One of the things I love most about living on the Upper West Side is how many wonderful neighborhood coffee shops we have, each with its own personality. Whether you’re looking to settle in with a cappuccino and people-watch, grab a really good coffee on your way to the park, or bring the kids along …
If you have a kid with eczema, you probably know the feeling: you’re pulling on their pajamas after a bath and suddenly spot that bright red patch behind their knee. Or they wake up scratching at 2 a.m. and you’re standing in the bathroom trying to remember which cream helped last time. We’ve dealt with …
After several summers with our girls, London has become less of a destination and more of a second home. Every summer, we leave New York. We pack up and escape the sweltering heat of the city and the several-thousand-dollar-a-week summer camps. Although, to be fair, this year London decided to greet us with its own …
How we get our family of five—and three car seats—from Manhattan to JFK, LaGuardia and beyond without the usual airport-transfer stress. Getting to the airport with three little kids is one of those parts of travel that can be surprisingly stressful. Sure, we could take the subway, but the thought of navigating three kids, luggage, …
Our favorite family-friendly way to experience one of London’s most iconic summer traditions. For years, Wimbledon felt like one of those experiences we’d save until our daughters were older. We pictured long matches, expensive Centre Court tickets, and little attention spans that would disappear after about ten minutes. We couldn’t have been more wrong. Instead …
Everyone talks about getting your child ready for kindergarten. No one really talks about getting you ready. For me, the biggest surprise was how different it felt from preschool. Overnight, it became a bit of a black box. I went from getting little updates and photos throughout the day and chatting with teachers at pickup, …
Remote-control sailboats at Conservatory Water are charming, affordable, surprisingly relaxing, and one of our favorite NYC parenting wins. After five years of parenting in New York City, I can confidently say this is one of the best family activities in Central Park: remote-control sailboats at Conservatory Water. It’s affordable, charming, wonderfully old-school, and somehow never …
From cozy pizza spots and dim sum-adjacent noodles to pancakes, pastries, and an Upper East Side coffee stop with serious people-watching, these are a few of our favorite NYC restaurants to visit with kids — plus exactly what to order. Motorino Amazing Neapolitan pizzas, but this artichoke is incredible. Very Fresh Noodles Located in the …
There’s a certain rhythm to life with little kids—the kind of rhythm that isn’t glamorous, doesn’t photograph well, and isn’t talked about much. It’s made up of small moments, repeated hundreds of times: the morning scramble for socks, the midday snack requests, the quiet victories of getting everyone out the door on time. Amid the …
Raising three little girls while juggling two careers often feels like being the conductor of a very loud, very sticky orchestra. On a bad week, we’re drowning in “where are my shoes?” and “what’s for dinner?” On a good week, we’ve leaned on a few small, unglamorous systems that keep the wheels from falling off. …
After college, my introduction to public relations was at a wine importer in the Napa Valley. I spent my early professional years immersed in the world of wine, learning how to articulate quality, heritage, and craft across a wide range of producers. It shaped my palate—and my belief that wine should invite curiosity, not intimidation. …
London has always felt like our second home—a city that reveals its best self through the rhythm of its neighborhoods rather than the checklist of its landmarks. While most guides will point you toward the Changing of the Guard or the London Eye, the real magic of London with children isn’t found in the ticketed …
Every summer in Europe, I do the same slightly unhinged thing. I walk into a French pharmacie, head straight to the baby aisle, and clear the shelf of French baby liniment. Then I pack my suitcase and quietly hope I don’t get stopped at customs for what looks suspiciously like “commercial quantities” of baby products. …
The Goring manages to do the impossible: it is impeccably regal yet completely unpretentious. It’s the kind of place where the staff is dressed in morning suits, but they’ll also get down on one knee to talk to your children about the resident sheep. Belgravia’s Best Kept Secret From the moment you walk in, the …
One of the questions I hear most about raising three girls in Manhattan is, “Don’t you miss having a backyard?” I always give the same answer: we have two. Central Park sits just to our east with all its iconic, manicured grandeur, while Riverside Park stretches along the Hudson River to our west. Living here …
It’s been freezing in NYC this week, and we’ve officially reached the stir-crazy stage. When the weather traps us indoors, I’m always searching for activities that feel creative without being, well… overwhelming. My girls have always been crayon enthusiasts. I usually keep a stash in my bag for outings, which inevitably leads to a collection …
We visited the Bluey x CAMP experience in New York City just before Christmas (before the holiday décor went up), and I’ve been meaning to share an honest review. We’ve actually been huge fans of CAMP since our five-year-old was a baby. We used to spend so many afternoons at their Columbus Circle store, browsing, …
If you need a quick recipe that is forgiving, flexible, and completely unfazed by the chaos of family life, this is the one. This crisp does not care what fruit you throw into it. Frozen berries? Great. Peaches you rediscovered behind the ice packs? Fabulous. Fresh apples? Now you’re just showing off. It is also …
A real-life guide from a mom of three who doesn’t do primary colors. Three kids under six means our house is part toy store, part obstacle course. So when we buy gifts, we try to choose pieces that last and toys that grow with them, encourage creativity, and (bonus) don’t look terrible sitting out. For …
Walking through the farmers market a few weekends ago, I was inspired by a rainbow of tomatoes. Red, yellow, orange, and dozens of shapes and sizes. And what better day than Sunday for slow-cooked pasta? As the weather cools, there’s something so comforting about a pot simmering on the stove, the aroma filling every corner …
This one’s a weeknight hero. Like, “throw it together in one pan while you’re working from home and finishing up your last meeting” easy. And voila, dinner is ready in around 30 minutes. Normally dinner is full of “just one more bite” negotiations, but when I make this orzo, something magical happens and they actually …
Why the Four Seasons Hotel Montreal Is the Perfect Home Base There’s a long-standing belief that kids and luxury don’t mix—that there’s a category of hotels meant for “adults,” and a separate, clearly defined lane parents of young children are expected to stay in. And to be fair, some luxury properties absolutely reinforce that idea, …