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Meet A Mom – Luz Cotto-Charneski

Meet A Mom – Luz Cotto-Charneski

Hi, I’m Luz, the founder of New Light Psychotherapy. I created this practice to offer a calm, supportive space where adults and mothers can slow down, feel truly heard, and make sense of the emotional shifts that come with life and parenting. You don’t need to be in...

The Valentine’s Day Reading List for Children

The Valentine’s Day Reading List for Children

February is Black History Month and Valentine’s Day lands smack in the middle of the month, so I’ve put together a reading list to celebrate love, kindness and inclusion.

How to Create a Valentine’s Day Candy Board

How to Create a Valentine’s Day Candy Board

Food boards are always a fan favorite. A charcuterie or crudité board, when done well can truly be a meal in itself. And, for special occasions, a dessert board is a ton of fun. Similar to my movie night board, for Valentine’s Day, I put together this candy board your entire family will enjoy.

Meet a Mom: NFL Wife & Podcast Host Kelly Stafford!

Meet a Mom: NFL Wife & Podcast Host Kelly Stafford!

This story originally appeared in September 2024 on The Local Moms Network. Kelly Stafford may be best known in the public eye as the at-times outspoken wife of Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford, but she’s also a busy mom of four girls (8-year-old twins as...

Cozy Sets: 7 Dopamine Dressing Picks

Cozy Sets: 7 Dopamine Dressing Picks

Cozy sets are a mom style staple for a reason—you can look effortlessly pulled together, fast. Plus, these soft, comforting fabrics are dopamine dressing at their finest. A step up from regular sweats, and a lot more hygge than leggings (or jeans—no thanks!).  Find...

Dry January: 5 Things I Realized From A Month (and Now Year) Sober

Dry January: 5 Things I Realized From A Month (and Now Year) Sober

The essay below was shared Amanda Vlastas, the mom of two behind West University Moms.   Dry January was meant to be a pause, a small experiment to see how I felt without alcohol. I’ll start with the obvious because everyone asks: Yes, I lost a little weight, my face...

5 Tips for a Fun Family Game Night

5 Tips for a Fun Family Game Night

Winter is upon us, and that brings an opportunity for cozy nights in. Family game night is a wonderful tradition to start this year—and according to experts, family traditions can foster closeness and security for your crew. If you’re thinking about getting your game...

A Conversation with Dr. Mona: Vaccines, Precocious Puberty

A Conversation with Dr. Mona: Vaccines, Precocious Puberty

As parents, there are fewer things we are more focused on than the health of our kids. But knowing what is best or getting access to solid, science-driven advice can be tough. Social media can make that even harder, with lots of misinformation floating around. That’s...

Molly My Pediatrician Friend Meet A Mom

Molly My Pediatrician Friend Meet A Mom

My Pediatrician Friend is a text based subscription service allowing parents to text three real board certified pediatrician Mom’s medical questions about their children saving their time and sanity….

Mom Friends: What You Want (and What You Don’t)

Mom Friends: What You Want (and What You Don’t)

Ashley Tisdale French recently shared an essay with The Cut, "Breaking Up with My Toxic Mom Group". The “High School Musical” star’s story has been widely shared in the news and on social media, in part because her group was seemingly pretty A-list, with Mandy Moore,...

Healthy Sports Parents: Podcast Dad Talks Reality, Resilience

Healthy Sports Parents: Podcast Dad Talks Reality, Resilience

If you have a kid in sports or played sports growing up, you know that youth sports can be an amazing part of childhood. Sports are not only fun, but can teach so much about grit and teamwork. Plus, they help kids build healthy habits to last a lifetime. On the flip...

Dry January! A Chance to Rethink Mommy Wine Culture?

Dry January! A Chance to Rethink Mommy Wine Culture?

Anyone else kind of love Dry January—or at least enjoying the perks, from better sleep to glowing skin? Mommy Wine Culture—the idea that motherhood is hard and wine takes the edge off—has become pretty prevalent. And while both of these things are true, we all know...

The Local Moms Network (Realistic) Guide to No-Spend January

The Local Moms Network (Realistic) Guide to No-Spend January

Anyone else feel like December was a constant stream of spending? From the start of the month, buying new clothes for the 72 festive events for kids and adults, to the end of the month and “evening out” gifts for your kids, the entire 31 days was basically a case study in throwing money at a problem. But the problem is, of course, the January credit card bill.

How to Choose the Best Pediatric Dentist in New Canaan, CT

How to Choose the Best Pediatric Dentist in New Canaan, CT

No matter their children’s age, parents always want the best possible healthcare providers for their families. In Connecticut, parents are fortunate to have many good candidates, but the process can quickly become overwhelming.
This blog provides a guide to comparing pediatric dental practices and choosing the best provider for your family.

Meet the Owners of bluefrog Plumbing + Drain of Stamford

Meet the Owners of bluefrog Plumbing + Drain of Stamford

Kelsey Lamoureaux and Sean Pierce are the owners of bluefrog Plumbing + Drain of Stamford! We chatted with them about the inspiration for opening their business, their plumbing advice for families this winter and what they love about this area!

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