In the Know
Landmark Exteriors Protects Your Home and Roof from Dangerous Ice Dams!
Ice damming occurs when heat escapes from the top of your house and the melted snow refreezes at the edge of your roof. This causes a ridge of ice (and potentially a host of damage)! In business for over two decades, and with over 40 years of experience, Landmark Exteriors understands how to make your roof both beautiful and functional! If you need someone to inspect your gutters for possible ice dams or ice dam prevention contact Landmark Exteriors today at (203)838-3838 or visit their website at www.LandmarkExteriors.com. Click for tips on how to protect or treat ice dams.☝️❄️
Why You Should Be Wearing Sunscreen Year Round – And One Must-Try Brand!
This Winter, add wearing a sunscreen year-round to your New Year’s resolutions! Here are some recommendations from a board-certified dermatologist, from the innovative Isdin product line. We love their light, easy-to-wear options, including a new tinted version and a powder (shown) that makes reapplying a cinch!
Winter is Here & That's A Good Thing!
Winter is the perfect time for certain treatments. We asked the experts at Newtown MediSpa to give us some guidance.
HQHT: Helping New Moms Treat Mastitis Effectively & Conveniently
Carolyn with High Quality Home Therapy explains how physical therapy can effectively and conveniently help moms with mastitis… and doesn’t even require leaving your new baby!
Traveling with Kids? How to Pack a Perfect Carry-On!
Traveling with kids this Winter? For most moms, that means prepping ahead by thoughtfully packing a well-stocked bag. If your kids are young, your bag will be full of things to keep them happy—aka fed, entertained and comfortable. Here’s some quick tips to use as a packing guide!
Keto-friendly nachos – Happy New Year!!
As we all try to be a bit healthier with the New Year, check out this “Keto” friendly nachos recipe from one of our local mom contributors, Sara Hood!
Meet Elyse (of Shark Tank's Bantam Bagels!)
If you like New York bagels, Shark Tank and/or kick-ass women entrepreneurs, Elyse is your girl! Amidst careers in finance, she and her husband Nick spent years brainstorming business ideas until one day they decided to pursue the idea of creating and selling pre-filled on-the-go bagels, and their dreams became a reality! Enter Bantam Bagels! Over the last 6 years, Elyse (and her husband) built their company (starting with a small shop on Bleecker St), had 2 boys, moved to Westport and traveled an amazing journey. After pitching their company on Shark Tank (very pregnant no less), the company truly took off, and they’ve never looked back! Bantam Bagels are now a staple across Starbucks, most grocery stores nationwide, and of course millions of households! Fun facts – Elyse doesnt leave her house without lipstick, still eats bagels every morning, and shares that her husband remains her greatest source of inspiration! We are so lucky to have you in our community, and are going out to buy bagels NOW! Thanks for changing the way we do breakfast!!
Westport Continuing Ed After-School Programs Start Soon!!
With 2020 here, don’t miss out on the amazing after-school programs offered by Westport Continuing Ed, with everything from Art to Cooking and Stem classes!! Register now!
Meet Dr. Jandali, a CT doctor performing a rare technique for infant ear deformities
Dr. Shareef Jandali of Jandali Plastic Surgery in Trumbull is one of only a few doctors performing ear-molding, a non-invasive technique to correct newborn ear deformities. To learn more about Dr. Jandali and this innovative procedure, click here!
Happy Holidays from us to you!!
Wishing you all a safe and Happy Holiday! THANK YOU for supporting us throughout this year - the best is yet to come!! XO, M&M
How to be a Wrap Star, and Save the Planet in your PJs!
Did you know that more than half of wrapping paper gets dumped and landfilled, and can’t get recycled? All that paper exists just to get ripped to shreds in 60 seconds! Read this (hilarious) post from The Glitter Grinch herself, Haley Lieberman, who actually loves sparkle but hates what it does to our planet. Find more info about super creative, easy and fun ways to upcycle what you have instead of using store bought stuff. Hint: Magazines, like what you see in this post on Shop Tomorrows here, kid’s art projects and more.
Tips (from the experts at Yale New Haven) for Getting your Picky Eater to Branch Out!
Dr. Danya Rosen, pediatric gastroenterologist and Sarah Griffin, dietitian chat about how to get a picky eater to branch out to try new foods. Learn more about the pediatric specialty services that are offered at Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital Pediatric Specialty Centers.
Getting In Shape Down There After Childbirth
The days after having a baby are a total blur with our attention focused on the new baby’s every need. But what about us as moms? With so many changes to our bodies during pregnancy, pelvic floor issues are common. Caryn McAllister with High Quality Home Therapy explains the options for healing.
Meet Corri
If you like clothes and shopping, you likely know about Groove, a beloved children’s and women’s clothing store in Westport, run by the driven and talented owner and local mom of 3, Corri Neckritz. What started as a small business out of her home to fill a desire she had to find hip, yet tasteful clothing for her own children, has grown over 20+ years into a tremendously successful and coveted brand and retail store. Some fun facts about Corri – she loves dogs (and has four herself!), has her masters in elementary education, and is a host family for the “A Better Chance” program, with a scholar spending time in their home on weekends. Like Corri and her family, Groove is always looking to give back, and partners closely with many local organizations, including STAR and Abilis. She is also currently supporting Local Love at Groove, offering 20% off through Sunday!! We are grateful for all she has brought to this community – and let’s be honest, our kids are pretty well dressed thanks to her!
Mystic Market Holiday Menus not to be Missed!
Make it a Market-Made holiday with all the delicious fixings for a perfect holiday spread. Check out Mystic Market’s Holiday Menus and place your order today!
2020 Sleepaway Camp Guide is HERE!
Spending part of their summer at camp is one of those amazing experiences that will stay with your child forever. Use this guide to learn about some of the top sleep-away options across the country, as well as some great resources, including WestportMoms’ very own, Melissa Post, who can help you navigate the at times overwhelming process for FREE! Camp can be truly life changing!
Entertainment For The Whole Family At Webster Bank Arena!
In the winter, we can’t get enough ideas for fun family activities that will keep everyone entertained! That’s why we’re so lucky to have Webster Bank Arena nearby. With Sound Tigers hockey games and other sporting events, fun family entertainment, comedy shows and concerts, there’s something for everyone! Here’s a look at what to expect this season!
Buy Your Local Love Card TODAY!! We are building a playground!
In an effort to celebrate the amazing community we live in, and to support all the local businesses (stores, salons and restaurants) that make Westport what it is, we hope you’ll join us for our 2nd annual “Local Love” initiative, running from Saturday, 12/7 through...
A Short Rib Recipe that will truly WOW! (from the Home Cook CT)
If you are looking for a delicious – and relatively easy – holiday dinner that will please the family – or even a larger group, check out this short rib hit from The Home Cook CT’s, Stephanie Berghoff! A Westport mom of two, Stephanie turned back to her love for all things food and cooking a year ago and cooks for families in the area weekly!
The Local Moms Network 2019 Holiday Gift Guide!
Welcome to The Local Moms Network 2019 Holiday Gift Guide! Before kids, we had all our holiday shopping done by (or shortly after) Thanksgiving. Post-kids? We sometimes find ourselves relying on anything available with overnight shipping, or online gift cards (when we’re truly out of ideas). We hope this shortlist provides you with both some solid inspiration and any needed motivation to check all of the dads, moms, kids and everyone in between off your list early, and give unique gifts they’ll love and use over and over.