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Parenting- Boston Moms

In an ideal world, parenting would be effortless, with a guide for every situation. However, we all know that’s not the reality. Each child is unique, requiring special love, care, and nurturing. So, without a parenting manual, what can you do? That’s where Boston Moms comes in. Our team consists of more than 40 contributors from different backgrounds and family structures, bringing a diverse range of experiences from various walks of life and parenthood.

Parenthood is an amazing journey, filled with challenges and beautiful moments. The anticipation and mixed emotions during pregnancy mark the beginning of this transformative experience. The newborn phase brings sleepless nights and countless diaper changes, but oh, the incomparable joy of witnessing your baby’s first smile! As your little one blossoms into a curious toddler, the journey transforms into a whirlwind of managing tantrums, fostering independence, and cherishing their first words and wobbly steps. The school years unveil a whole new spectrum of challenges, as you navigate the delicate balance between academics, extracurricular activities, and the intricate world of social development. And as the teenage phase unfolds, their identity takes shape, boundaries are established, and the need for open communication becomes paramount. Every stage of motherhood, though it can be tough, strengthens the unbreakable bond between a mom and her child.

Our goal at Boston Moms is to be there for you during every stage of parenthood, offering resources and support. Whether you need guidance or just someone to be there, we want to walk alongside you in your parenthood journey.

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As a mother, I strive to create healthy meals for my family.  I am committed to giving them a wide variety of foods that are low in fat, big on flavor.  Some days these meals get a double thumbs up (this is...
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I'm not quite sure why, but Legos weren't a particularly meaningful part of my childhood. I liked building things and liked imaginative play so it seems like it would have been something that I enjoyed, but most of what I...
We had our first plane ride adventure this year for a trip to Disney World in Orlando, FL. This was the first time in 8 years that my husband and I had been on a plane (this would be the first time...
There's really not much that can prepare you for parenting.  All of the parenting classes, books, and advice in the world can't really get you ready for the actuality of having your own little infant to care for. Though...
It's my pleasure to introduce you to Shira Duby. Shira and I connected through her work on the board of Uprooted; A Jewish Response to Infertility. In her professional life, Shira is an attorney at Fidelity Investments and a...
We are a family who is often on the move. If we're not running around close to home, we are in the car traveling to visit family. We have family in 3 states, so it's not uncommon for us...
I witnessed something incredible this week. Within just a few seconds on the beach, I saw my kiddo’s disposition completely relax. My kiddo has always been easy-going, but from that first time we walked onto the beach in Aruba, sat...
“The person who has never made any mistakes, has never tried anything new.” -Albert Einstein Picture that we could teach our littles ones that making a mistake is a formative and positive process. Each time you “mess up,” it is an opportunity...
Dear Daughter, Happy Mother's Day! I guess, really, you should be wishing that to me, and there will be time for that. But, let me take this moment to thank YOU. If it wasn't for you, I would not be...
Let’s add to the list of things you don’t realize until after you’re a Mom. Mother’s Day is not what you think it will be. You picture yourself sleeping in, using the bathroom alone after a 20 minute shower, coming into your...
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