Fitness
Westport Moms Day – 1/30 – Time to Take Care of YOU!!
As a thank you to all of YOU for supporting us these last two years, we have put together a special "WestportMoms" day on Wednesday, 1/30. See below for an AMAZING group of special offers and discounts across fitness, beauty, spa and restaurants for YOU to...
Meet Julie!
While the at-home fitness market has exploded with spin bikes, workout videos, and more, Weston mom, Julie Wald, and her husband were ahead of the curve when they launched Namaste New York, an in-home fitness and wellness business 17 years ago! Namaste matches you with the best in class practitioners in health and wellness for private in-home sessions (think massages, nutrition, personal training!). Outside of work, Julie loves weekend hikes with her 3 kids, particularly at Devil’s Den, family trips (most recently to Portugal and Spain), and in another life might have been a psycho-therapist. Julie’s work keeps her grounded and in the moment, and there is no question that in this crazy world we live in, all of us could benefit from a little Namaste!
Nourished for the New Year – Join Now!!
If you are looking for that 2019 kick-start, “Nourished for the New Year” may be for YOU! Join Registered Dietitian / Personal Trainer and Westport Mom, Robin Barrie Kaiden, MS, RD, CDN for YOUR CHOICE of 1 – 3 months to TRULY start 2019 out RIGHT.
Healthy Living Talk about Orthopedic Injuries at the YMCA on 12/3 at 7pm!
Bar Method 1 Year Anniversary Celebration – Join Them for FREE Classes and more!
Bar Method is turning 1! Stop in for a FREE class, and some other celebratory goodies!!
Get back to you with Robin Kaiden's Fall Food Focus!
Still trying to shake off summer and get back into the fall routine? Don’t miss this amazing 10 week Fall Food Focus program (offered virtually!) with Robin Kaiden, local mom and nutritionist! Whether you need to kick some bad habits, want that glowing skin or energy back, or just need a reset, Robin does It all! Get started now!
The Best Backyard Games for All!
Given the quickly changing weather, we thought it would be great to do a little refresher on some of the backyard games we love. We have separated the categories by Littles, Mediums, and Adults to help give you ideas as to what is perfect for you!
Westport Native accepted into the world renowned dance company, Ailey II in NYC!
For all young dancers, don’t miss the exciting news for Westport native, Grace Bergonzi, who was recently accepted into the prestigious and world renowned modern dance company, Ailey II, based in New York City! She grew up dancing at Westport’s own Academy of Dance, and we have her story here!
Westport Weston Y offering special trial month – and new renovations in progress!
As everyone is settling back into school, we wanted to share some exciting updates and information about the Westport Weston YMCA – including their one month special trial membership, and their plans for expansion and renovation!
Meet Deb!
For anyone who loves a good story about finding your career path accidentally, meet Deb! Deb (mom to 3 in Westport) became a dance teacher when she offered to assist with her daughter’s dance class years ago. Though her daughter shortly thereafter quit the class, she continued teaching, and never stopped! Deb is now a beloved teacher at The Spot Just Dance in Norwalk who has instilled the love of dance (ballet, hip hop and more) in many over the years. Deb loves nothing more than a round of mini golf with the family, followed by a trip to Saugatuck Sweets, wouldn’t have minded being a Rockstar in another life, and never ate a fresh vegetable before the age of 13! Fun Fact – She also makes over 100 kugels during the Jewish Holidays, and all proceeds from their sales go to a family in need! Deb is open and honest about the ongoing challenges of parenthood, and the value in letting others provide a helping hand! She is also an inspiration for all of us moms out there; just remember, you never know when that next stage in your journey may be just around the corner!!
Join The Local Mom's Network for the Million Mile Challenge this September!
As moms, our main priorities are keeping our kids safe and healthy. Yet, one in 285 children in the U.S. will be diagnosed with cancer by the time they are 20 years old. Childhood cancer doesn’t only affect the child, it affects the entire family and the...
NEW Quench Pendant from Westport's beloved JL Rocks – 100% of proceeds go to Project Zero!
Artisanal jeweler, JL ROCKS has designed The Quench Pendant to support healthy bodies and healthy oceans, in partnership with the authors of QUENCH and Project 0! Inspired by water and waves, the pendant is 14K Gold comprised of white + blue diamonds and blue sapphires, all conflict free. The price is $450* and 100% of the proceeds go to support Project 0, dedicated to fixing the world’s oceans. With each purchase you also receive a copy of QUENCH, written by integrative physician Dr. Dana Cohen and cultural anthropologist Gina Bria, helping to solve the problem of chronic low-grade dehydration.
Yale New Haven shares tips on preventing sunburn in children, and how best to handle it when it occurs!
Children often spend a good part of their day playing outdoors in the sun, especially during the summer. Make sure your child is protected from the harmful rays to avoid sunburn. Seek medical attention if sunburn is severe or forms blisters and if your child has symptoms of heat stress. Should you need them, emergency medicine specialists from Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital teamed up with Greenwich Hospital to provide the most advanced pediatric emergency services in the area.
Nike Solves the Hassle of Kid Shoe Shopping with EasyKicks!
We are so excited to let you know about EasyKicks, a sneaker club for kids that allows parents to order new Nike and Converse sneakers whenever your kids need them for one convenient monthly price! We love this because the kids can wear their kicks for as long (or as little) as they want. If they grow out of them, want a new style or have worn them into the ground, simply send them back and swap them for a brand new pair. Sound too good to be true? Keep reading!
Yale New Haven Health tips on selecting the best bicycle helmets to prevent injuries!
Riding a bike is great exercise. Selecting the right helmet for your child is important to prevent bike injuries. Emergency medicine specialists from Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital teamed up with Greenwich Hospital to provide the most advanced pediatric emergency services in the area. Should you need us, our pediatric emergency specialists see patients in the emergency department at Greenwich Hospital. To learn more about these services, visit https://goo.gl/bM4RMg.
Mango Chicken Kale Salad Recipe!
With Summer in full swing, it’s so nice to enjoy a meal from the grill that includes the amazing sweet fruit of the season. Add in a couple of superfoods to this summer kale and chicken salad that can help naturally detox against those extra summer cocktails and ice cream, and you have this perfect dish!!
Westport Mom, Kate Pollock, and twin sister share their story battling cancer together, and will participate in this Saturday's Swim Across America event!
Kate Pollock – Westport mom, yoga teacher and cancer survivor – will be swimming and speaking alongside her twin sister, Liza, at this Saturday’s Greenwich-Stamford Swim Across America event. Learn how these two sisters were diagnosed with cancer within months of each other, have supported one another fighting to regain strength, and help support them and this amazing cause!
How Gross is it Not to Wash Your Water Bottle Every Day
Admit it, you’ve skipped a day (or maybe five) without giving your reusable water bottle a proper scrubbing. Which is your favorite rationalization? “It’s just water in there,” “I washed it yesterday,” or maybe “It’s BPA-free, so I’m good?” Staying hydrated and doing you part for the environment by opting for a reusable bottle are commendable, but don’t sabotage those healthy habits by exposing yourself to potentially unhealthy and harmful bacteria. Find out how germy those bottles get if you skip daily washings from nutritionist, Dana White!
Fairfield Mom and Licensed Professional Counselor shares amazing blog post on how we can help our daughters feel full of themselves!
In a world filled with social pressures, and a perpetual focus on weight and appearance, many of us moms struggle to know how to be the best role model to our children – especially our daughters. Andree Palmgren, Fairfield mom of 4, and LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) shares an amazingly motivational post on how to help make your daughters feel full of themselves!
2018 Mother's Day Gift Guide – Favorites from 40 local moms!
While we can always come up with some products and services that WE love, we thought for this Mother's Day we'd turn to the moms who we have featured on the site over the last 15 months to share their favorites and their go-tos with all of us! So, here...