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No summer is complete without frozen treats. And lots of 'em! I don't expect to hear many arguments on that, so without further ado, here is a roundup of summer recipes for cool treats you can enjoy for breakfast, lunch, and dinner!

One of the most fun things about being a kid is trying new things. Trying new classes and activities is the perfect way to learn and explore!

As busy moms ourselves, we know that finding summer camps in and around Boston is on the top of many moms’ lists of things to figure out. While we long for the lazy days of summer, we also know there are childcare and entertainment needs week after week. We hope this guide to summer camps in and around the Boston area provides the insight you need to plan a fun and stress-free summer.

Star-spangled slime is easy to make and provides hours of ooey-gooey fun! Boston Moms Project Manager Deanna Greenstein and her daughter had a wonderfully sticky time making this patriotic slime! Supplies: Clear glue Liquid starch Blue and red food coloring ...

Moms are typically the ones MAKING the holiday magic happen, but we have wish lists too! Here are some ideas from real Boston-area moms. These items are sourced directly from our team, and we believe they might help YOU...

We all want to teach our kids to give back to their communities, and what better way than to spend some time volunteering together? Many places have scaled back in-person volunteer opportunities for 2021, but there are still plenty that...

As Adam Sandler once sang, "Put on your yarmulke, it's time for Hanukkah."  At sunset on December 18, Hanukkah begins! This Jewish festival of lights is a minor holiday when it comes to religiosity, but it's a major one when it...

These two small-ish projects actually took me several days to finish. And by finish, I mean get everything back in their places so I could once again walk into my boys' room or actually use the linen closet without things falling on me. I love the idea of being organized and tidy, I really do. I just don't think I have what it takes to Marie Kondo my entire house. (Well, my 1,300-square-foot condo.)

At the end of every school year, I find myself slightly overwhelmed by the thought of having my children home for three straight months. A few years ago, a wise friend gave me the idea of making a summer...

Get your hair wet and stay cool this summer with these public pools in the Boston area! Boston  Artesani Playground, Wading Pool, and Spray Deck* 1255 Soldiers Field Rd., Brighton Clougherty Pool* 151 Bunker Hill St., Charlestown, 617-635-5174 Draper Pool* 5275 Washington St., West Roxbury, 617-635-5021 Flaherty Pool* 160 Florence St., Roslindale...

Now that my son is 5, we are accustomed to learning what works and what doesn't. Here are five sure ways to survive this summer with your ADHD child.

There is nothing quite like the feeling of the wind in your hair as you glide along on your bike! If you are looking for the perfect, safe spot for a ride, check out some of these great Massachusetts bike trails with your family!