Family Life
Summertime Sports and Protecting Kids’ Smiles
Summer is one of the best times of the year for kids. Between baseball games, basketball camps, soccer tournaments, lacrosse clinics, and backyard fun with friends, many children spend the entire season running from one activity to the next.
As a Mom and Orthodontist…
As an orthodontist, I’m always looking for ways to make treatment better for my patients. But as a mother, I understand something even more important: life is busy.
A Relaxing Family Weekend
A Relaxing Family Weekend in Lancaster County, PA There’s just something about Lancaster that makes you instantly slow down. Maybe it’s the farmland, the quiet roads, or just the simplicity of it all. We spent the weekend soaking in all our favorite spots, eating...
Making Easter Feel Easier This Year
Every year, Easter somehow turns into a full day; church, baskets, outfits, hosting, desserts; all of it. And while I love it, I’ve realized I don’t need to do everything for it to feel special. So this year, I’m doing things a little differently. I’m Not...
Orthodontic Evaluation at Age 7
Why an Orthodontic Evaluation at Age 7 Can Support Healthy Airways, Better Sleep, and Growing Smiles
⚠️ Button Battery Safety: What Every Parent Needs to Know
Button batteries may be small, but they pose a serious risk to young children. Learn where they’re commonly found, why they’re dangerous, and how families can reduce the risk at home.
🎄Holiday Educational Coloring Pages (Free Printable PDF)
Free (Educational) Holiday Coloring Pages for Kids! If you’re looking for easy, festive activities for kids during the holiday season, you’re in the right place! These holiday-themed coloring pages are designed to support early learning skills while keeping kids...
Why Are Kids So Obsessed With “6–7” Right Now?
A quick breakdown + free printable coloring sheets!
Back to School with LI Speech!
As the days grow shorter and the air becomes crisp, it's a clear sign that the back-to-school season is upon us. For many families, this time of year marks a return to routines, homework, and the excitement of new beginnings. However, for children who face...
2023 Holiday Gift Guide!
Our 2023 Holiday Gift Guide to help you for all your holiday needs from local shops!
2023 WINTER FUN
Winter fun for you and your family!
Pumpkin Picking Guide- 2023
October has arrived & Long Island has some of the most beautiful sites and fun family activities around! From our fall festivals, farmers markets and u-pick farms why travel when everything you need is just around the corner?We know you have enough on your hands...
A Gift of a Smile with Dr. Gellerman
The Gift of A Smile What do you give to the person who has everything? How about a smile? This spring, a national market research firm reported that sales of lipstick are rising more than twice as fast as any other product in the beauty category. Known as the...
4th of July Fireworks Guide! 2022
We are a few days away from one of the biggest celebrations of the summer! We've rounded up some of the best places to see Fireworks in Suffolk County this year! See them below. Long Island Ducks Post Game Fireworks (July 2, 3, 12 and addtl. dates) Head out for a...
Virtual Activities for Kids! Sponsored by Modsy
When it comes to educational opportunities for our children, flexibility is key! Virtual Learning can be highly adaptable and often a more efficient way to meet students where they are academically, emotionally, and socially. Kids can learn on their own schedule, and accelerate on their own timeline.
Your First Orthodontist Visit with Hidden Smiles Orthodontics
Orthodontic treatment is one of the most important investments you can make for your smile and overall health. Choosing treatment with Hidden Smiles Orthodontics can be exciting, but you may also find yourself feeling a little overwhelmed, too. This is especially true...
Learn about INBRACE with Dr. Mita A. Parikh, DMD
Recently, we have had the pleasure of chatting with Dr. Pita A. Parikh, DMD about the world of braces! We all have those stories from our days of braces; picking out the color of rubber bands, worrying if you had food stuck in them, or even some funny stories, well...
Meet A Mom – Andrea Costanzo, R.D.M.S – Creator of W.O.M.B
Meet Andrea Constanzo, R.D.M.S - Creator of W.O.M.B (Wonders of my Belly) at home sonogram service! During these uncertain times with Covid-19, many doctors offices are limiting the amount of people allowed in the room at a time. For a mother during pregnancy, having...
Meet A Dad: Father’s Day Edition with Dr. Aidan Glackin, DDS
In honor of Father's Day, meet Huntington's very own - Dr. Aidan Glackin, D.D.S., winner of the 2020 Long Island's "Best Dentist & Best Cosmetic Dentist". We have had the pleasure of getting to know Dr. Glackin and his staff, and was able to chat with him about...
