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Raising Happy, Healthy Families in the Communities We Love
Dear Readers,
August signals the winding down of summer but also the quiet ramp-up to a new season of growth, learning, and meaningful routines. In this issue, we focus on the most important elements that help families thrive: connection, health, and local joy.
We’re especially honored to share the story of Britta Mulderrig, founder of Jasper, a platform designed to help people process grief through honest conversations and community. Britta’s Darien roots make this feature even more personal, and her mission is one that touches us all.
We also explore two powerful health perspectives for families. In our feature with Dr. Anna Simonis, a beloved pediatric dentist in New Canaan, we learn how compassion and communication are at the heart of lifelong oral health. And Dr. Julie Sweeney walks us through the gut-brain connection , and how supporting the gut can profoundly impact your child’s mood, focus, and emotional well-being. Just in time for the new school year.
In her monthly column, our dietitian, Alyssa Lavy, brings the season to your plate with a delicious, fresh take on a summer salad featuring strawberries. A recipe that nourishes and delights in equal measure.
And finally, we lean into the local lifestyle with Megan Schinella, who shares some of her favorite family activities and experiences around town that align beautifully with this issue’s theme of Kids & Pets. Whether you’re looking for a last-minute adventure or a way to bring more intentionality into your everyday, Megan’s picks are pure gold.
Here’s to the final stretch of summer! May it be filled with fresh flavors, new ideas, and the kind of memories that stick with your family for years to come.
1 - 7: New Canaan Dog Days Delights Families and Furry Friends in Support of Adopt-A-Dog and New Canaan Nature Center. This beloved community celebration, hosted by Pet Pantry Warehouse, welcomed families and pet lovers for a day of dog-friendly activities, food trucks, and giveaways. Guests enjoyed everything from agility demonstrations and pet portraits to free samples and contests for pups of all sizes. Sponsors included First Mate, Raised Right, and Open Farm. @ppwpet 1: Sarina Jacobson 2: Rachel Lampen, Graham Lampen 3: Bill Flynn 4: Caden and Stephanie Kriegsman 5: Brian Flynn, Ari Jacobson, Roy Adams, Adam Jacobson 6: Ari Jacobson and Sarina Jacobson 7: Sarah Langmuir
8 - 14: New Canaan Dog Days Delights Families and Furry Friends in Support of Adopt-A-Dog and New Canaan Nature Center. This beloved community celebration, hosted by Pet Pantry Warehouse, welcomed families and pet lovers for a day of dog-friendly activities, food trucks, and giveaways. Guests enjoyed everything from agility demonstrations and pet portraits to free samples and contests for pups of all sizes. Sponsors included First Mate, Raised Right, and Open Farm. @ppwpet 8: Sarah Bamford 9: Ben Vaccaro 10:
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Summer Strawberry Spinach Salad
Y SPINACH SA L A D WITH A HON
ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY BY ALYSSA LAVY, MS, RD, CDN
Summer Strawberry Spinach Salad
INGREDIENTS
(serves 6-8)
SALAD:
• 1 C quinoa, dry, rinsed
• 6 oz baby spinach
• 6 oz arugula
• 32 oz strawberries
• ¾ C feta cheese, crumbled
• ¾ C pumpkin seeds, hulled
DRESSING:
• ½ C olive oil
• ½ C honey
• ¼ C balsamic vinegar
• 2 Tbsp balsamic glaze
• Juice from 1 lemon (approximately 3 Tbsp)
• ¼ tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
5. Add all dressing ingredients (olive oil, honey, balsamic vinegar, balsamic glaze, lemon juice, salt, pepper) to a medium sized bowl. Mix together with a whisk or spoon until all ingredients are well combined.
6. Pour dressing over salad contents and use a large spoon or a serving spoon and large serving fork to mix all components until dressing is evenly distributed. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Note: This salad can be stored in an airtight container and stored for 1-2 days. Since the dressing is mixed into the salad, it will taste best when first made so it is recommended to serve immediately.
DIRECTIONS
1. Cook quinoa according to package directions. Typically 1 C dry quinoa is brought to a boil with 2 C water and simmered for 15 minutes until quinoa is slightly translucent with a visible ring and all water is absorbed. Transfer to a bowl, set cooked quinoa aside and let cool while proceeding with next steps.
2. Wash and thoroughly dry spinach and arugula. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
3. Wash, pat dry and cut strawberries into quarters (or smaller if strawberries are very large). Add to greens.
4. Add feta cheese, pumpkin seeds and cooked quinoa to large mixing bowl. Set bowl aside.
This Strawberry Spinach Salad will have you enjoying the best flavors of summer before the season comes to an end. The strawberries, arugula, and slightly sweet and citrusy dressing are the perfect combination of seasonal flavor for this light yet satisfying salad. The quinoa, cheese and pumpkin seeds provide satiating protein, while the greens, berries, quinoa and pumpkin seeds provide gut-healthy fiber. Plus, this salad is suitable for both gluten free and vegetarian diets – and can be made appropriate for vegan diets by omitting the cheese (or choosing for a plant-based alternative) and swapping the honey for pure maple syrup. It’s the perfect salad for entertaining and enjoying the last of summer barbecues, poolside get-togethers and dinner parties under the stars!
Alyssa Lavy
Alyssa Lavy, MS, RD, CDN, CPT is a registered dietitian, personal trainer and mom of 2. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from The George Washington University and her Master of Science in Nutrition and Exercise Science from Teachers College Columbia University, where she also completed her dietetic internship. She has been an ACSM certified personal trainer for over a decade. Alyssa is the owner of Alyssa Lavy Nutrition & Wellness, a wellness brand offering nutrition communications, program development and consulting services for individuals and corporations.
Grieving Through It
BRITTA MULDERRIG IS THE FOUNDER OF JASPER, A PLATFORM THAT HELPS PEOPLE PROCESS GRIEF.
TELL US ABOUT THE IDEA TO CREATE JASPER?
To know me over the last 15 years was to know my dog Jasper. Jasper was my baby.
Jasper passed away a year-and-a-half ago. During that time, two of my best friends lost parents. We started to have these profound conversations about loss and purpose, and also about “disenfranchised” grief: suicide, pet loss, drug overdose, and estrangement.
I kept wondering why it was so difficult to feel supported. Why is grief so taboo and so scary for people, especially in western cultures, to discuss out loud? I figured that if I am feeling this way, others must be too.
The current tools to deal with grief are static content like podcasts, and time-boxed care through therapy. These are helpful, but they are not always dynamic and fluid to our evolving emotional states during grief.
The Jasper app is a grief support digital companion that blends community, curated tools, and on-demand care. People can sign-up for sessions led by grief counselors, or chat privately with a grief counselor or community member.
TAKE US THROUGH YOUR JOURNEY TO FINDING YOUR DOG JASPER, HOW DID YOU KNOW HE WAS “THE ONE” (OR AS SOME ON TIKTOK CALL IT, YOUR “SOUL DOG”)?
I grew up in Fairfield County, Connecticut, where I went to public schools. After high school I went to the University of Tampa, where I studied PR and advertising with a focus on web development and design. After college I started working with Tampa’s pro-hockey team the Tampa Bay Lightning. A lot of my friends left Tampa after college, and I always knew I wanted a dog as a companion. I started looking, prioritizing finding a female dog. But something hit me when I saw Jasper.
I remember being in front of a litter of black and tan Maltese Yorkies (Morkies). He was going crazy, jumping up and down, so excited and so full of energy. I left with him that day, and he was by my side ever since.
ARTICLE BY ARIELLA STEINHORN | PHOTOGRAPHY BY STEPHANIE LYNN STUDIOS
After that we moved around a lot–to Minneapolis, Los Angeles, and eventually New York City with Google. I was excited to be closer to my family, who still live in Darien. An opportunity to grow Uber in Connecticut came to me in June 2014. I took the role and moved back to Stamford to manage Uber’s marketing in Connecticut.
Moving around never bothered me, because I always had Jasper. He made me feel like the most important person in the world, and I never felt alone.
WHAT WAS IT LIKE LOSING JASPER?
Jasper’s death was heartbreaking. I’m still not sure how I made it through.
When Jasper got sick, I was actually in the process of freezing my eggs. I found out that he had cancer the day before my retrieval.
While he was sick, I was incredibly lucky to have a support system, including my vet Dr. Shelley Skopit at Park Animal Hospital in Darien, and specialist Dr. Marnin Foreman and team at Cornell Vet in Stamford.
HOW DID THIS MAKE YOU REEVALUATE YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH GRIEF?
I always knew Jasper’s loss was going to absolutely devastate me. But nobody can prepare you for how viscerally that void is immediately felt.
After Jasper died I asked my therapist Stephen what I should do, and something that he said stuck with me: I would be doing myself a disservice if I didn’t truly feel my grief and work through it.
WHEN DID JASPER THE COMMUNITY AND APP LAUNCH? HAS ANYTHING LIKE IT EXISTED?
Grief is one of the biggest consumer sectors, as it’s something that everyone has to deal with at some point in life. But there is little to no innovation in this space.
Realizing how difficult it was to navigate grief in one place, I launched Jasper by myself with the help of a psychiatrist nurse practitioner friend. At first, I reached out to some people on Facebook and Reddit, and asked if they would be interested in joining.
“We want to be a platform for emotional transitions, supporting people across a lifetime of loss, change and resilience.”
And the interest grew and grew. One in five of our members come from referrals. We now have multiple virtual support groups around the world every day, talking about issues like early grief, opening up your home to a new pet, and navigating the new normal of routine without your pet.
WHAT IS THE FUTURE PLAN FOR THE APP AND THE COMMUNITY?
I recently brought on my co-founder Todd Sifleet, a former Uber colleague who is an artificial intelligence and natural language processing (NLP) expert.
We’re building an artificial intelligence component as a supplement, not a substitute for human care. This means counselors will be accessible, and support will be instant and available 24/7.
Pet loss is our first area to tackle, and then we will move on to other forms of “disenfranchised” grief: those dealing with pregnancy and fertility grief, loss to suicide and overdose, and non-death griefs like estrangement and identity shifts.
We want to be a platform for emotional transitions, supporting people across a lifetime of loss, change and resilience. In a time when bereavement is rushed and many losses are considered unworthy of support, we want to shift how people deal with hard things in life
If you're interested in learning more, visit jaspertheapp.com.
Little Smiles, Big Trust
ARTICLE BY LAURA SABIA
PHOTOGRAPHY BY BROOK ROAD PHOTOGRAPHY
In a world where so many adults still carry anxiety about going to the dentist, Dr. Anna Simonis is setting out to rewrite that story. Starting with the youngest smiles. As the beloved pediatric dentist behind New Canaan Pediatric Dentistry, Dr. Simonis brings more than clinical expertise to her practice. She brings heart, humor, empathy, and an instinctive ability to connect with children and parents alike.
HOW DR. ANNA SIMONIS IS CHANGING THE WAY CHILDREN FEEL ABOUT THE DENTIST
“WHAT I WANT MOST IS FOR KIDS TO SAY, ‘I LOVE GOING TO THE DENTIST.’ THAT’S HOW WE START CHANGING THINGS—ONE LITTLE SMILE AT A TIME.”
Dr. Simonis didn’t always know she’d go into pediatric dentistry. In fact, she studied with the intent of becoming a child psychologist. But while working as a dental assistant in college, she witnessed the profound impact a compassionate dentist could have on children. “The dentist I worked for had this special way with kids. I was studying psychology at the time and suddenly it clicked and this was my path,” she says.
That early lightbulb moment continues to guide her work today. “The biggest part of my philosophy is just being authentically me,” Dr. Simonis shares. “Kids know. They sense when you’re being real. And when I show up as myself, they show up as themselves. We connect.”
Walk into her practice and you’ll quickly understand what makes it so special. With TVs on the ceiling, helium balloons for every visit, and fun nicknames for dental tools (“Mr. Thirsty,” “Tooth Tickler”), New Canaan Pediatric Dentistry is more playdate than procedure. But beyond the glitter and giggles is a well-oiled, state-of-the-art dental team that takes oral health seriously.
“Helping children feel comfortable and even excited about the dentist is not as hard as people think,” she says. “You just have to meet them where they are, talk about their lives, ask about their favorite color or what they ate at Apple Cart today. You treat them like the VIPs they are.”
New Canaan Pediatric Dentistry
New Canaan Pediatric Dentistry is anything but ordinary. With televisions on the ceiling playing kids’ favorite shows, helium balloons after each visit, and whimsical names for their tools like “Mr. Thirsty,” Dr. Simonis and her team go above and beyond to create a fun, welcoming environment. The goal? Make every child feel like the star of the show. But behind the scenes is a top-tier practice that prioritizes prevention, advanced digital technology, and a compassionate, team-based approach. Whether it’s chatting about school, vacation plans, or favorite local parks, it’s all part of the magic that makes this dental experience not just tolerable—but downright joyful. As Dr. Simonis puts it: “When we connect with our patients as people first, the care follows naturally.”
But the magic doesn’t stop with the kids. Dr. Simonis is also deeply aware of how vital it is to build trust with parents. “Honestly, one of the hardest parts of my job is helping parents feel at ease. But being a mom myself, I get it. I know what it’s like to want the absolute best for your child. That empathy is at the center of everything I do.”
That mindset flows through every element of the practice. “Prevention is huge,” she emphasizes. “We take a conservative approach to treatment and use top-tier digital equipment to ensure safety and precision. And our team? They’re everything. From the front desk to our sterilization techs to my incredible associate Dr. Michaela Matos, everyone plays a role in the experience we deliver.”
With 15 years of service to the New Canaan community under her belt, Dr. Simonis is as passionate as ever about shifting the narrative around oral health. “There is so much more to oral health than people realize,” she says. “It connects to your heart, your brain, your gut. When you start young and build that positive association with going to the dentist, you’re building a foundation for lifelong wellness.”
It’s this holistic, heart-first approach that has earned Dr. Simonis the trust of generations of families. “What I want most is for kids to say, ‘I love going to the dentist.’ That’s how we start changing things—one little smile at a time.”
ARTICLE BY MEGAN SCHINELLA
Local Experiences
THE BEST PLACES AND THINGS TO DO IN OUR AREA.
Grab the kids, pack your bags and hit the town for some end of summer fun. Use this list for some family-friendly adventures that will do everything from raising your heart rate, excite the little ones, and create lasting memories together.
1. Lake Compounce | New England’s oldest amusement park is packed with thrills and splashes. With kid friendly rides, coasters for teens, and the massive Crocodile Cove water park, there’s something for every age and plenty of ways to cool off. Bristol, CT.
2. Bronx Zoo | One of the largest zoos in the U.S., it's a full-day adventure. Ride the monorail, feed sea lions, or wander through the Butterfly Garden. Bonus: there’s shade and splash zones for those steamy August days. Bronx, NY.
3. Kendra Scott | Beat the heat at the Color Bar. Choose from 40+ styles and 50+ stones to create jewelry pieces of your dreams, includes necklaces, rings, earrings, and bracelets. White Plains, NY.
4. The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum | Enter the wacky, colorful world of Seuss. This interactive museum is great for young readers and curious minds, plus there's a whole complex of museums nearby if you want to keep the day going. Springfield, MA.
5. Playland Park | A waterfront amusement park with vintage charm, kiddie rides, roller coasters, and a beach boardwalk. There's even a small water area to splash around in and fireworks on select summer nights! Rye, NY.
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ARTICLE BY DR. JULIE SWEENEY, INTEGRATIVE PEDIATRICIAN AT SPROUTWELL
HAPPY BELLIES, HappyBrains
HOW THE GUT-BRAIN CONNECTION CAN SUPPORT YOUR CHILD’S MOOD AND FOCUS
If your child seems more irritable after a sugar-filled birthday party… or suddenly calmer after a week of home-cooked meals, that’s not just a coincidence. Science continues to show that what’s happening in your child’s belly can have a big impact on their brain.
This is called the gut-brain connection, and it's a fascinating, growing field of research that helps explain why digestion, mood, immunity, and even focus are all linked. Your child’s gut is home to trillions of microbes that make up the gut microbiome. Nurturing it may help support better behavior, fewer meltdowns, and clearer thinking.
So, what can you do as a parent? Here are a few simple, powerful ways to nourish your child’s gut and, in turn, support their brain and emotional well-being:
“Good gut health isn’t just about food. Sleep, movement, and unstructured play all help reduce stress, regulate digestion, and support the gut-brain axis.”
Dr. Julie Sweeney - Abby Cole Photography
Feed the Rainbow
The good bugs in your child’s gut love colorful fruits and vegetables. Each color brings different phytonutrients and fibers that help grow a diverse microbiome. The more variety the better! Try this:
• Let your child pick a new color to “hunt” for at the farmers market
• Add avocado, frozen cauliflower or spinach to smoothies
• Serve fruits and veggies in fun shapes or on skewers
Get Dirty
Spending time outside, especially in natural environments like gardens, farms, and forests, helps expose your child to beneficial microbes that support immunity and gut health.
• Let them go barefoot in the grass
• Visit a pick-your-own farm and talk about where food comes from
• Grow herbs or lettuce in pots on your porch or windowsill
Prioritize Sleep and Play
Good gut health isn’t just about food. Sleep, movement, and unstructured play all help reduce stress, regulate digestion, and support the gutbrain axis.
• Stick to consistent sleep and wake times
• Encourage active play outdoors, not just structured sports
• Leave time for creative, unstructured imaginative play
Consider the Right Supplements –with Guidance
Probiotics and certain nutrients like vitamin D and omega-3s may be helpful for some children, but it's important to personalize these choices. Always talk to your child’s pediatrician or a pediatric specialist trained in integrative medicine before starting any supplements. Supplements for kids require different dosing than those for adults and should be used under the guidance of a physician or registered dietician.
We all want to help our kids feel calm, focused, and resilient. Supporting their gut health is one of the most natural places to start and the earlier you start, the better!
Dr. Julie Sweeney is a board-certified pediatrician and integrative medicine specialist in Darien, CT. Her practice, SproutWell Pediatric Integrative Medicine, offers thoughtful, personalized, wholechild care for families who are looking for a more holistic approach to their child’s health. Learn more at sproutwellpediatrics.com
WHISKING UP CONFIDENCE
ARTICLE BY ANGELA BROOCKERD
BY JANIE JONES
PHOTOGRAPHY
There’s something truly special about inviting your child into the kitchen—not just for the cookies or cupcakes, but for the confidence, creativity, and connection that come with it. Cooking with your children isn’t just a fun way to pass the time; it’s an opportunity to build lifelong skills and memories that stick.
Sure, teaching a young child how to crack an egg or measure flour can test your patience—but hang in there. With a little trial and a fair amount of error, they’ll start to develop the fine motor skills that allow them to prep a recipe all on their own one day. The best part? They’ll gain confidence along the way, one scoop, stir, and sprinkle at a time.
Why Cooking with Kids is More Than Just Making Meals
Cooking together also taps into something a little magical—memory. The smell of cookies baking or chili simmering on the stove can instantly transport us back to childhood. That’s not just nostalgia talking—science backs it up. Our sense of smell is closely tied to autobiographical memory, especially memories formed early in life. So those sweet, savory scents? They’re more powerful than you might think.
The key is to start simple. Let your toddler play with mixing bowls, spoons, and measuring cups. These little moments of pretend play actually help build the fine motor skills needed for real kitchen tasks. Begin with small jobs—scooping flour, flattening cookie dough with a rolling pin—and gradually add more steps as your child becomes more confident.
It won’t be perfect. The flour might fly, the sugar might spill, and the measurements might be slightly off—and that’s okay. Embrace the mess, stay patient, and focus on the fun. A dash of encouragement and a sprinkle of praise go a long way in keeping your little chef engaged and excited.
Over time, you’ll see the magic unfold: a child who’s not only learning how to cook but also growing more independent, capable, and proud of what they’ve created. And who knows? Maybe one day, they’ll pass those same recipes—and memories—on to their own kids.
ANIMAL Crackers
Ingredients:
• 1 cup and 2 tablespoons white flour
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 cup oatmeal
• 4 tablespoons honey
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
• 4 tablespoons buttermilk
• 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup whole wheat flour
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
• Optional: add 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg or cinnamon
Steps:
1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
EMBRACE THE MESS, STAY PATIENT, AND FOCUS ON THE FUN.
2. Put the oatmeal in a blender or food processor and pulse for about a minute, until it’s reduced to a rough powder. Add the ground oatmeal to the whole wheat and 1/2 cup of the white flour, baking soda and salt to the bowl of an electric mixer affixed with a paddle attachment, and turn on to mix. Add butter and blend on medium speed until the butter has been incorporated and the mix looks a little like wet sand. Add the buttermilk, vanilla, honey and almond extract and blend. If the dough looks too wet to roll, add the remaining flour 1/4 cup at a time until the dough forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the blender.
3. Turn the dough out onto a piece of plastic wrap and flatten into a disc. Cover completely and chill in the fridge for at least one hour, up to overnight.
4. When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 400 degrees and place dough on a lightly floured surface (using the remaining 2 tablespoons of flour). Roll out until 1/8 inch thick. Cut out with desired cookie cutters and bake for five to seven minutes, based on your preference. Five minutes will get you a softer cracker, while seven will get you a crisp cracker.
Enjoy!
events
A SELECTION OF UPCOMING LOCAL EVENTS
AUGUST 10TH
Cars and Coffee Darien 2025
Goodwives Shopping Center | 7:00 AM
This month, Cars and Coffee Darien will be featuring Chrysler and Chrysler-powered cars. As usual, all make and models are welcome. Bring the kids and your pets and enjoy coffee and discounted breakfast treats for sale from Aux Delices!
AUGUST 13TH
Waveny Summer Concert Series - Otis and The Hurricanes
Lawn behind Waveny House | 7:30 PM
Take a bit of Texas blues, mix it with the spicy taste of New Orleans funk, shake it with some good time rock & roll and you’ve got the recipe for groovin’ with Otis and the Hurricanes. Bring your own chair or blanket and enjoy the music!
AUGUST 17TH
The Jamie Lever Show
125 East Ave, Norwalk CT | 6:30 PM
Get ready to laugh till your stomach hurts! India's favorite comedy firecracker, Jamie Lever, brings her high-energy, full-of-masala standup act to the stage in Norwalk. Enjoy side-splitting laughter and spontaneous dancing!
AUGUST 20TH
Waveny Summer Concert Series - Fairfield Counts Band
Lawn behind Waveny House | 7:30 PM
The Fairfield Counts play the popular music of the legendary Big Bands. Listen and dance to Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Benny Goodman, Duke Ellington, Harry James, Gene Krupa, Artie Shaw, Nelson Riddle, Count Basie and the Latin music of Tito Puente and Perez Prado. No matter what the affair, the Fairfield Counts promise to keep everyone jumping and jiving.
AUGUST 21ST
Taste of New Canaan Stroll
Stewart's Wine & Spirits, Elm Street | 5:00 PM
Enjoy this Annual Chamber of Commerce downtown food and drink celebration welcoming families and friends back. Residents donate to New Canaan Food Pantry and are treated to a tour of delicious treats at downtown stores and restaurants!
AUGUST 22ND
The 2025 Town Luau
Weed Beach | 5:30 PM
Experience a festive night with your family and friends with Darien Parks & Rec’s Town Luau! Enjoy DJ entertainment, best dressed contests, tabletop games, luau hop, tug-o-war, limbo, concessions & kona ice!
