Building Friendships in the Season of Motherhood
Motherhood changed the way I think about building friendships.
Before I had my preschooler, I built friendships at work, over long dinners, through leisurely phone...
Ways To Connect With Other Moms In Rochester
At Rochester Mom Collective, one of the most common things we hear from moms is this: “I just want to find my people.”
Making new friends as...
Your Foster Care Village Looks Different—and That’s Okay
When I became a foster mom, I learned very quickly that “it takes a village” hits a little differently in foster care.
My village didn’t...
Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Programs in Rochester
Community Supported Agriculture or CSA Programs offer farms the opportunity to partner directly with members of the community. These programs are an amazing way...
Sprinkled With Joy: 2025 Donuts With Santa Recap
Thank you to all the families who joined us for our 2nd Annual Donuts With Santa! It was a festive afternoon filled with treats, activities,...
Volunteer Opportunities For Families in Rochester
Volunteering as a family is a wonderful way to bond, teach valuable life lessons, and give back to the community together. For families with...
The Village You Build: Redefining Support as a Mom
When I first became a foster mom, I quickly realized that the old saying, “It takes a village,” doesn’t mean one-size-fits-all. For me, my...
Rochester Mom Collective’s 1st Mummies Night Out: A Real Scream!
Thank you to all of the ghouls and guests who came out to our 1st Mummies Night Out on October 23! The DeLand House on Main in Fairport...
Setting Boundaries for Friendships With Neighborhood Kids
Having kids in the neighborhood is one of those timeless joys. Kids to play pickup baseball with, ride bikes down the street with, or...
What We Love About Rochester
As Contributing Writers for the Rochester Mom Collective, we spend countless hours exploring, researching, and sharing information for other moms in our fair city....
PARENTING
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...
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...
SUMMER ACTIVITIES
Creating Natural and Inspiring Outdoor Spaces for Kids
Outdoor Spaces for Kids
Summer is already underway, but there’s still plenty of time to create a backyard space that keeps your kids active, engaged,...
4th of July Events In Rochester
From parades in the morning to fireworks at night, Rochester offers a variety of ways to celebrate Independence Day! This year being America's 250th...
10 Free Or Cheap Things To Do In Rochester During Summer
Summer in Rochester is packed with family fun — and you don’t have to spend a fortune to make special memories together. From splash...
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...
Summer Bucket List
Summer is the perfect time to slow down, soak up the sunshine, and make lasting memories as a family. Whether you're staying close to...