New Group For Moms Started by Westwood Resident

A new group in Westwood aims to provide local moms with opportunities to get out, meet each other and make some friends.

Karyn Agosto, who has a 2-year-old and works from home in Westwood, said she was inspired to start the group, called Westwood Mommas, because it can be difficult for new moms to connect before their children start school.

"When your kids are 4 and under, everybody has the same struggle: meeting other moms," Agosto said.

Agosto reached out to Angeline Sheridan of the Pascack Valley Macaroni Kid and now the two are working together to run the new group.

Westwood Mommas is holding their first event September 23 from 10 a.m. to noon so moms can get to know each other and the group while their kids play. Agosto already ideas for many more events, like ice cream socials, kid-friendly trips and cookie swaps. 

Agosto said she also hopes the group will be able hold some events, like shopping nights and movie nights, for moms to get away from their kids.

"It's not just about getting together with other moms and their kids," Agosto said. "It's really about not being a mom and meeting friends and getting to know people in your community."

As the Westwood Mommas grow, Agosto said she hopes to get local businesses involved with the group's events.

"It's all about supporting Westwood and being locally focused," Agosto said.

To RSVP for the September 23 event and find out where it will be held, email westwoodmommas@gmail.com.

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