Courtney Whittington
Courtney was born and raised in Louisiana where she met her husband (married in 2005). They have moved several times, but finally feel very settled in NW DC after moving back in 2016. She has four energetic kids: Cormac (2010), Evangeline (2013), Solomon (2016), and Antoinette (2019). She thinks motherhood is absolutely wonderful, but is constantly trying to figure out how to manage it all. She spends her days talking Star Wars, playing with legos, doing crafts, having tea parties, and chasing her toddler. Motherhood is wonderful and wild and in 2017 she banded together with other mothers to start DC Area Moms to inspire, learn, and grow together.
She loves morning coffee, chocolate, chatting with people since she's an extrovert, a clean house (which is rare these days). She dislikes when her kids don't listen the first time, she abhors littering, and doesn't enjoy shopping.
DC Area Guide to Local Photographers
Some of our most treasured possessions are family photography and our Guide to Washington, DC area Photographers has you covered! From new babies and family milestones to special achievements and occasions, we love to...
Fall Family Events, Halloween, & Trick-or-Treating in the DC Area
Fall DC events are here and FULL of fun! The temperature is dropping, leaves are changing, pumpkins and apples are ready to be picked, and it's Halloween season!
Check out our full guide to fall...
The Plumbing Company That Puts Customers First
The Drain Guys, based in Gaithersburg, is an expert plumbing company serving Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia. The founder, having worked at some of the major corporate plumbing companies in the area, wanted to...
Gabby’s Dollhouse 10th Season & “Party with Marty the Party Cat” Tour
Gabby’s Dollhouse is celebrating the 10th Season with a “Party with Marty the Party Cat” Tour in the DC Area! Come party with Gabby and her friends for FREE and be sure to watch...
10 Ways to Support Breastfeeding Moms
Ready to support breastfeeding moms? Here are some tips! Breastfeeding doesn't always come easy and support is essential in the early days of forming a breastfeeding relationship. Each baby is so unique and a...
Brushing for Two: Oral Health During Pregnancy
Planning for pregnancy is an exciting time. While most focus on diet, exercise, and prenatal vitamins, one vital aspect often overlooked is oral health during pregnancy. At Foxhall Dental Center, a boutique general and...
My 5 Personal Assistants for Home and Life
I have 5 personal assistants that help me with life with four children. They are not actual assistants, but rather mechanical devices, that literally help me be a better mom by being more organized,...
Best Swim Lessons in DC, MD, and VA
Learning to swim is an essential life-saving skill for everyone. Take swim lessons in the Washington, DC, Virginia, and Maryland area from these local instructors who value survival and safety in water. Thankfully our...
101 Best Things to Do with Kids in the Washington, DC Area
The Washington, DC area has gobs of activities, events, nature, museums, etc. Here is our list of 101 best things to do with kids in the Washington, DC area. This is broken up by...
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 Juneteenth a national holiday. We are grateful for this holiday...
Let’s Get Physical: Synetic Theater’s Summer Camp
Since 1996, children and families throughout Northern Virginia and the DMV have delighted in Synetic Theater’s Summer Camps, which offer fun, friends, and arts-based movement experiences that culminate in performance fit for the stage.
Here,...
DC Area Moms’ Favorite Things 2024
As moms, we love knowing where to find the best things, services, and businesses for our family. Plus, it's important to share about and support local businesses--something that makes our area so unique! We...
30+ Best Places to See and Experience Animals
Animals are magical, wild, and super cute. If your kids are anything like ours, we love to see animals all over the DMV (DC, Maryland, Virginia) area. We are so fortunate to have so...
Spring and Summer U-Pick Produce and Farm Fun Guide
It's time to get in nature! There are lots of ways to enjoy spring and summer with u-pick produce (including strawberry picking), markets, and farm fun. Farms with a 🍓emoji have u-pick produce available.
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