Around Town
CT Mom shares her Covid-19 diagnosis
Caitlin Houston talks about her symptoms, testing process, treatment with Plaquenil, and why this experience has her feeling grateful.
Cinnamon Popovers with Cream Cheese Glaze
We love this recipe from Melissa d’Arabian, celebrity chef and New York Times best-selling author. “Bread without yeast? Yes, please! And who doesn’t love the smell of cinnamon rolls warming up the house in the morning?”
Whole 30 Meatball Recipe
This Whole 30-approved version comes straight from Whole 30 founder Melissa Urban
Things to do at home with your kids
If you’re at home with your kids, please use this social distancing-friendly list for ideas to keep kids engaged (and away from screens for a while)
Tips for Speaking to Kids About Coronavirus
We can’t completely shield our families from talk about coronavirus, but we can try to minimize any extra stress it places on our kids.
Meet a Middlesex Mom: Noelle Stary
Meet Noelle! She grew up in Middlesex County and just recently opened some new co-working spaces in Woodbridge, East Brunswick, and North Brunswick!
St. Pat’s Day Books for Kids – Amazon Finds
Some fun St. Pat’s book finds – all on Amazon to read for the holiday!
How Not to Hate Your Husband After Kids…
First comes love. Then comes marriage. Then comes baby….and hating your husband?
Local St. Patrick’s Day Parade: South Amboy
Are you headed to the South Amboy Parade this year? Find out some more details here!
Divorce: Navigating the Dating World
Trying to navigate the dating world while going through a divorce can be tricky, particularly when children are involved. We talked to the experts to give us the pros and cons of dating in New Jersey before your divorce is final.
I’m Not a Crazy Irate Parent | Shay M. Biggs, Ed.D.
Have you ever noticed how sometimes with school, things get confusing when you get school reports or have conversations with educators? Shay M. Biggs, Ed.D. uses storytelling and questioning to improve school systems and to guide parents through how to understand and decode Eduspeak.
Stryke Club | One-of-a-kind product line made specially for teenage boys
Designed for the busy teen boy, who’s ready for a lesson in self-care, the brand is set to revolutionize the beauty industry thanks to its unique, meticulous and effective combination of clean ingredients.
Local Kindergarten Registration Info – 2020
A useful list, by town, of information pertaining to 2020 Kindergarten Registration
Meet-A-Middlesex-Mom: Imaria Fakinlede
Meet Imaria! A Middlesex County resident with 2 children – HR by day, events coordinator by night! Stop by and say Hi!
Coronavirus – What Parents Should Know
What exactly is it, and how concerned should we be?
Non-Candy Valentines Ideas
Easy DIY (or Amazon Prime!) Valentine’s in time for school!
Special Massage Discount – First 20 People – IAM Center of Healing LLC East Brunswick
The first 20 people to use this link will receive a 1-Hour Relaxation/Swedish Massage for only $50 (normally $65!)
Romantic Local Restaurants for Valentine’s Day
Headed out this Valentine’s Day? Here are some restaurants I think would make a very nice night out for Mom and Dad!
Chickpea Blondies – ReShape
for dessert, try this easy recipe for Chickpea Blondies from Ali Landry’s reShape site, which adds protein-packed chickpeas and peanut butter.
Pelvic Floor – Post Baby
It’s vital to consider your own postpartum care, even though your newborn will consume most of your energy.