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 […]
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 […]
In Wives and Moms of Long Island’s monthly “Am I Overreacting?” series, we answer an anonymous submission asking that question. Here’s what we think – how about you? Dear Wives and Mothers, My husband painted our living room without talking to me about it first, I happen to love it. I am just annoyed that […]
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 […]
Going through fertility treatments can be a daunting process. Here’s what to expect before starting IVF. Learning that you’ll have to use IVF to start a family can be an overwhelming feeling. In our last installment, I went over a few basics about starting the process. In part 2, I’ll go over a little bit […]
You’ve decided to start working out! Here are the 7 questions to ask a personal trainer, to ensure you’re meeting with a qualified professional. Joining a gym or committing to a workout plan is a great step to getting healthy. The stronger and more conditioned you are, the better you can move around in the […]
In Wives and Moms of Long Island’s monthly “Am I Overreacting?” series, we answer an anonymous submission asking that question. Here’s what we think – how about you? Dear Wives and Moms, I am 6 months pregnant and my husband and I went out with some friends for dinner. They decided to go out to […]
Whether it’s for health or aesthetic reasons, deciding to get in shape is a great choice with endless long-term benefits. If you want to start working out, here’s what to do next. Maybe you got a wake up call from your doctor. Maybe you need to keep up with your kids. Maybe you want to […]
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 […]
Buying a house and signing a mortgage doesn’t have to be as scary as it seems. Congrats! You’ve found the perfect home. Before you started searching, you probably got preapproved for a mortgage, which is an offer from the bank (not a commitment) to lend you a specific amount. And it’s usually good for 90 […]