Animal Encounters Around Rochester: Farms, Zoos & More
Interacting with animals has been shown to provide a wide range of benefits for people of all ages. From farms and petting zoos to...
Best Toddler Playgrounds in Rochester
The best toddler-friendly playgrounds have easy-to-navigate structures, smaller slides, bucket swings, and -- let's be honest -- nearby bathrooms. Here's a roundup of some...
Best Toddler Activities in Rochester
The perfect toddler activity includes opportunities to use their five senses, release energy, and eat plenty of snacks. Sometimes the best toddler outings aren’t...
Guide To Splash Pads In Rochester
When the summer sun starts to sizzle, there's no better way to keep the kids cool and entertained than a visit to one of...
Rainy Day Activities for Toddlers
It’s April, you’ve been longing for the sweet warm sun and cloudless blue sky days. The temperature is finally starting to creep up, and...
Montessori Method at Home: Simple Tips That Build Independence
You’ve likely heard the term “Montessori” used in many contexts—on social media, through popular play kits like Lovevery, or in conversations with other parents...
What Toddler Moms Need to Hear
In the summer of 2022 my husband and I took a life-changing trip to London. It was the kind of experience that made us...
What To Put In Easter Baskets For Kids This Year
Making holiday magic might be one of my favorite parts of parenting. I always enjoyed waking up to an Easter basket as a kid,...
Easy Easter Crafts For Toddlers
As we begin teaching our toddler about Easter, using symbols he is already familiar with helps him make connections. Rainbows, eggs, flowers, and baby animals help us discuss rebirth and prepare for spring. Craft projects provide an opportunity for active engagement and continued conversations. These were our favorite Easter projects using materials we had around our house.
Easy St. Patrick’s Day Crafts For Kids
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day this year with simple, hands-on crafts for little kids! These festive projects help young children explore Irish tradition while building...
PARENTING
Library Summer Reading Programs
When we packed for summer vacation as a kid, most of my bag was stuffed with library books. Running out of pages was worse...
Staying Connected With Your Older Children
I'm a mom of three awesome kids. My boys are eight and ten, and my daughter is almost three (going on 13.) As a...
Thriving as a Working Mom in the Summer
While I got my haircut a few weeks ago, I chatted about summer plans with my friend-neighbor-hair stylist. She said her three kids will...
June Reset Guide For Moms
As the school year winds down, summer can start to feel both exciting and overwhelming for moms. Between camps, vacations, appointments, activities and trying...
Six Ways To Keep the Evening Calm at Any Age
5pm doesn't have to be "the witching hour." The frenzied pace of practice, homework, dinner, baths, and bedtime leaves little room for calmness. Depending...
SUMMER ACTIVITIES
How to Beat the Heat in Rochester: Kid-Friendly Summer Activities
Whether you’re looking for a quick outing, a full afternoon escape, or just a way to get the kids out of the house without...
July Reset Guide For Moms
July is here, and if you're anything like most moms, you're wondering how summer is already flying by. Between camps, vacations, family gatherings, and...
Library Summer Reading Programs
When we packed for summer vacation as a kid, most of my bag was stuffed with library books. Running out of pages was worse...
Best Places To Watch July 4th Fireworks With Kids
There's something magical about watching fireworks through a child's eyes. Whether your family loves being in the middle of the action or prefers a...
Guide To July Events In Rochester
If you are looking for things to do in Rochester this month, this is the place for you! Every month, you can come to...