On the Blogroll: Manhattan Mom

The NYMetroParents blogroll features the best blogs in the parenting world, from New York and beyond. Here’s a closer look at why we love these mom bloggers and dad bloggers and how they’re shaping the web for parenting today.

Blogging From: New York, New York

If you’re a mommy living in Manhattan, chances are you’ve heard of ManhattanMom.com, a site that offers reviews for nearly everything, from toys to restaurants and events, staying true to their tagline: “Mom-Tested & Approved.” The popular site also offers tips and deals for bargain-hunting parents.

Editorial director Gwynn Cassidy and her team, including a designated Daddy Editor, offer a platform for parents to also review for restaurants, stores, and salons, and products like strollers, children’s books, toys, and more. When rating a venue, readers are asked to rate the place out of 5 stars and are asked the quality of child amenities, if it featured any.

For parents who are on the go, the homepage provides quick links to MTA sites for traffic, bus and subway schedules, and escalator operations. Also, a school admission timeline offers advice on navigating the New York City school system while a tab for “Freebies, Deals & Stuff to Win” offers readers the chance to win toys, books, and other products. — Kimberly Mollo

Athletic Association of Yorkville Youths

<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;" data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">Serving the families and children of NYC for over 50 years with high-quality recreational activities that foster life-lessons which empower young people to succeed beyond sports. Our programs encourage positive attitudes and growth through teamwork and sportsmanship, attendance, fair play, respect, hard work, integrity and fun. Your child can participate in clinics and leagues in such sports as baseball, basketball, flag-football, lacrosse, soccer, hockey, wrestling, track, and tennis. We also offer weekly dodgeball tournaments, drama and musical theater workshops, and after school programs.</span></p>

Plugged in Band

<div>Plugged In is a nonprofit program that offers online programs to student&nbsp;musicians (Ages 10-18) in a non-competitive environment and provides band and individual performance opportunities in support of community and charitable causes.</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Our programs include:</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Rock Band Classes</div> <div>Private Music Lessons</div> <div>Summer Camp</div> <div>Digital/Audio Production</div> <div>Songwriting and Recording Workshops</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Oh and hey parents, we are now offering private music lessons and our rock band program for adults too. Reach out to us for more information.&nbsp;</div>

British Swim School - Manhattan

<p>The premier learn-to-swim provider for people of all ages, offering programs for children ages 3-months through adults.&nbsp; British Swim School uses gentle teaching methods and a survival-first approach to help people of all experience levels become safer, stronger swimmers. British Swim School&rsquo;s safe, fun, and effective instructional program has made it the preferred choice for parents and students for over 40 years. Come see the British Swim School difference!</p>