On the Blogroll: Mommyish

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

You’re a mom. You’re trying to balance it all—family, career, some semblance of a social life. The women behind Mommyish.com understand how hard it can be, and they’ve compiled an easy-to-navigate, fun-to-read parenting site that blends news, features, and entertainment.

The most current feature story on the site is Koa Beck’s “Why I’m an Egg Donor.” In the piece, Koa tells the story of Wendie Wilson, a woman who has donated her eggs five times in the course of her life. Both Wendie and Koa explore the stigma attached to egg donation and the social implications of becoming an egg donor—especially in comparison to the generally non-stigmatized act of sperm donation.

The editorial team at Mommyish also posts bits of entertainment, like their celebrity “guess who” childhood photo. There are also some really great lists, including “8 Disney Movie Scenes I Refuse to Show My Daughter;” and “Top 5 Things to do While Feeding Your Newborn.” The photo galleries add an eye-catching touch to these smart, funny, informative posts. – Kimberly Mollo

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Atlantic Acting School

<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;" data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">Looking for a fun and exciting theater program for kids and teens? Join us at the Atlantic. Our programs are intense, exciting and fun!</span></p>

Plugged in Band

<div>Plugged In is a nonprofit program that offers online programs to student 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> </div> <div>Our programs include:</div> <div> </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> </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. </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.  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’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>