Ready for Anything!
There’s nothing like an emergency to reveal how prepared – or unprepared – you are for situations beyond your control. September is National Preparedness Month. Here’s what you need to know to be prepare for emergencies such as floods, major storms, fires or other disasters.

FROM OUR MAGAZINE
Apples: Pick-Your-Own
Drag your children away from the video games and get outdoors for some fabulous family fun. There’s nothing like picking your very own apples off the tree. It seems to make children extra eager to eat them once you are home.

A Powerful Partnership
Parents play a vital role in educating their children. Numerous studies have found children whose parents are actively involved in their education are more motivated and achieve higher grades. Learn how you can foster a powerful relationship with your child’s new teacher to make the most of this school year.

TIMELY INFORMATION & SUPPORT
Pass (on) the Salt
Most children today consume far too much salt. Follow a typical 10-year-olds diet and then see how our Registered Dietician, Elisa Bremner, teaches you to easily slash the sodium without sacrificing fun or flavor.

VIDEO
Welcome to WestchesterMommy.com
A new website that links you to videos that show an up-close, inside view of local classes and activities. How brilliant – you can try a trial class without ever leaving your home! Participate in fun Westchester Mommies Events and take advantage of their special discounts. Be sure to see our editor Jean Sheff talk about summer fun for families in the in the vlog section. Click here to find out what it’s all about.

Pregnancy & Parenting in the News
Daily news feeds bring you the most up-to-date information on all things parenting – from pregnancy to baby and child health, development and behavior.

PARENTING RESOURCES
• Parenting Tips
• Pregnancy Tools