Tag: advice

How to Hire a Babysitter

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So your child is already in daycare during the week, and sometimes you need a few hours to yourself on the weekend to get...

Why Throwing in the Towel Until January Doesn’t Work — And...

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December has a way of sneaking up on moms and pushing them to the brink of sanity. Class parties, family gatherings, travel plans, gifts...

A Professional Shopper’s Guide to Practical Gifting

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Practical Gifts Make the Holidays Easier and More Meaningful As a fashion stylist and mom, I am often tasked with finding the “perfect thing,” whatever...

Building Wealth for You and Your Littles: Investing

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I left the pool with my $5 paycheck and Burger King breakfast, my weekly job perk. It had felt like a successful morning of...

Raising Thankful Kids: How to Foster Empathy and Appreciation

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As the season of gratitude arrives, many families take time to reflect on what they’re thankful for, from warm meals and cozy homes to...

From Blame to Understanding: The Art of Listening and Emotional Connection

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Conflict is an inevitable part of every human relationship. No matter how much we care about one another, disagreements and misunderstandings will arise. What...

Repair-enting: When Parenting Becomes a Mirror

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When I first became a mom, I thought parenting was mostly about teaching. You know, teaching your child to eat vegetables, say thank you,...

We’re the Allergy-Friendly Home

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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...

Building Healthy Bones

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Many nutrients work together to provide the framework for healthy bones. These include calcium, vitamin D, magnesium, and vitamin K. Another important component is...

Break Fast: Why You Should Stop and Eat Breakfast

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In my early twenties, while working a full-time job and raising young children, I didn’t have time for breakfast. Most mornings, while getting ready...