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#MomLife Books for Summer!

Here are a few #momlife books of different types coming out this summer to keep by your bedside from Zibby Owens!

Round Up of Summer Recipes!

Round Up of Summer Recipes!

From potlucks to backyard barbecues, enjoy this round up of summer recipes all summer long thanks to our parent site, The Local Moms Network!

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Mosquito Squad Pest Control

Already using Mosquito Squad for tick and mosquito protection? Try their new pest control services and consolidate your home care!

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Protect Your Yard with Mosquito Squad

Learn what local moms are loving about Mosquito Squad, a company founded in 2005 that has protected over 300,000 backyards in this area from mosquitos and ticks– and perhaps yours next!

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3 Ways to Transform Resolutions Into Healthy Habits

What’s the key to making a lasting, healthy, New Year’s resolution? Muhammad Bhutta, MD, a primary care provider with Hartford HealthCare Medical Group in Stamford, shares what it takes to beat the odds and make your healthy resolution a lifestyle change.

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Portion Sizes for Kids: How Much Food Is Healthy for My Child’s Age?

Do you struggle with meal planning (and creative lunch packing!) as much as we do? Some days, figuring out WHAT to feed your child is hard enough. Figuring out HOW MUCH can seem downright impossible. The recommended portions for a child depend on their age and even gender – and unfortunately, the serving size listed on grocery store labels doesn’t have much to do with It. Connecticut Children’s is here to help. Here’s a guide to understanding healthy food portions for kids, including some time-saving tips.

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What to Give Your Nanny for a Holiday Bonus!

Holiday bonuses are common in many industries, and household employees should be included. The big question is, “What should you give for a holiday bonus?” Boston Baby Nurse & Nanny’s team of experts will share the different options you can provide your professional nanny.

Meet Bethenny

Meet Bethenny

Bethenny shares about parenting a teenager, preparing her daughter for mean girls, and more.

Recipe: East Sheet Pan Salmon & Veggies

Recipe: East Sheet Pan Salmon & Veggies

We love this salmon and potato version from Joanna Keohane of The Family Food Kitchen, but you can also swap the salmon for chicken or tofu, and use whatever veggies you’d like.