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...
Simple Valentine’s Day Activities for Toddlers
I’m not great at playing with my kids. Don’t get me wrong – I love spending time with them. But pretending I’m a dinosaur...
Valentine’s Day Crafts For Toddlers
Making holidays special for little ones can be such a fun part of being a mom. At Valentine's Day, crafts are a great way...
25 Things To Do With Kids When It’s Cold Outside
When the temperatures drop and winter weather keeps you and your little ones cooped up inside, it can be a challenge to keep the...
What I Wish I Knew Before Becoming a Stay-at-Home Mom
Being a stay-at-home mom is . . .
Arts and crafts, late morning walks, and spontaneous dance parties. It’s Target runs with my mini-me,...
Winter Crafts with Kids
With the cold weather forcing us to spend more time indoors, we always end up doing more crafts during the winter months at my...
25 Gifts Under $25 for 2025
It's easy to go overboard with presents for kids — whether it's the holidays, a birthday, or anything in between. Everywhere we look, the...
To the Mom Who Feels Like She Is Failing
Dear "Failing" Mom,
Take a breath. Pause. Put down the laundry. Close your eyes. Silence the voice of panic in the back of your mind...
Tips for Trick-or-Treating
Let's be honest: trick-or-treating is awesome. I mean, who doesn't love dressing up and getting free candy? But, for parents, trick-or-treating also comes with...
5 Tips for Avoiding the After-School Meltdown
If you’ve got a kiddo in school, you’ve probably been the victim of an after-school meltdown. You’ve missed your child all day, and you’re...
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...