At Boston Moms, we are keenly aware that it is often MOM who is making the decisions at home. She is deciding on what products her family uses, what local businesses to patronize, and is managing or co-managing the...
All parents know it can be very difficult to find time alone with a spouse. With three kids and a full calendar, my husband and I are lucky to get an hour together after the kids are in bed...
I am wrapping up my eighth year as a history teacher, and I'm often asked by friends for gift suggestions to say thank you to the special teachers in their child’s life. While gifts are by no means expected,...
From Beacon Hill to Brookline and beyond, there are so many amazing Boston-area neighborhoods that are perfect for your traditional trick-or-treating — the kind that brings neighbors together by the dozens, by the hundreds, or sometimes even by the...
There's something about the first warm days of spring that has us seriously gearing up for some al fresco dining! The patio — or roof deck or beer garden — gives laid back vibes that say sandals, sunglasses, steamed...
This is a sponsored post, but OBVIOUSLY Green Piñata is an awesome company, or else we'd have told them to BEAT IT a long time ago.
Collaborative consumption. That's what experts are calling this age, where companies allow us to...
The hustle and bustle of everyday mom life can be so busy and overwhelming that it's easy to forget how important one-on-one connection with our children can be. And those bonding moments are not just meaningful for our kids...
The 2017-2018 Boston Birthday Party Guide is here, and it's full of locations, entertainers, and fun ideas to make your next birthday amazing!
I think it's safe to say that spring has sprung here in New England; colorful flowers are popping up, the birds are singing every morning, and there have been a few days when jackets haven't been required. (I have...
Maybe I’m too old for this kind of thing. Maybe I just wasn’t in the right head space to watch two men pantomiming having their way with one woman. Maybe it was because I couldn’t stop thinking of Dr. Ford, and how her bravery has reminded us all that we deserve some respect. I can’t stop thinking about that. Let’s not.
The NICU is a scary place for any parent. But there are many resources that can offer some peace of mind along the way. No one should have to go it alone.
Could a new challenge be exciting for our kids in these strange times?
Since 1993, Art of Problem Solving (AoPS) has prepared hundreds of thousands of motivated students for success in prestigious universities and STEM careers. And this fall, AoPS...
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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....
