and a 7 year old in the other (figuratively…most of the time), the days blur together. I’m constantly balancing sweet newborn snuggles while making sure my older...

Russian School of Mathematics (RSM) Opening New Location in Greenwich!

Russian School of Mathematics (RSM) Opening New Location in Greenwich!

Russian School of Mathematics (RSM) is opening a new branch in Greenwich this September. It’s the fourth branch in the region including Stamford, Rocky Hill, and Avon. RSM is an award-winning, after school math enrichment program that has been trusted by parents in North America for over 25 years.

Jelly Bean Bracelet

Jelly Bean Bracelet

Have leftover jelly beans from Easter? Make these adorable jelly bean bracelets from South Orange County Moms! The children can line up their jelly bean designs and then crafty parents can handle the needle and thread. Enjoy!     Ingredients: Jelly Beans Sewing...

Easter Decor and Tablescape

Easter Decor and Tablescape

Easter is around the corner, and whether you’re hosting extended family or just creating an intimate brunch for your crew, there are easy ways to make it feel special. Below, the talented duo behind Host to Perfection share four tips to try. Remember: Less is More...

Cinnamon Roll Bunnies

Cinnamon Roll Bunnies

These Cinnamon Roll Easter Bunnies from Maegan, the talented mom behind The BakerMama, will do double duty as a fun holiday activity and a delicious Easter breakfast. And while you can certainly make your rolls from scratch, Maegan says store bought are perfectly...

Leah Koenig’s Spring Veggie Matzo Lasagna!

Leah Koenig’s Spring Veggie Matzo Lasagna!

Leah Koenig is a Brooklyn, NY-based mom of two and cookbook author—her latest, The Jewish Cookbook, was published by Phaidon in 2019. She’s known as an authority on modern Jewish cooking, so just in time for Passover, we asked her to share one of her favorite holiday...

Meet a Mom: Singer, Songwriter & Author Christina Perri!

Meet a Mom: Singer, Songwriter & Author Christina Perri!

  Christina Perri’s name is synonymous with the iconic love song A Thousand Years. The hit, originally written for the Twilight movie series, turned the singer-songwriter into a multi-platinum artist. Fans of the films started playing A Thousand Years as their...

Sprinkle Matzah Toffee

Sprinkle Matzah Toffee

    As far as matzah-based desserts go, variations on matzah toffee are one of the most popular. This version, shared by Shannon Sarna, author of Modern Jewish Baking: Challah, Babka, Bagels & More, is made effortlessly festive by the addition of rainbow...

Passover Recipe Roundup!

Passover Recipe Roundup!

  Need some inspiration for your Passover menu? We've rounded up a few recipes from some of our favorites. Below, find traditional dishes (brisket, matzo ball soup) and some new twists on classic flavors (vegetarian matzo lasagna...and Manischewitz Jello...

AI is Here to Stay. 4 Things Parents of Teens Should Know

AI is Here to Stay. 4 Things Parents of Teens Should Know

In today’s digital age, teenagers are growing up in a world where artificial intelligence (AI) is part of every-day life. From virtual assistants like Siri and Alexa to “recommendations” on social media platforms and ChatGPT prompts, AI is shaping how teens think about technology and absorb information all around them. There are pros and cons to this—and some mental health considerations, too. Connecticut Chil-dren’s Pediatric Psychologist, Preeti Sandhu, PsyD, shares her expertise.

Why Sleepaway Camp is such a Valuable Investment in Your Child’s Future!

Why Sleepaway Camp is such a Valuable Investment in Your Child’s Future!

For those who grew up going to sleepaway camp, many will say it was one of their most formative life experiences! For those who didn’t grow up going to sleepaway camp, many wonder why it’s such a compelling summer choice, and often question parents sending their children away, when summer can be such a special time for families to be together. As kids become increasingly reliant on technology – and parents become increasingly focused on giving their children the chance to unplug, the desire to better understand all that sleepaway camp has to offer has risen. The Pierce Family runs Camp Birchmont in New Hampshire, a premier, coed sleepaway camp with 3, 4 and 7 week options, and we are so grateful for their perspective on why sleep away camp is one of the best decisions you can make for your child today!

Ask a Rowan Nurse – Questions & Answers from the team!

Ask a Rowan Nurse – Questions & Answers from the team!

As so many of our little ones are interested in getting their ears pierced, we all have a lot of questions about the process, safety, when and how best to change earrings, if sports can be played with piercings, and more! We collected questions from all of you and thanks to The Rowan Nurse Leadership Team, we have many helpful answers for you here!

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