Guide To Birthday Parties In Rochester
Plan the perfect birthday celebration with Rochester Mom Collective’s Guide to Birthday Parties! Find local Rochester party venues, cakes, entertainers and more to make planning easier for moms.
Zoos and Animal Encounters Near Rochester
There is no age limit to learning about animals or wildlife conservation! The locations on this list focus on educational interactions with live animals....
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.
PARENTING
Type C Parenting: Not Just a Trend for Me
Like most of us, I like being in control. Until I became a stepmom, then a mother at age 39, my life was mine...
To the Mom Who Planned the Trip
Dear mom who planned the trip,
Whether you're dripping in sweat at Magic Kingdom or navigating the slimy floors of a waterpark locker room,...
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...
SUMMER ACTIVITIES
Guide To August Events In Rochester
If you are looking for things to do in Rochester this month, we've got you covered! Every month, you can come to Rochester Mom...
Guide To Playgrounds In Rochester
Finding a great playground can be a game-changer for moms seeking safe, engaging, and inclusive spaces for their children to play. Rochester offers so many playgrounds and we have taken the best and put them in one handy place for moms. Read More
10 Things To Do With Toddlers This Summer
Having a toddler is a special time. It's easier to get out and explore and everything is new! From farms to museums, parks and...
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...