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How Children Learn Best…
The early months of pandemic living reinforced one important truth. Children thrive on consistency, routines and relationships. The predictability of these elements provides a sense of safety and security. When we feel safe and secure, we are open to learning. See what Landmark School Westport recommends for helping your children learn best during this trying time!
Coastal Orthopedics is Here for YOU and has some New Team Members!!
Coastal Orthopedics is Here To Keep You Moving! Our team of experienced specialists are here for all of you and your family’s urgent and non-urgent orthopedic needs. We are currently offering both in-person and telemedicine appointments. And some exciting news – we have two new accomplished doctors who have joined our team, Dr. Randolph Sealey and Dr. Brandon Shulman! These two board-certified specialists are here to provide the highest quality of orthopedic care to each and every patient they see.
DIT Thanksgiving Day Balloon Parade
This DIY Thanksgiving Day Balloon Parade from The Local Moms Network contributor Maria Provenzano is perfect for anyone swapping their traditional parade tradition for more social distance-friendly activities this year!
Meet the Doctor Team at Westport’s NEW Rejuvenating Fertility!
Westport is thrilled to welcome Dr. Zaher Merhi and Dr. Melvin Thornton at Rejuvenating Fertility. They have tremendous experience that can hopefully help many families in our community! Learn more!
Introducing Rejuvenating Fertility Center!
Westport welcomes Connecticut’s FIRST non-conventional IVF center offering compassionate & holistic patient care, cutting-edge technology and uniquely tailored fertility plans. Founded by world-renowned Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility Specialist, Dr. Zaher Merhi.
Meet Haley Lieberman
Meet Haley Lieberman! Mom of three year old boy-girl twins, this momma lives and breathes her values day in and day out. A long time lover of all things fashion, an entrepreneur at heart, and a rockstar woman with a strong belief in sustainability and problem solving, Haley launched her own company – Shop Tomorrows – a parent-to-parent marketplace for getting top-notch preloved kids stuff this past summer. After years spent in costume design and styling on Broadway and with many celebrities, Haley was amazed by the tremendous waste when It came to apparel, and after having kids, saw an opportunity for reusing clothing there more than ever. She has now created a platform that is not only valuable, but clever, fun to use, and relatable to all moms out there! In her free time, her family loves taking hikes and playing with animals (in another life she may have been a farmer!), she can’t wait for a vintage store to come to Westport, and she is continually amazed by the next generation of kids so intent on changing the world for the better. Like them, she seeks to make positive change in the world, and is doing it in a way only superwoman Haley knows how!
Mom Hack: Make Frozen Cookie Dough from Your Halloween Candy!
Now that Halloween has passed, you’re probably ready to get your kids’ candy out of the house. There are lots of good places to donate, from shelters to toy stores (think The Toy Post for a $5 gift card!) to dentists’ offices to the military, but we stumbled upon this smart idea from The Baker Mama and wanted to share it. This freezable dough uses up your Halloween candy, and you’re ready for any last minute bake sale request from school – win-win!
Squash Toast – Cold Weather YUMMMMMMMINESS!
As the colder weather sets in, we wanted to share this Butternut Squash Toast from local mom and nutritionist, Robin Barrie! (We know that avocado gets the most glory on a regular basis.) Toast is a blank canvas that can be topped with a variety of items. Plus, it’s a warm alternative to a cold sandwich or salad this time of year. Butternut squash is in season and delish right now. It is a great source of carotenoids, which benefit healthy eyes and smooth skin….yummmmm!
Register Today for the Learning Pods at MOCA with Special WestportMoms Discount
MoCA Westport’s POD Learning Program features small group tutoring, robust arts enrichment, and certified academic teachers and art instructors. ENROLLMENT IS OPEN AND ONGOING for the next POD Learning session beginning Nov 9, including a new afternoon kindergarten POD. LIMITED TIME OFFER: Receive a $150 credit toward MoCA Westport’s POD Learning program if you apply online before November 9 and use coupon code WESTPORTMOMS.
Exciting News! STAR, Inc offering Expanded Services!
STAR, Inc., is a not–for-profit organization serving individuals of all ages who have developmental disabilities, as well as providing support services to their families. Expanded Birth through Early Childhood Intervention. As of September 1st, they began offering expanded services to children ages 6-8. This includes direct intervention with a coaching approach by licensed Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Speech Therapists, Behavioral Therapists and Special Education Teachers. Learn more today!
Considering that next Home Improvement Project?
Ring’s End is a local resource you can trust when you need help with a home improvement project. Whether you’re remodeling your kitchen, searching for the perfect color paint, creating a backyard oasis with a new deck, replacing your windows, or even changing small details like cabinet and door hardware, Ring’s End is your one-stop-shop. With unparalleled customer service, and 19 convenient locations in Connecticut and New York, Ring’s End is the partner you can trust to bring your inspiration to life.
10 Ways to Celebrate Halloween Safely
Halloween is an annual rite of passage for kids. From the first time a new walker toddles up to trick or treat with his parents, to older kids finally being allowed to go door-to-door on their own—Halloween is as much a part of childhood as any holiday. Which makes it one of the hardest things to see our kids giving up this year (along with birthdays, graduations and more). That’s why we decided to compile some of the best ways we’ve heard of getting into the spooky season—safely.
Fox Pest Control is Here for you!
You may think since the weather is cooling off, pests like bugs and other critters will start disappearing—but sadly, it isn’t so. According to the experts at Fox Pest Control, some pests actually start appearing in Fall—often looking for shelter or food before temperatures drop. Find out more, here!
What exactly is a Montessori School?
Why choose a Montessori school? The Nurtury Montessori School emphasizes self-directed learning, multi-age grouping environment, and dedication to individual growth. Children learn how to learn. This prepares each child for future academic and social excellence. Click here to learn more!
Don’t Miss the Facebook LIVE Event with Yale New Haven Health on Children’s Mental Health this Wednesday!
New Canaan Country School is now Accepting Applications!
New Canaan Country School is now accepting applications for Fall 2021-22. A co-ed, independent, day school, the school welcomes students in Pre-K (ages 3 & 4) through Grade 9 from all over the region to its 75-acre campus. Join them on a Campus Tour online or in person. For more information or to sign up for any of these free events, click here!
10 Things your “best friend” might want to know about Divorce…
During this truly unprecedented times, relationships are being tested in every way imaginable. If you – or someone you know and love – may be struggling right now and needing support, Broder Orland Murray and Demattie LLC may be able to help. Learn more about the 10 questions anyone might want to know about divorce….
5 Tips from Academic Approach to ensure Your Child Gets the most out of this Year
It’s only October, but this has already been a challenging school year for students, parents, and teachers. At Academic Approach,
even as students and teachers work remotely, we continue to offer one-on-one tutoring and school programs that empower students from all backgrounds to increase their scores, skills, and confidence on and beyond standardized tests. Here are five tips from our team to help you ensure your middle schooler gets the preparation they need to tackle their next challenge.
St. Luke’s Virtual Open House THIS SUNDAY, October 18th!
It’s a challenging time for families—particularly when it comes to school. If you would like to find out what your child’s school day would be like at St. Luke’s, please join them this Sunday, 10/18 at 12pm for the Middle School Virtual Open House. Hear from Head of School, Head of Middle School, teachers and students who have been back on campus since August. The team at St Luke’s looks forward to meeting you!
Meet Melissa – a true hero!
In the spirit of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we wanted to feature rockstar momma and breast cancer survivor, Melissa Levy. After 15 years running her own company, declutter + design, helping people maximize the value of their space, she was faced with an unexpected breast cancer diagnosis which began with her first mammogram, and led her down a road she had never expected to travel. As she continues her own fight, Melissa is working to create an online space for people going through the journey she has to share, to support each other, and to heal together, and could not be more excited about its potential. In another life, she will return to her acting and singing roots, and looks forward to a time when we all can travel once again! In the meantime, she continues to fight – with her husband and eight year old son by her side – and looks forward to empowering other women to do the same! Melissa’s story is extremely real, raw and inspiring, and we are so grateful she has shared It with us! We are sending her – and all those fighting this fight – all our positive energy, love and strength during this time!
reminds us all how precious each moment is, how much stronger we are than we often even know, and that we need each other to get through! Thank you for sharing; you are an inspiration!