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Cookies for Nursing Moms (That the whole family can enjoy!)
If you're a breastfeeding mama or if you simply love oatmeal cookies, this recipe is for you! They're technically called "Lactation Cookies" but we PROMISE anyone can eat them and NO you will not start lactating (dear husband) if you aren't nursing and...
3 Ways to Celebrate Your Child’s Creativity
Art is an essential way for children to begin to express themselves. The precursor to reading and writing is the understanding that a symbol can represent something else. The tactile aspect of painting, drawing, and kneading also provide important sensory and...
Once Upon a Farm… G I V E A W A Y! *closed*
When my second was born, I dusted off the Beeba Babycook...and promptly used it twice before giving up. Too much effort, too little time (and energy). The poor babe ate mashed bananas and avocados morning, noon and night. Then, a friend told me about Once...
A message from Mexico
My sister moved to Mexico City with her husband and two young boys about a year ago. Living in an unfamiliar country, far from her family and her friends has been an adjustment. With the recent earthquakes in Mexico, our hearts have been in knots. We received a...
10 Local Date Night Ideas
It is so easy to get caught up in the day-to-day as parents but golly do we deserve a night out every once in a while. Call up that sitter and read on for ten local date night (or daytime) ideas that won’t break the bank... and one that definitely will!...
FriYay!
Happy Friday! Long week, huh? A lot of indoor play and skipping naps around here. More importantly, a lot of sad news around the globe. To cheer up, we thought we would start the weekend off with some happy words... We are finally expecting...
Rain, Rain, Go Away….
Oy! We have been cooped up in the house with this weather and today is not looking any better. We wanted to share some rainy day plans and activities that have kept us from going stir crazy. If you have any old boxes lying around (thank you, Amazon!) grab...
What’s in My Diaper Bag
The diaper bag. I love em and hate em. I love them because they hold all of the essentials! I hate them because those adorable handbags I spent years collecting are on rotation as part of my toddler's dress up routine and don't make it out for date...
Stitch Fix….for Dad!
What is it? A personal styling service customized to your budget, fit & lifestyle. Why we love it? Because let's be honest, our hubbies are great, but their wardrobe could use a makeover. I love this service because my very busy husband never has time to shop for...
(Healthy) Snack Season is Back
End of summer means the end of snacks on the go. And by that I mean the usual goldfish (that you find at the bottom of your purse) and whatever the ice cream truck is selling. Back to school means back to planning ahead and thinking about healthy snacks for your...
Latchy Catchy
What it is: We're all familiar with the sound of the kiddos running through the house soon to be followed by the huge SLAM of the door behind them. Kids are seemingly incapable of closing a door quietly, until now! Latchy Catchy is a door latch...
Child Passenger Safety Week
Hey, Moms! It's time to get serious. September 17-23 is child passenger safety week. Did you know that car crashes are a leading cause of death in the U.S. for children ages 1 to 13? As terrifying as that is, many times, deaths and injuries can be...
Goodie Pouches
What is it? Goodie Pouches are reusable squeeze pouches for kiddos. These pouches are the best way for your kids to have homemade, healthy and nutritious food straight from your kitchen while on the go. Why we love it? I make smoothies daily for my kiddos....
Monday Motivation
Here we go, Monday! It looks like we have a rainy week ahead so some Monday Motivation may be necessary today. Pour yourself an extra cup of coffee this morning, it may be a long one. A great way to beat those Monday blues? Make a quick list of...
FriYAY Roundup!
For many of us it was the first week back at school for the little ones! How did drop-off go? Were there tears from your kiddos — or were you the one doing all the crying (or happy dance in the parking lot like us)? As we get back into our school year...
Time to Tidy
So long, summer! My friends and family joke that I turn into a "cool mom" during the summer months - less structure and routine for me and my kiddos. Around here, sandy toes, ice cream daily and late bedtimes translates to a messy house with sandy floors, sticky toys...
Think Outside the (Lunch) Box
By Guest Blogger Anna Gass Although it seems like summer vacation began yesterday, with a blink of an eye, our children have been loaded back on the bus and are beginning the new school year. With that, comes after school activities, various appointments and of...
Sauchuk’s Corn Maze Giveaway *closed*
The kids are back in school, the temps are cooling down and the pumpkin beverage orders are starting. Fall is around the corner. As we start to think about some local fall family fun, Sauchuk's Corn Maze in Plympton tops our list! Last year we had such a...
Hello, South Shore Moms!
We are so excited to be launching The South Shore Moms! A little who & a little why: We are two local moms who moved from big city livin' to the suburbs. The move was quite the adjustment for our families and when we think back to what was missing, we...
Meet Ann
Ann moved to the South Shore three years ago and resides in Marshfield with her husband, three year old daughter, Lauren and one year old daughter, Emily. She is expecting a third girl, due in February! What is your favorite thing about living on the South Shore? We...