I don't know much, but I know that entering motherhood and finding that one friend or clan of women can become a lifelong blessing for both you and the baby. westchestercountymom.com/mom-friends-10…

When wintertime brings colds and fevers, we must make every effort to take care of ourselves and make a speedy recovery. Sicknesses need to run their course, but there are things we can do to stay comfortable and well-nourished. westchestercountymom.com/combating-wint…

Was I a snowplow parent? Technically, yes. I removed an obstacle before he encountered it. But here's what the cutesy label doesn't capture: I didn't remove the mountain; I didn't ski down it for him. I just made sure he had a fighting chance to enjoy i... westchestercountymom.com/snowplow-paren…

So why is it so unnatural to admit to my kids that I am wrong and need to apologize? westchestercountymom.com/right-admit-wh…

I hope you know that many times when I hugged you, I needed it more than you did. westchestercountymom.com/an-open-letter…

You know when the time has come, and my friends, the time has come! It's time to rein in the snacking and begin making better choices because there is a light at the end of the tunnel, and I'm pretty sure none of us wants to come out of this winter 15 p... westchestercountymom.com/combat-craving…

The start of a new year often feels like a fresh page—an opportunity to slow down, reset, and focus on what truly matters. For families with young children, healthy habits don't need to be complicated or overwhelming. In fact, the most meaningful habits... westchestercountymom.com/healthy-family…

Planning your child's birthday party doesn't have to be stressful—we promise! Between figuring out how many kids to invite, whether to skip the gifts, and deciding whether to host at home or book a venue, it can feel overwhelming. That's where we come in! westchestercountymom.com/a-guide-to-bir…

My family calls it a binky, and we chose to use it as a helpful tool for both of my children to soothe, comfort, help with sleep, and support naps. My boys are two very different children, as was their journey with the binky. Weaning was also a very dif... westchestercountymom.com/pacifier-weani…

Engaging in the morning ritual of sipping that cherished cup of coffee, you might not realize the delicate dance between caffeine and your body's natural chemistry. westchestercountymom.com/before-reach-m…

Finding the balance as a mom is a unique path. Others can provide us with advice, clichés, and firsthand experiences; however, we must make this trek ourselves. Your walk in life as a mom and as an individual is priceless. By sharing our thoughts, feeli... westchestercountymom.com/finding-your-b…

The good news for Westchester families is that you have options for where you can take your kids to learn to ski. Some of these mountains work best for quick after-school lessons, others for easy first-day experiences, and a few are ideal once kids are ... westchestercountymom.com/westchester-ki…

Quiet Day - the thought of it sounds pretty amazing. A day free of all the tasks, stresses, and being pulled in a million different directions. Now, only if you can get your family on board with this blissful-sounding day! westchestercountymom.com/quiet-day/

So, the laundry and I may have a battle, but it's the internal battle that I struggle with, realizing my days of doing the laundry will come to an end, and that, mamas, is hard to absorb. westchestercountymom.com/laundry-friend…

Thanks to the recent rise in the importance of data alongside longevity practices, CGMs are gaining popularity outside of the diabetes community. More people are turning to tools like a CGM device to learn more and optimize their health. westchestercountymom.com/continuous-glu…

I'm expecting my third baby, and I've learned a lot since my first. In hopes I can spare you the grief and expense I encountered when I was a first-time mom, here is the list of things you need for your newborn that I wish I had with my first. westchestercountymom.com/third-time-mom…

Audiobooks have quietly become my sanity saver. Between sports practices, commuting, laundry, and the never-ending mental checklist that comes with raising teens, I've found that listening to a great audiobook is the only way my brain fully relaxes. It'... westchestercountymom.com/escaping-every…

March is here, bringing a fresh dose of energy (and hopefully a few more sunny days!) for Westchester County families to enjoy together. From St. Patrick's Day celebrations and early spring festivals to school events, indoor play spaces, library program... westchestercountymom.com/westchester-ev…

Pain is beauty, or so they say. Well, I have the Urgent Care bill to prove it. Three hours, 250 dollars, and two prescriptions later, I'm recovering from a facial gone wrong. And while bad reactions can happen occasionally, this one stopped me dead in m... westchestercountymom.com/growing-old-gr…

Being a mom of three children, all actively involved in various sports, can feel like a never-ending balancing act. Between lacrosse practices, basketball games, and conditioning training, finding time to connect can be a challenge. westchestercountymom.com/juggling-sport…