May 11, 2013
We’re thrilled to introduce today’s LTYM:NYC cast member, writer Tracy Beckerman. She’s been very busy traveling around the country to promote her wonderful book “Lost in Suburbia” which just launched. We’re so glad she was able to carve out time from her book tour to participate in Listen to Your Mother. TRACY BECKERMAN began writing after she moved with two young children to the suburbs of New Jersey from New York City as a way to find herself and share a few laughs about the endless sea of “mom bob” haircuts, minivans, and coordinated tennis outfits. What started out as a single column for a local NJ paper a few years ago turned into a hit and is now nationally syndicated to over 400 newspapers, 250 websites and reaches nearly 10 million readers in 25 states. Tracy has appeared on The Today Show, CBS Early Show and Better TV. Her latest blog posts and [...]
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May 9, 2013
Tooth Works Pediatric Dentistry is a relatively new practice on Manhattan’s Upper West Side. They officially opened their doors for patients in June 2012, but started building their current office from scratch last November, so everything in the office is brand new and state of the art. It’s also bright, cheerful, and very kid -and parent- friendly. Dr. Sejal Patel is one Tooth Works’ two dentists and she spoke to us about what makes her practice so special: LTYM: Tell us about Tooth Works – what is your philosophy, and what attracts moms and kids to your practice? Dr. Sejal: Well our main attraction is the time we spend with patients, especially for the first visit so that parents can ask any questions and that the patient/parent doesn’t feel rushed. This is particularly helpful when the patient is young or scared, or both. We are also very accessible to our patients. After the first [...]
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