Features
A Total Sweet Hart
Everyone’s favorite teenage witch, Melissa Joan Hart is now a mom of three—and still a TV star with singular charm
Moms We Love
This year’s group of local mom heroes reminds us of the many ways to contribute to family life in the city
Hot Summer Programs For Cool City Kids
A preview of great children’s programs for summer fun and learning
When Day Is The Way
Many day camps now attract older campers who appreciate their mix of programs and attractions
Terrific Twosomes
Discover some of the city’s best mommy & me classes
Registry Rescue
Ten tips for taking the stress out of the baby checklist
Family Fun Guide
Ten Great Events For May
NYC wildflower week, all about frogs, block building galore, and more
Home & Away
Quality Time
Three whimsical springtime recipes for kids: Petite Watermelons, Rainbow Cookes, and Sweetie Pie Pie Pops
Travel
Where the wild trips are: America’s most underrated national parks
Columns
Editor’s Note
Big hug
Contests & Special Events
The New York Baby Show, Blackboard Awards, Ultimate Nursery Giveaway, and New York Family on Pinterest
It’s My Party
Birthday celebrations at FAO Schwarz, The Gaga Center, and All Souls
Kid Report
Two weeks at St. Jude Children’s Hospital turned an NYC Teenager into a dedicated advocate for its mission
Scoop
NYC’s newest kids’ gym, African-inspired fashion, delicious cupcake crawl, and more
LYSST
Pass these fabulyss Mother’s Day gift ideas to your partner—or just treat yourself!
Activity Of The Month
A writer reflects on some important life lessons that horseback riding taught her
A Special Place
With the addition of specialized programming for 3- to 5-year-olds, Gymboree is more popular than ever with city families
Growing Up
A prominent author finds the secrets of successful families in some unlikely places
The Last Word
Hoping mightily for a natural childbirth, a local mom labored through 20 hours of contractions before wrestling with a different choice
