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Raise a Reader
We all know how important reading to kids is for their literacy, but what do you do if your children—particularly school age and older—aren’t naturally eager readers? We spoke to New York Times-bestselling author Michael Northrop, who has penned thirteen...
Very Cavallari’s Kristin Cavallari on The Hills, Marriage, Motherhood and More!
After Kristin Cavallari first found fame on Laguna Beach in 2004, she went on to star on The Hills, and then parlayed reality stardom into other career opportunities, including several clothing, jewelry and shoe lines (her most recent include Uncommon James and...
Shrimp Tacos with Garlic Cilantro Lime Slaw by Pinch of Yum
If you want a delicious weeknight dinner, look no further! Shrimp tacos are all the rage, and this recipe from Pinch of Yum delivers. Spice-loaded shrimp layered on smashed avocado topped with a cabbage slaw that is heavy with a homemade creamy lime sauce and topped...
Denise Richards On Adopting, Co-Parenting and Raising Teen Girls
Denise Richard’s professional biography is long and impressive—over 95 roles in three decades working on big and small screens, including star turns in movies like Starship Troopers and Wild Thingsand on hit shows like Spin City and Two and a Half Men....
7 Spring Style Trends You’ll Love!
Our fashion contributor, Kristin Koch, is the Executive Director of Seventeen, overseeing the content and editorial operations for all of Seventeen’s digital and print efforts. She is also the founder of lifestyle blog, Closetful of Clothes, where she talks about...
7 Baby & Toddler Truths from Dr. Harvey Karp of The Happiest Baby on the Block
If you’ve had a baby in the two decades, Harvey Karp probably needs little introduction. In 2001, this pediatrician co-founded The Happiest Baby, a multi-media parenting brand that provides advice through bestselling books (millions of books have been sold,...
Immunity-Boosting Carrot Turmeric Soup
Anyone else feel like cold and flu season is never going away? Whether your house has been hit hard this winter or you feel like you’re fighting it off because everyone around you is sick, considering taking to the kitchen to boost your family’s immunity, starting...
Screen Time: 9 Ways To Help Your Kids Form A Healthy Relationship With Tech
In this day and age, expecting your kids to never lay eyes on a screen is probably unrealistic. Many schools are even incorporating them into the curriculum. But research shows that kids under 8 are using mobile devices more than 2 hours a day (despite the American...
Ali Fedotowsky Manno: Bachelorette Turned Blogger
Ali Fedotowsky Manno is known as a reality TV sweetheart, having earned fans around the world with starring roles on Season 14 of The Bachelor and Season Six of The Bachelorette. In the almost decade since she appeared on these shows, she says they’ve changed with the...
Emma Heming Willis On Motherhood, Marriage and More!
Emma Heming Willis leads a charmed life, for sure. Married to Bruce Willis (yes, Mr. Die Hard), with whom she lives in Westchester, NY, she’s mom to two beautiful little girls (Mabel is 6 and Evelyn is 4). She’s also an entrepreneur, with an organic pregnancy skincare...
FAIRY SANDWICHES with Caitlin Houston of Confessions of a Northern Belle
We are so excited to work with CT blogger, Caitlin Houston of Confessions of a Northern Belle! Caitlin is a mother of 2 adorable little girls, wife to her college sweetheart, and former teacher. In additon to her blog, she mentors other bloggers and you can catch...
The Press Pause Project: CBD Products Created By Women, For Women
You’ve probably been hearing a lot about CBD—aka Cannabidiol, or one of the chemical compounds found in the Cannabis Sativa plant. Health benefits being discussed for products infused with CBD include reducing anxiety, depression, pain and insomnia—without the...
Spring Break Guide: Palm Beach
At The Marriott pool Heading down south to Florida for your family’s Spring Break? Use our three-part series on Sunshine State trips, including our Local Moms’ recs for the Florida Keys, Palm Beach (below) and Naples. We have all the essential details straight from...
Acorn Squash Fondue from Food Network’s Melissa d’Arabian
Photo credit: Kristen Vincent Photography Looking for an easy, last-minute recipe—special enough for a date night at home but easy enough for a regular weeknight? Try this healthy twist on fondue, from Melissa d’Arabian, star of Food Network’s It’s Tuesday Night...
Boredom Buster Jar
Have you heard of a boredom buster jar? We love them and they can be so helpful on cold winter days or those days when you simply need to catch up and need some go-to activities for the kiddos! Below, find some great ideas to add to your jars! These ideas can...
Meet Marissa Dabkowski
We are thrilled to feature and introduce you all to Marissa Dabkowski, Personal Trainer and Nutrition Coach at Funktion Fitness in Old Saybrook. Follow her at @marissadab819 and give her a call to set up a complimentary fitness consultation. Where are you from...
Sunday Dinner- 1 Point WW, Paleo Chili from Uniquely U Living
We're so excited to be working with another awesome Connecticut Shoreline blogger, Ali from Uniquely U Living! You can follow Ali on Instagram @uniquelyuliving and follow her blog at www.uniquelyuliving.com. I LOVE CHILI!!! I have never met anyone who doesn’t...
Webster Bank Arena: A Hub for Winter Family Fun!
In the winter, we can’t get enough ideas for fun family activities that will keep everyone entertained! That’s why we’re so lucky to have Webster Bank Arena nearby. With Sound Tigers hockey games and other sporting events, fun family entertainment such as Marvel Live...
Spring Break Guide: The Florida Keys
Taking the family to Florida for Spring Break? Then you won’t want to miss our three-part series on trips to the Sunshine State, including our Local Moms’ recs for the Florida Keys, Palm Beach and Naples. First, read on for where to stay, what to do, where to eat and...
Whole30: An Interview with CEO Melissa Hartwig Urban
You might not know the name Melissa Hartwig Urban, but you have undoubtedly heard of Whole30, aka the diet everyone and their sister has raved about over the last few years. Melissa is the co-founder and CEO of Whole30, and currently has two books on the New York...