Toddler

We are grateful to have had tons of children's books before our son arrived. Friends gave us books in addition to clothes and regular baby gifts at baby showers. When we brought Junior home, family friends whose kids I'd...

Summer is a wonderful time for kids to explore the outdoors, make new friends, and engage in fun activities. However, researching and finding the perfect summer camp can be an overwhelming ordeal. Last year, my family and I struggled...

Follow these three Instagram accounts, all run by moms, for easy and useful toddler activities or for any age! I am not an activities mom. We are not an activities home. Read: Most days, we're just trying to get from...

In honor of our daughter's birthday, who was born on St. Patrick’s Day, here are our favorite fun and easy St. Patrick's Day crafts and snacks for kids. Every year on March. 17th we have a big celebration with...

I cannot believe that I am searching for summer camps for my 3.5 year old, but here we are. Below is a list of summer camps for toddlers and preschoolers in DC. You can also visit our Ultimate  Guide to...

Ready to celebrate Mardi Gras in DC? One of the many things I love about DC is the notion that it is full of transplants. So many of us were born and raised somewhere else. We bring these different...

As parents, it is our responsibility to ensure our children’s teeth are well-taken care of. Luckily, DC is home to excellent pediatric dentists like Dr. Angela Austin who can help you achieve optimal health for your kids. Ready for this...

After the last few years, it feels like we’re all seeking connection more than ever before. And for new parents, that need is even more pressing - finding your village, your friends, and your support system is so important.   That’s...

Baby, it’s cold outside!  You know what that means?  Grab your swimsuit – it is the perfect time of year to visit one of the indoor swimming pools in the DC area.  Swimming is not just a summertime activity. ...

Living around Washington, DC means there are lots of places to visit for people of all ages. But when my parents came to watch our toddler for a week in between daycare transitions, I had to think about what...

Geneva Day School’s Student-Scientists Spread their Wings with Butterfly Gardens What has scales yet does not measure weight? What is colorful yet does not glimmer as a rainbow? What flies yet does not flutter as a bird? This riddle and...

With revenge travel in full swing, a lot of parents are going on new adventures with toddler, baby, or kids in tow. Doing anything with children is already time consuming and traveling is no exception. I'd love to share...

We all love YouTube, right? Now, I know the majority of us parents resort to screen time every now and then. Trust me, I'm all the way guilty of this! So finding the right things to watch is quite...

This week (August 25 – August 31) marks the 10th Annual Black Breastfeeding Week! Black Breastfeeding Week 2022: 10 Years, A New Foundation I was fortunate enough to breastfeed both of my children for 2+ years. When I found out I...