Parenting

Thomas Shanley shares why second opinion provides invaluable insight as to whether you are on the right path, whether your agreement is fair and reasonable or whether some adjustment would benefit one or both of the parties.

Did you know that text messages and other electronic communications, such as e-mails, What’s App messages, and Facebook messages are increasingly being used in Connecticut divorce cases? The lawyers at Ferro & Battey, LLC share what is important to know to protect yourself- and your family!

Middle school is a critical time in a child’s learning development. Students are growing physically, socially, cognitively, and emotionally.

Big News for Parents in CT! In June, Governor Ned Lamont signed a law requiring all incoming Kindergartners to be 5 before entering Kindergarten. Previously, students needed to turn 5 by January 1st; starting in 2024, they must have their birthday by September 1st (aka the first day of school). To help answer a few questions we’ve been hearing from other local moms, we sat down with Connecticut State Senator Ryan Fazio to discuss the new law. Click link in bio for the scoop!

Thinking proactively about what your child will be
navigating when they return to a school schedule will make the
transition more successful. Here is your checklist from the anxiety institute.

Ever worry about your child’s desire to learn? Are you concerned that they do not feel as smart as other kids, but do not know how to change this outlook? A positive attitude can help them reshape their perspective on learning and what it means to achieve a goal. For years, researchers have looked into the effects of a “growth mindset,” where children focus on learning from their failures rather than worrying about being judged by them. We spoke to the experts at Connecticut Children’s to learn more about SIX ways to develop a child’s Growth Mindset to make them even more successful in life!

Are you in search of childcare for your new baby, or school-age children? Let us help you find a trustworthy, responsible, and highly qualified nanny. Boston Baby Nurse & Nanny, serving Connecticut, Massachusetts, Southern New Hampshire and Rhode Island, stands by your side throughout the search, during placement and after.

In today’s culture of parenting, and particularly when our children are young, it is easy to fall into a child centered routine. Below are some practical suggestions to move from a child centered routine to a routine that also encompasses your needs and the needs of a partner relationship by Julie Hall, MBA MS LMFT Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.

Fiddleheads Cooking Studio, offering a variety of after-school programs around Westchester since 2016, has launched a new high school program entitled Grassroots Kitchen. Grassroots is a year-long culinary training focusing on how food impacts our bodies, communities, and environment.

The latest in our Sports Series – everything you need to know about Greenwich Crew for girls!

Take your next steps in entrepreneurship with these 3 tips from Sara Alter, Founder and CEO of The Moment Group. 

Sleepaway camp provides a unique landscape for children to build independence, self-esteem and, most of all, resilience.

Recording family events and interactions may be all in good fun, but when one spouse starts recording another without his or her knowledge or consent, there can be major implications. Many people considering or going through a divorce ask whether they can make or use recordings, either audio or visual, as evidence in their case. These recordings can be useful. With the advancement of technology, however, the question of whether these recordings are legal is increasingly more complicated.

As parents, all of us often wonder – “Are my children spending too much time in front of screens?” The American Academy of Pediatrics and the World Health Organization recommends a variety of things depending on the child’s age, and provide recommendations for ways to help balance the screen time. Given screen time IS a reality for kids of this generation, we turned to Connecticut Children’s whose developmental pediatric experts share 7 ways you can help your child reduce their screen time…in a realistic way!

Every day at The Children’s School brings a feast of words, for the spoken word is more beautiful—and powerful—than you might imagine. Learn more about the importance of conversation in the classroom!

Looking for an exciting summer program for your preteen this summer? How about spending the summer on the Sound with Young Mariners Academy through Sound Waters?

The first in our sports series, everything you need to know about Spring Lacrosse in Greenwich!

The gift of music education is one of the best investments that parents can make for their children.