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3 Cool Adventures at Home for the Dog Days of Summer
We're in the dog days of summer. It's hot, so very hot. Our kids have been home since June. Sometimes we need to shake...
The 12 Best Carousels in the Washington, DC Area
Here are the 12 best carousels in the Washington, DC area for families. Kids (and adults!) will be thrilled and you'll make a fun...
250 Ways to Celebrate America Bucket List
Celebrating America's 250th anniversary in Washington, DC is a big deal. There are so many memory-making opportunities to celebrate now and throughout 2026. This...
Make Your Own Fireworks Art Projects
Some of my favorite childhood memories are of the fireworks on the Fourth of July. My mom worked in a small town on the...
The Best Giant Fancy Milkshake Places
Summer is coming and that means so is ice cream and milkshake season!
Have you seen the Instagram-worthy, huge, fancy milkshakes around the DC area?...
A Guide to July 4th in Washington, DC
The 4th of July is such a fun holiday, especially here in our nation’s capital. There are countless ways to celebrate America’s 250th birthday...
July Family-Friendly Events Guide
Summer is in full swing and there are a lot of family-friendly events going on in the DC area sure to entertain and enlighten!...
Rocking Out with Your Littles: Tips for Taking Your Kids to Concerts
Making the best family memories rocking out at concerts
Do you remember your first concert? I was bitten early and hard with the live music...
How to Eat More Protein Without Stressing About It
Protein is having a moment, and apparently we all need to eat more. New products with "high protein" or "protein rich foods" have popped...
A Trip to Lancaster County with Kids
Our family of five took a weekend trip to Lancaster County, PA. There are so many kid-friendly activities, restaurants, and places to stay. While...
Where to Get Birthday Freebies for Kids
There is nothing sweeter than a free treat on your little one’s birthday. Check out the list below on how to score birthday deals...
Northern Virginia Bucket List: 50+ Must-Do Activities for Kids
There are so many year-round and seasonal fun things to do in NoVA, we created a Northern Virginia bucket list: 50 must-dos activities for...
Top Juneteenth Events for Families
Happy Juneteenth! We celebrate freedom from slavery for all enslaved people on this day. On June 17, 2021, President Joe Biden signed legislation making...
The Best Amazon Prime Day Deals for Babies, Toddlers, and Kids
Amazon Prime Day is one of the biggest shopping events of the year! It is the perfect time for us to save on everyday...
3 Ideas for Father’s Day Keepsakes
Father's Day is here! I have three kids 3 years old and under right now including my one month old. Our lives are a...
Toddler-Friendly Summer Scavenger Hunt!
Looking to keep your little one busy this summer? Check out this list of super fun, toddler-friendly summer activities in and around DC that...
11 Ways to Celebrate July 4th in the DC Area
The 4th of July is especially fun in the DC area. Parades, fireworks, baseball games...there is so much to choose from. Here are eleven...
Ultimate Guide to Summer Fun Things to Do
Summer is here, and we've got you covered! Here's your resource for summer fun things to do, activities, adventures, and more with children in...
Carylee Carrington: Mom of the Month [June 2026]
The Washington, DC area is full of amazing moms. There are working moms, stay-at-home moms, single moms, moms of multiples, foster moms, adoptive moms,...
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Ultimate Guide to Summer Fun Things to Do
Summer is here, and we've got you covered! Here's your resource for summer fun things to do, activities, adventures, and more with children in...
10 Short Hikes with Toddlers In the DMV
The DMV area has an abundance of nature parks nearby. You can see a waterfall, various wildlife, and serene rivers, depending on which park...
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