When you ask any mother about her family’s desires, health and wellness will undoubtedly be one of her top priorities. In a world where health care crises have become increasingly prevalent, it’s easy to get overwhelmed with information. So, how can one separate the important facts from the noise?
During this time of isolation and social distancing, in some ways I’ve felt more connected than ever.
On my daily walks, I talk to my BFF from high school more than we have since back in the day. As a...
The Greater Boston area is home to many exceptional nonprofits, but the ones that serve moms are especially close to our hearts. Boston Moms is excited to spotlight and support the local nonprofit organizations that make our area so...
January is the time of the year when we see an explosion of articles and social media posts from the personal development world helping us set our 2022 goals. Whether it’s making resolutions, creating a vision board, or listing...
As parents, we say "no" a lot. Sometimes it's to our children, sometimes it's to our partner or a fellow employee. Sometimes we say it to ourselves. Whether it's, "No, you can’t have that now," or "No, I don't...
Earlier this year, we experienced our first medical emergency when my 4-year-old busted his lip and chin open and needed to get four stitches. I took a first-aid course two years ago, which covered everything from head injuries to tick...
Mom life is a marathon, not a sprint. You see, every mom I’ve ever known, near and far, experiences mom guilt to some degree, at some point in their journey of motherhood. And typically, it doesn’t serve us, especially when it leads us to say no to the things that fill us up. So here are a few ways I’ve found to kick mom guilt to the curb and live my #momlife marathon to the fullest.
School is back in session, and if your children are attending in person they are likely spending the majority of their days in a mask. The hunt for the best, most comfortable mask isn't something any of us had...
Welcoming a new baby into the home is an exciting occasion filled with joy and happiness. It’s also a time when parents can feel a bit overwhelmed and emotional. Although the intensity of the emotions experienced during the postpartum...
From an outside perspective you may perceive that I am somewhat of a “helicopter parent” — and I am OK with that label. There's a reason why I am such an observant parent. I am a childhood sexual abuse...
As a single mom by way of divorce, I can tell you that parenting solo is a daily marathon. I have a 3-year-old. I went through a divorce with her father during the COVID pandemic. I know a thing...
I'm about to get REAL up in here about weight gain and exercise. I've fallen way off the wagon on caring for myself, and it's catching up with me. I like cream and sugar in my coffee, I can't...
Boston — and Massachusetts in general — is often voted as one of the fittest and most health-conscious cities in the US. With so many gyms, boot camps, and outdoor opportunities to hike, bike, swim, and boat, Boston certainly...
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A Family-Friendly Summer Escape to Nantucket
As you dive into summer planning, let me steer you toward one of my favorite family trips — an unforgettable getaway on Nantucket Island....
