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Meet the Moms of the Depot Youth Center
Meet the Executive Director and Special Events/Fundraising Chair of The Depot Youth Center, a Darien-based organization run by and for students. Executive Director Laura Downing and Board of Directors member Debi McGahren are local leaders and moms helping to further...
How to Talk to Kids about Scary or Tragic Events in the News
Your child has probably heard about Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and they may have seen disturbing footage on the news or on social media. This raises a question that parents often struggle with after scary and tragic events: What’s the best way to talk to kids about the news while also managing your own emotions as parents? Connecticut Children’s developmental pediatrician Robert D. Keder, MD, shares advice.
Board Games Your Family Will Love!
Having a few good board games on rotation is a great idea whether your kids are toddlers or teens. Too cold to spend much time outside? Kids home sick? Need to enforce a screen time break? Board games are a solution to all of these. Plus, they teach important life...
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.