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...
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...
Preparing Your Toddler – and Yourself – for the New Baby
Welcoming a new baby is one of those life transitions that feels both expansive and delicate. As moms, we’re preparing our bodies, our homes,...
The Seasons of Motherhood: Finding Growth in Every Stage
Motherhood is a journey of constant change. Just when you feel like you’ve figured one stage out, a new one begins that brings its...
Keeping Kids Safe Online: Internet Safety Tips for Moms
In ages past, there was a familiar phrase, “It’s 10 p.m.—do you know where your kids are?” It prompted parents to step outside and...
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...