Erin
Erin is the mother of one sweet, rambunctious toddler and wife to a talented chef. Professionally, she is a former special educator and preschool teacher, and is currently a cognitive neuroscience researcher and Ph.D candidate in Cognitive Science in Education with specializations in neuroscience, cognitive development, and neurodiversity/autism. She holds masters degrees in cognitive science, and neuroscience in education, from Teachers College, Columbia University, and undergraduate degrees in special education (with an additional concentration in elementary education and a minor in English) and early childhood education. As the wife of a chef, food is a huge part of her family culture, and she enjoy both cooking and baking. Some of her other hobbies include hiking, traveling, jogging, meditation, animal rescue, playing piano and guitar, crafting, reading, and of course, writing. You can follow her parenting journey and pick up tips on great kids activities here on Westchester Moms Blog, as well as her website (www.themindfullyscientificmama.com), Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest accounts.
An Introduction to Special Education Services
If your child is experiencing a developmental and/or academic delay or disability, finding support can feel overwhelming. Aside from the long process of qualifying...
A Third Time Mom’s Secret to What Your Really Need for Your Newborn
You are pregnant. Congratulations! Now, welcome to a shocking reality: there is a massive, billion-dollar industry for baby gear and supplies that will play...
A Surprising Hidden Cost to Parenting Neurodivergent Kids
Fifteen shimmery bags line my countertop, ready to be dispersed to their very deserving recipients—teacher gifts. No, I don't have tons of kids; I only...
We’re the Allergy-Friendly Home
Long-time Westchester County Mom readers may remember my coverage of my family's journey through my son's food allergies in years past. While he officially...
Whole Body Listening Needs to Go
It was the first week of kindergarten, and in my child's folder, there was a single page that to many would seem innocuous.
Looking eyes....
Spotlight on Westchester :: Pleasantville
We all love our own little cozy corners of Westchester. There are so many things to do and see, places to eat, and parks...
5 Reasons to Book Spring Family Photos
While families book photo sessions all year round, traditionally, the majority of families opt to have photos taken between September and November. Fall leaves...
Hot Take On the Valentine’s Card Exchange
Valentine's Day may have come and gone, but I can't let it go. I'm ashamed to admit it, but I might be a Valentine's...
I Just Want to Stay Alive
It is again January of yet another year, and while undoubtedly a fair share of you are busy with resolutions and "new year, new...
Finally Accepting I’m Not That Mom
What was your vision of motherhood? You know, the idealized one, dreamed up in your head while you were pregnant? What parent were you...