Mom Life
Laura’s Lean: Mom’s Little Secret
Photo Credits: Elizabeth Lim of Beach Cities Moms Before we were moms, we didn’t realize one of the hardest parts of motherhood would be coming up with what to make for dinner Every. Single. Night. Pre-kids, cooking was a hobby, something we enjoyed doing as a break...
Meet a Mom: Amanda Greene Hufnagel of National Charity League Northern Westchester Chapter
Looking for a way to connect with your daughter while also giving back together to the community? Then you've got to learn more about National Charity League and their Northern Westchester Chapter, a non-profit organization that encourages leadership, cultural...
Press Pause: Helping Moms Take a Moment for Themselves!
As moms, it can often seem like we’re taking care of everyone – the kids, our partner and even family pets – before we remember to take pay attention to our own needs. We’re not even talking about luxury self-care practices, like manicures or massages (although we...
Get Better Sleep & Skin with SAINT JANE
Sleep and skincare are two things that have become more important to many of us since becoming moms. Whether you’re waking up with babies, waiting up for teenagers, or simply burning the candle at both ends, good sleep is priceless. Skincare, too, becomes more...
Anna Kaiser’s Home Workout Tips
Working out at home has always had some advantages—the most obvious being you don’t have to waste any time driving to a gym...or combing your hair. However, motivation can be pretty tough. “What I am hearing from clients is the lack of results, accountability, and...
Every Busy Mom Need Pilates
Many times, being a parent means sacrificing yourself both emotionally and physically. Imagine, in spite of combing through a mile-long to-do list, you end the day feeling refreshed and energized. What!? Not possible. Except…it is. Although you may feel like there is...
Meet a Mom: Jessica Fountas, Founder of the Mothering From The Inside Out
It can be really challenging to "find your people" when you become a parent. All of a sudden you're thrust into this new world with a new little person to take of -- where you may or may not have a tribe or people you can turn to. Local mom Jessica Fountas is...
Get to Know More about Ivy Rehab for Women’s Health in Putnam Valley
We were so excited to share more about Ivy Rehab for Kids and now we're sharing more about Ivy Rehab for Women's Health. From stress to overactive bladder to fecal incontinence, prolapse, and pelvic pain syndromes, Ivy Rehab for Women's Health is here to help with...
Mother’s Day Gifts She’ll Love
This Mother’s Day, we’re sharing some gift picks for all the amazing moms we know. Purchase them for any deserving mom in your life—yourself included. Happy Mother’s Day from all the moms here at The Local Moms Network! A Table in Paris by John Donohue This gorgeous...
Meet a Mom: Author Kari Molvar
Writer and editor Kari Molvar spent the bulk of her career working her way up the mastheads at glossy magazines like SELF, Allure and Cosmopolitan. When she moved out of NYC in 2009, she launched her freelance career, and since then has become a regular online...
Meet a Mom: Dr. Bre Haizlip
Recently, Bre Haizlip (“Dr. Bre”) gave an end of year motivational Zoom talk to the moms of The Local Moms Network. We all loved her down-to-earth advice and her commit to helping woman. For this week’s Meet a Mom interview, we spoke to Dr. Bre about her counseling...
Survey: How COVID-19 is Transforming Women in the Workplace
Working moms have undoubtedly been dealt an almost impossible hand with COVID-19. An already tough position—toggling between work and home—got 10 times harder as they were combined during quarantine. A recent headline in the New York Times declared “Pandemic...
What Teachers Want Parents To Know About This School Year
There are so many emotions heading into this school year—from anxiety and fear to hope and joy. As parents, many of us have faced hard choices about whether to enroll kids in-person or remotely. We may be trying to figure out last-minute childcare plans. Buying masks...
Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital Pediatric Minute with Dr. Anthony Porto
Anthony Porto, MD, medical director of ambulatory operations at Yale New Haven Children's Hospital, discusses the convenience of virtual visits and shares how parents can make the most out of a video visit with their child. For more information, visit:...
Meet a Mom: Sara Annapolen, Founder of Sara Joy
Get to know more about Westchester Mom Sara Annapolen of Sara Joy. This mom of two shares more about her path to entrepreneurship and what’s next for her resortwear line.
2020 Guide to Health and Wellness in Westchester
New year, new you! Check out the resources and places to check out in our 2020 Guide to Health and Wellness in Westchester.
Your Family Schedule: How to Keep Chaos Controlled
Running a household with kids can feel a lot like herding cats—nobody ever stops moving, and usually in different direction, only stopping every so often for a cuddle. Or maybe it’s more like being a cruise ship director, trying to keep fun going and chaos to a...
11 Beauty Products for Moms We are Loving Right Now
Go-to beauty products for moms.
Covering the Crown: Chatting Meghan Markle, Prince Harry & More with Royal Expert Diane Clehane
On the set of the Today Show. Besides Brad and Jen’s recent reunion at the SAG Awards, the biggest story in the celebrity news cycle is Prince Harry and Meghan Markle effectively relinquishing their official royal status and moving to Canada. And nobody is more...
Meet a Mom: Lisa Ridd of Smitten Films
Like many moms, we have approximately 10,000 photos and videos of our children on our iPhones, and about five or so (maybe!) printed out and framed. And please, don’t even ask us about baby books and other special albums, let alone preserving videos…That’s why we were...
