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20 Empowering Mom Support Groups in the DC Area
Smile Wonders is proud to sponsor this guide of local Mom Support Groups! All of these groups are here to support moms and create...
100 Holiday Events and Activities for Families in the DC Area
The winter holidays are in full swing an here is our handy list of 100 Holiday Events and Activities! We have so many amazing...
13 Family-Friendly Holiday Shows
‘Tis the season! There is so much to love about the holidays: lights, music, good food, decorations, family time, and new and old traditions....
December Family-Friendly Events Guide
December is here, and with it comes a multitude of opportunities for family fun. In addition to the events compiled here, please check out our...
Car-Free in the DMV: A Family Guide
As a DC mom, I know firsthand how challenging (and rewarding) it can be to juggle parenthood with city living. While we're not completely...
The Best Toy Stores in Virginia, Maryland, and DC
The countdown to Christmas is on! We love shopping local, so here's a roundup of the best local toy stores in the DMV area...
The Ultimate Gift Guide for Moms, Dads, and Kids
We're excited for this holiday season, and thrilled about these gift ideas for 2023! Here's some top gifts our team will be giving loved...
Michelle Cullum: Mom of the Month [November 2024]
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,...
Where to See The Nutcracker this Holiday Season
Are you ready to see The Nutcracker this holiday season? If you’re anything like me, you’re wondering where the heck 2024 went. The 2023...
Christmas Tree Farm Guide
Last year, for the first time ever, we cut down our own Christmas tree at a local tree farm. I still don't know who...
2024 Holiday Light Display Guide
It's time to light the lights! Check out the best walking and driving places to enjoy holiday light displays across the DMV area!
Walking Light...
The 15 Best Local Holiday Markets and Craft Fairs
I love personal handcrafted gifts, but I'm not a crafty, DIY kind of mom. I am typically more of a what can I order...
Deck the Walls: A Wreath Making Event
The holidays are upon us and we are thrilled to host our fifth annual Deck the Walls: A Wreath Making Event! Mark your calendars...
Nonprofit Giving Guide for the Holidays: 22 Organizations to Know
This is the time of year when many of us look for ways to make a positive impact in our communities and to bring...
Time for Christmas: Encore Theatrical Arts Project’s Newest Holiday Musical
Dance into the holidays with Time for Christmas: Encore Theatrical Arts Project’s Newest Holiday Musical!
Live theater is always a magical experience. But when you...
The Best Indoor Play Places in DC, Maryland, and Virginia
There's lots to love about living in the DC area, but extreme weather is NOT one of them.
Luckily, DC, MD, and VA are home...
Outdoor and Indoor Ice Skating Rink Guide
Ready for family fun at outdoor and indoor ice skating rinks? Us too! There are lots of opportunities in the Washington, DC, area! Nearly...
Toddlers and Air Travel: Tips for a Successful Flight with Your Toddler
Traveling with an infant seemed stressful at the time. I hate to say it, but traveling with a toddler is worse, in our case....
Christmas Tree Lighting Guide 2024
Christmas is upon us, bringing back a lot of our favorite events are back on the schedule. It’s time to take out our calendars...
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Toddlers and Air Travel: Tips for a Successful Flight with Your...
Traveling with an infant seemed stressful at the time. I hate to say it, but traveling with a toddler is worse, in our case....
A Trip to Savannah with Kids
A little further down I-95, through North Carolina and just over the Georgia border, lies Savannah, Georgia, a charming, quaint little town. The squares!...
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