Passport Mommy

Mimi Stuart is the owner of the Children's Acting Academy in NYC and joins Michelle to talk about the history of the academy and her classes and shows for all ages. The winter season is starting soon! She also offers terrific tips if interested in getting your children involved in acting and/or modeling. Check out her program here! Thanksgiving is just a few days away. You’ve made the lists, you’v...

An accomplished hospitality executive, Joel Bourassa brings more than 20 years of experience in management, marketing and sales to his new position as general manager. A native of nearby Lincoln, New Hampshire, his career also includes time as Regional Director of Resorts for Vacation Resorts International; General Manager of InnSeason Resorts; and International Director of the Ski New Hampshire A...

Emulait is the first baby feeding system designed to emulate the experience of breastfeeding. Combining four years of research, seven patented technologies, 3D scanning and FDA-approved medical grade materials, Emulait replicates the mother's breast shape, color, elasticity, texture and feel, creating an unparalleled bottle feeding experience. Founded by serial entrepreneur, Shilo Ben Zeev, after...

During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Advanced Reconstructive Surgery Alliance (ARSA) will meet for its annual summit and will bring together leading reconstructive surgeons from across the nation to review and share the latest advancements in breast reconstruction and other transformative care initiatives. Breast cancer affects millions of lives every year, and access to state-of-the-art medi...

Michelle talks with various team members from the beautiful Caribe Royale. Caribe Royale is not only extremely convenient to the Disney properties, but it is also a destination in and of itself with its many restaurants, large pool and waterslide, and many family friendly activities and delicious culinary offerings. This is already a great spot for corporate meetings and family getaways and they a...

Joni Hanson Davis is the female founder of Kirkland, Washington Femtech company Beli, modernizing reproductive, prenatal, and fertility health based on the latest nutritional science with one small, yet significant act of a daily prenatal vitamin for both men and women. After a long successful career leading Fortune 500 companies and technology startups to IPO, Davis founded Beli in 2018 with a pe...

Seesaw's Lodge is the place to go in Vermont for a family bonding getaway! Located in Bromley, VT, there is so much to do in the area including activities for all season. Michelle and her family visited in the summertime and visited the Bromley Adventure Park, Bromley Market, Emerald Lake and went kayaking with Goodie Two Sue's. Seesaw’s Lodge consists of three luxurious cabins and a seven-bedroom...

Rachel Bellis, Associate Director of Local Affairs for People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals talks with Michelle about how to keep your pet safe in the heat. Many people have no idea of the danger that high temperatures pose for dogs, not realizing that dogs’ skin does not allow them to cool themselves through perspiration as humans can, often have a fur coat that traps heat, and can only pa...

Michelle had the pleasure of visiting and staying at Sticks and Stones Farm in Newtown, CT with her family. On the show, she talks with Bill Donaldon, President and Executive Director of 'Love Has a Home" at Sticks and Stones Farm. They talk about the non profit's mission, the rustic and unique acommodations and all of the events and retreats held on property. It is truly a special property and on...

Children and teens across the United States are heading back to the classroom, ready for a brand new school year. While parents may be feeling a sense of relief, it’s also important that they play an active and encouraging role in their kids’ education. Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) education is an increasingly important part of a student’s curriculum. STEM-related activities an...

Mimi Stuart has been acting and entertaining audiences since she was 10 years old, and professionally since she was 15. Mimi performed Off-Broadway as a lead in The Mandela and Guilty Innocence. She has been in almost 20 movies and her voice can be heard on several voice-overs. Mimi started to teach and direct for Monica May at The Children’s Acting Academy in 2000, and became its sole owner four...

Ellacor is a new technology called fractional micro-coring and is a non-surgical solution for mid-to-lower face wrinkles and excess skin. Dr. Michael Cameron, a board-certified dermatologist with a private practice on the upper west side of Manhattan and an assistant clinical professor at Mount Sinai Health System, has one of the few devices commercially available in New York City. Ellacor is an o...

Tammy Pahel is a transformative and strategic Spa, Wellness, Fitness and Retail Executive with 30 years of leadership experience. She has a demonstrated history of shaping high performing cultures for several luxury and global wellness brands. She talks to Michelle about all of the wellness and spa offerings at the beautiful Carillon Miami Wellness Resort. Living with a chronic illness can be incr...

Marking a significant advance in infant safety, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has given De Novo approval to Happiest Baby’s SNOO Smart Sleeper. This is the first time the FDA has given De Novo approval to a product designed to keep sleeping babies safely positioned on the back. Babies who are positioned to sleep on the back are at a lower risk of SIDS. Amy Schumer, Tia Mowry, Ashton...

Michelle and her family spent a couple of days at the Margarittaville Hollywood Beach Resort and had a blast! On the show, she talks to the team that makes the resort a perfect spot for family getaways, friend reunions, and basically any reason you have to celebrate and get together! Jennifer Strum, the Director of Marketing. For the past three years, she has been the Director of Marketing at Marg...

The national conversation around screentime has continued to boomerang at an alarming rate, and parents’ attitudes continue to shift and change. When the pandemic made it an educational necessity, it provided more openness for what technology can offer our children. But as new technology such as AI is being introduced, some parents have begun retreating again. Sara DeWitt says that now is in fact...

The Museum of Broadway opened its doors to the public on November 15, 2022, but Julie Boardman and Diane Nicoletti have been working on the development of the Museum for over 5 years. As part of this immersive and interactive theatrical experience, guests travel through a visual history of Broadway, highlighting groundbreaking moments in a series of exhibits that showcase – and show off – dazzling...

Airway health is an important but often overlooked area of medicine, and studies have connected poor airway health to sleep, cognitive, behavioral, and physical problems. Dr. Shereen Lim is breaking new ground in this field with her book Breathe, Sleep, Thrive , a comprehensive guide to breathing and airway development. It covers the issues that can arise from poor airway health to what steps can...

Plan a visit to Los Cabos and get two resort experieces during your trip! Mexico Grand Hotels has two gorgeous properties within its collection of hotels and residences - Hacienda Encantado Resorts and Residences and Marina Fiesta Resort and Spa. Hacienda Encantada Resorts and Residences brings you the finest Los Cabos luxury experience offering an optional All Inclusive stay, pairing exquisite su...

Joy Farina Foskett is the Head of Education at NY Kids Club and NY Preschool in New York City where she uniquely balances responsibilities as an administrator and as a passionate educator. While continuing to dramatically shape the educational development of our students, her daily responsibilities have included curriculum development, mentorship of our teachers, and parent communication, all unde...

Michelle took her family to the beautiful Emerson Resort and Spa in the Catskills region of NY and loved every part of the trip! Tune in to hear Michelle speak with Tamara Murray, the Marketing and Sales Director, Christina Burns, the spa manager and Marci Smith, manager for the Shops at Emerson. The shops are so much more than just your typical shops. The resort is also home to the world's larges...

Marking a significant advance in infant safety, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has given De Novo approval to Happiest Baby’s SNOO Smart Sleeper. This is the first time the FDA has given De Novo approval to a product designed to keep sleeping babies safely positioned on the back. Babies who are positioned to sleep on the back are at a lower risk of SIDS. Amy Schumer, Tia Mowry, Ashton...

Dr. Tanya Altmann, FAAP, a UCLA-trained pediatrician talks with Michelle about the importance of play. Experts agree, play is an integral component to a child’s development, as it builds important social and emotional skills. According to a recent study , due to COVID, kids are redefining the way they want to play, including seeking a safe space to play and the permission to say YES to play more....