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You & Me Cookie: Mompreneurs Heather Mahland and Kyle de Lasa's Wholesome New Sweets Line
Larchmont, NY, mompreneurs and friends Heather Mahland and Kyle de Lasa opened You & Me Cookie in 2009, with a wholesome (high fiber, nut-free, preservative-free) recipe that's been passed down through the generations. We sat down with the duo to find out where their inspiration came from, how they got the business started, and what it's like to juggle work and family life. (read the story...)

TestTUBES: Four Sisters and Mompreneurs Put Their Business Skills to the Test
Sisters Linda Carnevale, Laura Halperin, Gabriella Galante, and Dana Goetz, created TestTUBES, a test-taking survival kit for students. We sat down with the four mompreneurs to find out where their inspiration came from, what it's like working together, and what the future holds for their business. (read the story...)

Saurette: Modern Fashions for the Playground Set
The Saurette clothing line emerged in 2009, with a modern take on children's fashion. We sat down with founder and mom-of-two Lisa Kanouse to find out how she got the collection started, how she manages a work/family balance, and what's next for Saurette. (read the story...)

Child Star Candace Cameron Dishes on Healthy Eating and Being a Mom
You may remember her as D.J. Tanner on the popular 80’s TV show, Full House, but actress Candace Cameron Bure is all grown up! The actress has three children with husband—and hockey player—Valerie Bure, and is back for a second season of the ABC Family show Make It Or Break It. NY Metro Parents sat down with Candace to find out how she’s celebrating the 30th anniversary of the iconic juice box, how she juggles motherhood and a career and finds time to make sure her family eats healthy. (read the story...)

Coach to Coach: How to Make Your Child's Sports Season a Success
A dad of four and veteran coach shares his insights on how to make your child's next team season — whether you're coaching or cheering from the sidelines — a success. (read the story...)

Long Island Mompreneur Holly Xerri: Creator of the Camiband
We sat down with Holly Xerri, Long Island mom of two and creator of the Camiband, to find out where she found her inspiration, how she juggles work and family life, and what's next for her business. (read the story...)

Mompreneur Jessica Cohen: Founder of LupRocks
Jessica Cohen founded LupRocks, a product placement business, in 2002. We sat down with Cohen to find out how she got the business off the ground, what it's like to juggle work and family life, and where she sees the business heading. (read the story...)

Ouidad: Carving Her Own Niche
Ouidad, also know as the "Queen of Curl," was a pioneer in the hair business. We sat down with this celebrated hair stylist (and mom of two) to find out how she found her niche, how she balances work and family life, and what advice she has for other mompreneurs. (read the story...)

Mompreneur: Dr. Ellenmorris Tiegerman Opens Third School for Language Development on Long Island
Long Island mom Dr. Ellenmorris Tiegerman is the founder of three schools for language development in the Long Island and Queens area. A new high school will open up in Richmond Hill in September. This year also marks the 25th anniversary of the opening of Tiegerman's first school in Glen Cove. We caught up with the mom of six to discuss what she's learned along the way and what her plans are for the future. (read the story...)

Mompreneur: Beth Manners French and Spanish for Kids
Westport mom and entrepreneur Beth Manners has created French and Spanish language programs for young children. Here, Manners tells us how she got the business started, the effect it's had on her family, and what advice she has for other mompreneurs. (read the story...)

Manhattan Mompreneur Donna Slade and Heidi's Home Design, LLC
Manhattan mom Donna Slade launched Heidi's Home Design, LLC, in 2007. We sat down with Slade to discuss how she got her business started, what challenges she ran into, and how she manages the work/life balance. Slade also shares her advice for other mompreneurs. (read the story...)

Celebrity Parents: Gossip Girl's Kelly Rutherford
Get to know Gossip Girl star Kelly Rutherford, a Manhattan mother of two. We sat down with Rutherford to discuss her career, her charity work, and what it's like being mom to Hermes and Helena. (read the story...)

Founded on Friendship: Nassau County Momprenuers Cofound Student Backup
Stay-at-home moms Maggie Tolkin and Amy Motschwiller, both residents of Brookville, NY, founded Student Backup, an online computer backup software program, in 2005. We sat down with the duo to discuss who inspires them, what they've learned, and how they keep their friendship intact while running a business. (read the story...)

MomBiz: Suffolk County Mom Donna Walther’s Personalized Puppy Treats
Smithtown mom Donna Walther is the owner and founder of Puppy Personal, Inc., a company that produces personalized dog treats. We sat down with Walther to find out how she got the business off the ground, how she juggles work and family life, and what advice she has for other mom entrepreneurs. (read the story...)

MomBiz: Fairfield County's JoAnn LoGiurato Savors the Taste of Her New Career
Wilton, CT, resident and former stay-at-home-mom JoAnn LoGiurato turned her passion for wine into an events business called Dancing on Grapes. We sat down with LoGiurato to discuss how she found her niche, how she juggles work and family life, and what's next for her business. (read the story...)

MomBiz: Jill Brack's Gluten-Free Goodies
Jill Brack, a Manhattan mom of one who founded Glow™ Gluten Free, talks to us about having celiac disease, starting her own business, and getting inspiration from daughter Stella. (read the story...)

Book Review: 'How to Sew a Button: And Other Nifty Things Your Grandmother Knew'
Author Erin Bried weaves pearls of wisdom from our nation's grandmothers into a heartwarming guide that celebrates the simple things in life. (read the story...)

Celebrity Parent Jennie Garth: From Beverly Hills 90210 Teen to Veggie Queen
Actress and mother of three Jennie Garth, best known for her role as Kelly Taylor on the TV series "Beverly Hills 90210," is now a spokesperson for Hidden Valley's "Love Your Veggies" campaign. Garth talks to us about life with three daughters, veggie advocacy, and her upcoming projects. (read the story...)

Suffolk County Mom's Food Shears Make Kids' Meal Time Fun and Safe
Anila Nitekman, a Greenlawn resident and mother of two, talks to us about how she invented the Tiny Bites Food Shears, which make cutting up children's food a breeze. (read the story...)

Natalie Fabian and Alexandra Wells: Fairfield County, CT Moms and Founders of Ellie Mim’s Social Stationery
Westport, CT residents Natalie Fabian and Alexandra Wells balance family, friendship, and running their own business. (read the story...)

Talking with Tanea Smith, Founder of She's Got Papers
Brooklyn resident Tanea Smith draws inspiration for her online stationery boutique from everyday life with her two children. (read the story...)

Meet the Stars of 'The 101 Dalmatians Musical'
"The 101 Dalmatians Musical" begins its New York City tour April 7. Read about the show's canine cast, including 1-year-old Rascal, who went from abandoned pup to spotlight superstar. (read the story...)

Katherine Paterson Gives Advice on Children's Books
Read our exclusive interview with Katherine Paterson, National Ambassador for Young People's Literature, award-winning author, and mother of four, for advice on what your kids should be reading. (read the story...)

Suffolk County Mom Rebecca Lesser: Her New Lunchbox Keeps the Germs Away
Rebecca Lesser, the East Patchogue, NY, mom who founded The MatSack, Inc., was inspired to reinvent the lunchbox from real-life experiences with her daughter. Find out how she made her idea into a reality and how she now juggles business and family life. (read the story...)

Nassau County Mom Laura Lynn Iacono, Founder of One Potato, Two Tomato
Laura Lynn Iacono, a mother of two from Nassau County, Long Island, discusses nutrition and health for kids and families, which is the focus of her education center "One Potato, Two Tomato" in Albertson, NY. (read the story...)

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