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5 Tips for Traveling to Italy with Kids
This story first appeared on the Union County Moms Network. People say traveling with kids is just parenting in a different location. Well, I recently parented in Italy and here are my 5 tips to make life a little bit easier when you are there. Hot Tip 1: Take the...
Real Pumpkin Spice Granola That Tastes Like Fall
Fall mornings just got a whole lot cozier with this pumpkin spice granola that's made with real pumpkin puree. Made with wholesome oats, nuts, and seeds, all while being gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free, this recipe from Kathleen Ashmore is a win for...
Water Bottles That Make Hydration Easy (For Moms and Kids!)
Choosing a water bottle for your family can be surprisingly complex. Straw or spout? Glass, plastic, or stainless? Screw-on or push-button lid? You get the point. We polled our network of moms across the country for their tried-and-true favorites. The winners have...
Fall Activities Guide 2025
Check out the latest local offerings for fall, complete with all the fun details and registration information.
Back to School Lunch Inspiration from The Lunch Box Dad!
Anyone else dreading packing a lunch again as we head back to school? (Or if you’re homeschooling, making and serving yet another meal at home?) For inspiration, we turned Beau Coffron, the dad of three behind the @lunchboxdad Instagram account and lunchboxdad.com....
I Have a Full-Time Job and 2 High-Needs Kids…This Is Why I’m Class Parent Anyway
This story was contributed by Meredith Bodgas. My working parents participated in a single-digit number of school activities during work hours throughout my childhood. I truly don’t hold that against them. But I always thought it was so special and exciting when a...
Shirley Temple Black! A Grown-Up Version of the Classic Kid’s Drink
If you love a Dirty Shirley (a classic Shirley Temple spiked with vodka), try this Shirley Temple Black from Food52. It swaps in rum or Aperol for the vodka, and makes for a sophisticated twist on the childhood classic. It works well all year round – endless summer...
3 Strategies for Gifting Money to Your Children
This is the second post in a 3-part series in partnership with Bridget Wyatt and Lindsay Sabel of Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Now that you've achieved financial security for your family, you might be asking yourself, What's the smartest way to share this success...
5 Newborn Essentials That Will Get You Through First 12 Weeks
This story was contributed by Lindsey Boova of New Canaan and Darien Moms. Let’s talk newborn essentials. Registry lists can feel overwhelming, and with the amount of information out there, it’s hard to tell what’s truly helpful versus what will end up collecting...
Pre-K to High School! 8 Must-Have Backpacks and Lunch Boxes
As another school year approaches, you're probably facing the familiar challenge of finding gear that can keep up with your kid's busy lifestyle. From bus rides and field trips to sports practice and sleepovers, we've curated a collection of stylish and functional...
Highlighting Young Entrepreneurs
Meet the next generation of local trailblazers! From custom-painted sneakers to eco-friendly closets and henna art, local teens are transforming their passions into businesses and changing the game in the community. Read how they’re proving that when ambition meets...
5 Ways to Center Yourself for the New School Year
Heading into a new school year after a fun summer can be a bummer for kids, and the transition can also put a huge burden on parents. “Moms may struggle with the invisible labor involved in getting everyone settled—things like getting the kids to doctors appointments...