ChristineMcGrath

Christine is Wives and Moms of Long Island's blogger. She's been a wife and a stepmom since 2018. And she's the best dog mom!
Questions to Ask: A Real Estate Agent
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Questions to Ask: A Real Estate Agent

Whether you’re buying or selling your home, here are some helpful questions to ask a real estate agent. At some point, every family faces the big decision: buying or selling a home. Maybe it’s your very first house, or maybe it’s the place where you’ve built years of memories. Either way, the process can feel […]

I Just Decided to Leave My Spouse — What’s Next?
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I Just Decided to Leave My Spouse — What’s Next?

Lean on your support system as you navigate this tough time. Marriage is never simple. Deciding to end one is among the hardest choices you’ll ever face. You may have weighed the pros and cons, sought advice and even tried to make things work, but nothing has changed. Now that you’ve made the decision to […]

Questions to Ask: A Therapist
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Questions to Ask: A Therapist

Asking these questions as you see a new therapist will help to make sure you make the most out of your sessions. Whether you’re meeting with a therapist for the first time or starting fresh with someone new, the idea of opening up can feel overwhelming. This is the person who will listen to the […]

What I Wish I Knew Before Buying a House
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What I Wish I Knew Before Buying a House

Keep these things in mind before buying your own home. Congrats on buying your first home! Some of us have already been through the process, and some are just starting the search. While you probably have your checklist ready, the journey can be both overwhelming and exciting. In the rush to closing, there are a […]

Questions to Ask: Home Contractors
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Questions to Ask: Home Contractors

Whether it’s a small upgrade or a big renovation, there are important things you need to ask when hiring a home contractor. Hiring a contractor can feel like you’re stepping into unfamiliar territory – especially if it’s your first major home project. Whether you’re renovating a kitchen, adding a bathroom or building from the ground […]

Questions to Ask: On College Tours
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Questions to Ask: On College Tours

Whether it’s your oldest child or youngest child going to college, these questions will put your mind at ease. It’s an exciting – and let’s be honest, slightly nerve-wracking – season. Your baby, whether it’s your firstborn or your youngest, is officially college-bound. For many families, this means your child will be living away from […]

Long Island Aquarium Offers A Fun Day Out For the Whole Family
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Long Island Aquarium Offers A Fun Day Out For the Whole Family

From April to September, Long Island Aquarium is offering discounted pricing and coupons for its 25th anniversary. If you’re looking for a fun day out for the whole family – rain or shine – then head out to Riverhead and visit the Long Island Aquarium. Celebrating its 25th anniversary, the Long Island Aquarium offers something […]

I Want To Put In a Pool – What’s Next
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I Want To Put In a Pool – What’s Next

Putting in a pool can be a huge lift, but the payoff is a beautiful yard for years to come. Whether you’ve just moved into a new home, or you’ve been staring off into your yard for years dreaming of putting in a pool, there is a lot of decision making and planning that goes […]

Mother Spreads Awareness About HG After Pregnant Daughter Takes Her Own Life
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Mother Spreads Awareness About HG After Pregnant Daughter Takes Her Own Life

Reports say 26-year-old Jessica Cronshaw suffered from an extreme version of pregnancy sickness. Three years after her pregnant daughter took her own life, a mother is spreading awareness about a debilitating condition she suffered from. In 2022, 26-year-old Jessica Cronshaw, of England, was 28 weeks pregnant when she took her own life, according to ITV […]