Jodi Bloom grew up in the Philadelphia suburbs, but spent her post-college years living and working in Manhattan. While she loved NYC, when it was time to find her family’s new hometown she was drawn back to Philadelphia – and now she’s Suburban Jungle’s head...
Month: September 2023
After 100 Days “Pending” This Boston Family Was a Moving to Newton in no time
Just days before the COVID-19 shutdowns (and baby #2!), Abigail and Alan were moving to Newton… After Abigail’s husband began his graduate studies in Cambridge, the couple had some major decisions to make. With no definite plans for after graduation, the idea of...
What are Your Suburban “Anchors?”
Your go-to’s are key to finalizing your suburbs strategy – here’s why. Our goal is to help you zero in on the perfect community – a community that aligns with your lifestyle, preferences, interests, and more. And that means considering everything, from how you’ll...
New York Family Features Suburban Jungle And Why It’s Never Too Early to Start Your Search.
New York Family, a website for engaged parents in the New York City metro area and beyond, featured Suburban Jungle and our advice on why it's never too early to start your suburban search. Leaving the city and heading into the suburbs can feel like a big leap. You...
Creating the Perfect Playhaus Designs in Suburbia
Playhaus Designs founders Dara Frank and Liz Santana aren’t just creating playrooms—they’re creating epic experiences for the entire family When Dara Frank and Liz Santana first connected it was over their shared work on large-scale experiential events and...
Ranking Top High Schools in the U.S. News & World Report
It’s back to school time—and with it, a great time to check out the top high schools in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut, as ranked by U.S. News & World Report: NEW YORK — TOP 10 HIGH SCHOOLS IN THE STATEAs students gear up for a new school year, it's the...
SUBURBAN INSIGHTS | Why Understanding a Town’s Childcare “Culture” Matters
Different towns have different norms. Here’s what you need to know. In our latest edition of SUBURBAN INSIGHTS, Patti Natiss, Suburban Jungle’s Head of Strategy & Emerging Markets shares her thoughts on childcare in the ‘burbs – what you need to plan for and...
Town Spotlight: Living in Brookline, MA
When you’re living in Brookline there’s always something to do. With its approximately 63,000 residents, this town boasts numerous historical homes maintaining its classic New England charm. It's not only the birthplace of John F. Kennedy but also houses the office...