We all have our up and downs, and this year hasn’t been any exception. It seems the older we get in life, the more serious we have to take things, and yet, the sadder we become because we’re missing out on the simple things in life that make us happy. The one thing that makes me happy, you ask? Well, this is it. It took me about 32 years to… Keep Reading
We have been members of the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) since Maximo was born. Until I became a mom, I didn’t realize (or have much interest) in knowing NYC has five – count them – FIVE zoos to visit (Bronx Zoo, the New York Aquarium, Central Park Zoo, Prospect Park Zoo & Queens Zoo), Our Favorite Zoos The Bronx Zoo was my ultimate favorite because I would drive up to… Keep Reading
MSG might be known for sports, but as a mom, I’ve become more familiar with the theater. (Did you even know they have one?) Throughout the year, they host many traveling family shows (over the holidays we saw the Grinch, and in February, Sesame Street Live) – so you should really bookmark them to watch what is coming up next. Just recently they hosted Feld’s Entertainment Disney Live: Three Classic Fairy… Keep Reading
I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for John Hancock. I attended an event and received a promotional item to thank me for my participation. Do you want the good news or the bad news first? Ok ok – you know how this goes: Bad news: Americans are, on average, five years older than their actual age, due to a number of health and wellness factors…. Keep Reading
To juice or not to juice. That is the question. Today it’s known that many “juices” that claim to be natural really aren’t, and they’re pumping so much sugar into these “healthy drinks” that really, it’s just best to give them water. And water you should. But, I’ve been doing a lot of research for my job (and as a mom) and I’ve found that not ALL juices are bad… Keep Reading
This is going to change your life. I really don’t know how I didn’t get into spiralizing sooner. I’ve seen it, but never really thought it would be that good. Even one of my sorority sister’s met and reviewed Ali’s book, Inspiralized, introduced me, and I STILL wasn’t sold. So I am not sure what really made me bite the bullet, but one day I just decided to grab one… Keep Reading
I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Carter’s. I received a complimentary gift card to facilitate my review and thank me for my participation. Spring is FINALLY making an appearance, and for us city moms, that means we can FINALLY let the kids play outdoors again. The grass and trees may not be popping with color yet, but that doesn’t mean your child’s wardrobe can’t!… Keep Reading
Last year I went all out to plan and create a huge Disney party for all of our friends and family at Raising Astoria. Read all about that amazing party with Pinterest tutorials and everything here. This year, I wanted it to be more intimate. There were a number of reasons, one mostly being the weather (we had to cancel once already and last year we had people get stuck… Keep Reading
Ok so I have a tiny secret. Yes I always talk about the great food that’s available in NYC – trust me, there is. But, you always have to have a reliable chain restaurant as well that you know is both delicious and offers healthy options for traveling, being that Maximo and I are always off on some adventure. My go-to has always been Panera, (as you’ve seen me… Keep Reading
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #MomsTrustHuggies #CollectiveBias I love being a NYC mom. It has it’s challenges that’s for sure, but like they say, if you can make it here you can make it anywhere. Being new york moms has it’s pros (culture, coffee on every corner, grocery delivery!) and cons (carrying strollers up and down subway steps)…. Keep Reading
