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GROOVE 3 day weekend flash sale!
Westport Coastal Neighbors Magazine Feature WestportMoms!
Huge thank you to Westport Coastal Neighbors magazine for the exciting cover feature. We are honored, humbled and grateful. We look forward to lots of exciting things ahead in 2018!
A DIY Holiday Craft (Winter Lanterns!) from local mom and Founder of Rosebud Boxes!
Sarah Rose is the founder of Rosebud Boxes, which provides the perfect children’s birthday party in a box! In addition to information about this brilliant company, Sarah has shared a a favorite holiday craft of hers – DIY Winter Lanterns – that is quick and easy to do with your kids, and looks gorgeous as a festive centrepiece or nightlight. You can get everything you need from Michael’s for less than $20!
Meet Dori!
If you don’t know Dori, founder of Hands on at Home Physical Therapy, she is one not to miss! With an unrivalled knowledge about anatomy and the human body, Dori is one of Fairfield County’s most beloved physical therapists, who uniquely delivers her care in the comfort of patients’ homes. She is also a Westport mom of two daughters, who loves Compo, The Whelk, and surprisingly to many who know her – sleep! She swears by the perfume she’s been wearing since college and treasures her family vacations in Cape Cod, though admits she sometimes wishes she’d gone for baby #3! Dori has made a positive difference in so many people’s lives, and absolutely loves what she does! Thank you Dori for all you do for our community!
Fun Stocking Stuffer Ideas from Groove!
Don't miss some of Groove's great ideas for Hanukkah gifts (or stocking stuffers!). And if you're short on time, you can call ahead and they'll wrap them up and have them ready for pick up. Thank you Groove!
WestportMoms and Cat Perkins Invite you to a night of Shopping for Good on 12/14!
The Americana’s Artisan’s Concept Shop – a vibrant gift and artist marketplace – is open NOW!
The Americana’s Collective, a new brand under development by the 1777 company, is launching its first pop-up concept shop in South Norwalk. The Americana’s Artisan’s Concept Shop is open between now and January 2018 and features products solely created by local...
Protect Yourself with The Ultimate Pre-vacation Home Checklist!
We have all heard the horror stories about frozen pipes bursting over holiday break, or burglaries due to people forgetting to lock their doors. We turned to home maintenace gurus, HomeSquare, for some great – and easy – tips on how to keep your home safe while you are away!
What is Cat Perkins, the new pop-up shoe store in downtown Westport?
Many people have likely noticed that next door to William-Sonoma, there is a new pop-up shoe store, Cat Perkins! Learn about this amazing new shoe store, focused on super fashionable, high-quality shoes that are also comfortable and customizable! WestportMoms is co-hosting a “Shopping for Good” event there on Thursday, 12/14 at 730pm, so stay tuned!
Don't Miss! WestportMoms Holiday Shopping Event on 12/8!
WestportMoms Holiday Shopping Event is coming up! Save the date- Friday, December 8th from 9-2pm, 16+ unique vendors will join us at JoyX (Joyride’s New Concept Studio) offering a wide range of gifts for yourself or your loves ones! There will also be a raffle with many signature items where ALL proceeds will go to STAR, Inc., a non-profit organization that provides services for those with developmental disabilities. We hope you’ll join us AND bring friends!
Bra with a Cause- Buy a bra, and help fight Breast Cancer!
In the spirit of Breast Cancer Awareness month, we wanted to let you know that Wacoal is sponsoring an incredible “Bra with a Cause” initiative where they will donate $2 to the Susan G. Komen Foundation with the purchase of every awareness bra during October!
Dr. Ofer of the Avery Center discusses Breast Cancer and what WE can do!
Though most do know October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, many don’t know how much knowledge about and research on breast cancer awareness and prevention has evolved in recent years. Dr. Ofer of the Avery Center here in Westport shares some terrific resources, and some tips we all should have on how to best educate and protect ourselves!
Devon Woodhill #carrycolorwithyou DARTY on 10/19!
Myths and Facts about Au Pair Childcare!
If your childcare needs have changed, and you are considering an Au Pair, Cultural Care Au Pair consultant, Jennifer Halberg, can help debunk some of the myths about what an Au Pair IS and ISN’T. If affordable, flexible care is what you are looking for, this may be your answer!
Fall Dinner Party Flowers by Local Mom, Emily Candee
Now that summer and grilling out have (pretty much) finished for the season, it is time to transition to dinner parties. Having a few friends over and want to make the table look nice but not go crazy? Then it’s time to DIY your dining table for a fall gathering. Here’s your HOW TO!
5 Don't Miss Fall Trends from Stylist Amy Guzzi of Fred Boutique
Wondering what to wear for fall as summer suddenly disappeared in the blink of an eye? Here are 5 trends from Stylist Amy Guzzi of Fred Boutique that will keep you feeling comfy and cute as the crisp weather sets in!
Governor Malloy Signed! CT’s Car Seat Laws Are Changing October 1st
This is a HUGE increase in safety for CT’s kids! To save you time, we have highlighted the parts of the bill that pertain to child seat safety but full details of the bill can be found here.
The "Wait Until 8th" Pledge – Let Kids be Kids a little longer…
The Wait Until 8th pledge empowers parents to rally together to delay giving children a smartphone until at least 8th grade. By banding together, this will decrease the pressure felt by kids and parents alike over the kids having a smartphone. Learn many of the reasons why so many parents across the country are pledging to “wait until 8th” to let kids be kids a little longer.
Guest Blogger Suzanne Wind: 10 Social Skills Unplugged for Your Digitally Focused Child!
Do you feel frustrated that your child is always facing a screen? Research has shown that today’s child averages 8-9 hours a day of engagement with media. These 10 simple social skill lessons will lead you and your child in a collaborative effort to bring back a little civility to a new digitally focused generation.
Camp Essentials – Ideas for Meals and Snacks!
Summer is here, which means school is out and camp is in. If you’re sending little ones off to day camp, it’s time to think about what the heck they’re going to eat. Since camp meals can be more stressful than packing school lunches, we turned to registered dietician and athletic trainer, Dana White, for some tasty, healthy and easy ideas to make meal prep feel like you’re on vacation.