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Is Ocean Lakes Right For Your Family? It Depends…
After many years of deliberation, my husband and I decided to pack up our children (and my rather pregnant rearend) and make the 16-hour drive to the place of my childhood vacations: Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. For me, the decision to stay at Ocean Lakes was not taken lightly. On the one hand, my family […]
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Everything You Need to Know to buy The Perfect Stroller
Spring is here! Not the meteorological variety that is a totally manmade construct – but actual S-P-R-I-N-G! And guess what that means? Babies! And warm weather and getting outside for fresh air! I’d say nothing is better than spring – but I love all the seasons. Whether you have one person, or a few (or […]
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The Only Great Wolf Lodge Packing List You’ll Ever Need
It’s been a few weeks since we returned from our Great Wolf Lodge experience and I’m happy to report no one was infected with Norovirus. Before we embarked on our journey, I was a bit befuddled by what to take along with us. As it is, I tend to pack very light when traveling with […]
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Put Mystic Aquarium On Your Childhood Bucket List Now
The Mystic Aquarium is a delightfully surprising aquarium located in the beautiful Mystic, Connecticut. We’d been considering a visit for a while, but between the two-hour trek and three kids with motion sickness, we had been deterred. Until now. We just came home from our visit and I am happy to report that the Mystic […]
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This Wondrous Wagon Costs a Fortune – Is it Worth it?
Beach season is upon us. That means that we will pack our Veer Cruiser and head to the beach. Onlookers will ooooh and ahhhh and ask me how it performs in the sand. Then they will ask me where I found it, and I’ll tell them. They never ask how much it costs or how […]
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We Spent 48 Hours at Great Wolf Lodge. Here’s What You Need to Know.
Disclosure: Please keep in mind that we may receive a commission when you click on our links and make a purchase. This, however, has no bearing on our reviews and comparisons. For more information click here. This week, my husband and I packed up our wolf pack and headed to the Great Wolf Lodge in Fitchburg, Massachusetts. […]
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10 Simple Bento Ideas For Your Next Road Trip
There was a time I was lost in the sauce. I believed I couldn’t feed my family unless it was gourmet. But so many humans came before us and fed their families real, nutritious food that didn’t take very long to put together. This last year, I’ve been on a journey to profoundly change some […]
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The Best Way to Learn History: Plimoth Patuxet Museums
Are you trying to bring history to life for your children? If so, you may be considering a visit to a living history museum. After reading Pilgrim Stories and spending the month of November discussing the First Thanksgiving, we decided to make our own pilgrimage to the Plimoth Patuxet living history museum. Today I’m here […]
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5 Family-Friendly Roadtrip Stops Along I-81 To Try Now
Road trips with kids are chaos. If they aren’t, you aren’t doing them right. Only kidding. Really though: taking a road trip with kids is not for the faint of heart and does require some intentionality and planning. I’m not talking about a two-hour drive here. I’m talking about anything over four hours with kids […]
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5 simple STEPS For The Best Stayacation Ever
Sometimes you can’t afford to get away. Sometimes you don’t really want to. Inflation is very real – but that doesn’t mean we can’t get creative. We are fortunate to live in a beautiful area, and there’s a very small window every year where I feel the urge to leave and explore another place. That’s […]
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10 pro-Tips For an EPIC Day in Salem
Salem, Massachusetts. What a place. Once the home of insanity that resulted in many women losing their lives, now a destination to celebrate the very thing they tried to rid the town of. Visiting is an internal battle for me. On one hand, the journey to radical acceptance of differences is a beautiful thing. On […]
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9 Things I Do Every Time I Visit the New River Valley with Kids
We’ve been taking a bit of a break here while we totally reevaluate our lives. From weird, dead-end relationships to how we’re running our household, there’s been a lot going on this summer. Screen-free summer has been a hit, and our family has opted to move forward with much more intentional screen use. That makes […]
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The Newbie’s Guide to Surviving a Plane Ride with (Really) Little Kids
There are few things better than a family vacation. The problem is, you have to get there first. Starting a vacation off with a rocky trip really puts a damper on the entire experience. And then you have to survive the trip home. Six years ago, we took our first (and at the time, only) […]
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Have You Seen the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine?
Today we’re taking a deep dive on The Children’s Museum + Theatre of Maine. Pop on over to see if this is worth a visit for you.
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Everything You Need to Know About The McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Museum
The McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Museum may be on your list if you have a little astronaut in your life. Located in Concord, NH, this museum honors two New Hampshire astronauts (one lost in the Challenger explosion). If you’re considering a trip to the Granite State and wondering what to expect, you’ve come to the right place! […]
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The Ultimate Festival for Kids in New Hampshire Is…
Peterborough’s Children and The Arts Festival was on my radar for about thirty seconds before I made plans to check it out. It all started last weekend when we decided on a whim to check out a presentation by Monadnock Falconry. I was so moved by the experience, that I decided to see where they […]
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Thoughtful Travel Hacks for a Tear-Free Road Trip
It’s hard to believe that this spring, my oldest will be seven! S-E-V-E-N. Incredible. And I’m just going to tell it to you straight: the first two years of her life were misery. I couldn’t go anywhere because everywhere I’d go, she’d scream until she hyperventilated. People said “she’ll get used to it,” but I […]
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How to See Boston Children’s Museum Like a local
The Boston Children’s Museum has been on my list for a while. While my children have loved their membership at The Acton Discovery Museum, my oldest is beginning to outgrow it. She’s at a funky age where the Science Museum is still a bit above her head, but children’s museums aren’t really her speed, either. […]
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The Most Laid-Back Thing to Do with Kids is…
Every fall, my family of five packs up and heads on a 14-hour road trip to rural Virginia. Halloween is one of my favorite holidays, and there is something magical about taking my children trick-or-treating at the same houses I did growing up. Each year I chuckle because even though the houses have changed hands, […]
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Simple Travel Hacks: Parent Edition
It’s that time of year – when New Englanders start fleeing the cold, dreary bleakness in search of sunshine, and everyone else starts making plans for their summer vacations. It’s a hopeful time, and one filled with a lot of stress and anxiety as we begin to start thinking of how in the world we […]
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A Surprising Alternative to the New England Aquarium
After last week’s post, it should come as no surprise that my family would be on the hunt for an alternative to the New England Aquarium. The Seacoast Science Center had been on my list for a while, but I could never find the right time to pull the trigger. This is mostly due to […]
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Read This Before Heading to the New England Aquarium
The New England Aquarium. Where to begin? Let’s start with facts. The New England Aquarium is a large aquarium situated on the Boston Harbor. It’s been around since 1969 and has become a beloved favorite of families in the region. Also fact: my husband and I were members for a number of consecutive years pre-children. […]
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Disney On Ice: What You Need to Know to Choose Between Shows
I remember my very first Disney on Ice experience in 2010ish. I was working for a daycare during undergrad and we took all the little people to a midday showing. All the cast members came on the ice for the opening performance, I became teary eyed, and I realized in that moment I couldn’t wait […]
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Sinkland Farms: Everything You Need to Know
Oooooh, rural Virginia, how I have a love-hate relationship with thee. I grew up in Southwest Virginia, but, like lots of teenagers, I made haste to leave as soon as I had a diploma in hand. While I love visiting the stunning scenery, I’m pretty claustrophobic by day four. This is more likely related to […]
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5 Reasons Luray Caverns is A Perfect Roadtrip Stop
I grew up in Southwest Virginia. It’s beautiful, but finding things to do can be challenging. I celebrated my “half-life” year this past year. I’m a science nerd, to be sure, but this had nothing to do with radioactive decay. My “half-life” marks the point in my life where I have lived equal amounts of […]
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Everything You Need to Know About Visiting Davis Farmland
Davis Farmland is a popular destination for families spring through fall. And it’s easy to see why. With direct access to farm animals (yes, you can hold a goat), as well as playgrounds, a spray-ground, BBQ, apple picking, hayrides, picnicking, and even a bar (for adults), it’s no wonder why people have Davis Farmland on […]
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Don’t Let Green Hair Ruin Your Vacation.
Summer is for swimming. I may be a hippie, but I love a pool. There are some things I’m just willing to deal with. A beautiful pool with crystal-clear water on a hot day? Yeah, I’m literally in. I’d be an utter grump if I couldn’t go for a swim in those conditions. Last summer, […]
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You Haven’t Done Childhood in New Hampshire Unless You’ve Made the Journey to Squam Lakes Science Center
When I was an undergrad, I studied Environmental Science and Biology. Up until my last semester of college, my dream job was to become an environmental educator – then I took a required course in public health and realized that my passion was actually environmental health. While that’s all water under the bridge now, it’s […]
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Disney’s Character Dining 4-1-1
Post contains affiliate links. See my disclosure. Disney Character Dining is *the* way to meet characters If you’re heading to Walt Disney World with little kids, you may (or may not) have character dining on your radar. If you don’t, I highly suggest you put it at the top of your list. Nothing will ruin […]
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I Dress my Kids Identically in Public. The Reason Surprises Most People.
There was a time dressing kids alike horrified me A little over six years ago, I was childless. And my opinions ran strong. One such opinion was dressing my kids the same way. What about their INDIVIDUALITY?! I would shout from the rooftops. Then my second kiddo came along and my third in rapid succession. […]
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Yes, You Can (and should) do Disney Without a Car Seat
If you’re headed to Disney World with little kids in tow, you’re not alone. On our last trip, I saw more kids in strollers than I could begin to count. And meltdowns? There were plenty, mine included. Our first year at Disney, we decided to rent a car. We didn’t know the lay of the […]
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A Head-To-Head Comparison of Rocking Horse Ranch & Woodloch Pines
Is there anything better than vacationing at an all-inclusive resort? When traveling with multiple kids and different generations, I’d say not. Over the past few years, my family has traveled to two of the three all-inclusive resorts in the Northeastern US – Rocking Horse Ranch and Woodloch Pines. We’ve had so much fun, that I’m […]
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A Reliable Way to Entertain the Kids – Acton Discovery Museum
The Acton Discovery Museum is a children’s museum in greater Boston, Massachusetts. Read on to see if it’s worth a visit.
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How to Keep Kids Safe Outside: What You Need to Know about the Ticks & Tick-Borne Diseases
Everything you never wanted to know about ticks: how to avoid tick bites, how to remove ticks, and what to do after a tick encounter.
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An Exclusive Look at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort
The Rocking Horse Ranch is an all-inclusive resort located in the Catskill Mountains. Find out if it’s right for your next family adventure!
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How to Save Money at Disney World
The Invisible Trendsetter shares nine eye-opening ways to save money on Disney World food, resorts, tickets, and more.
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Stay in the Magic: Disney’s Beach Club Resort
Check out why Beach Club should and shouldn’t be on your shortlist of places to stay while vacationing at Walt Disney World.
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The Art & Science of Keeping Baby Warm in Winter
Keeping babies warm in winter is a delicate dance. Find out how to get you both out the door and extend your time in the sunshine.
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A Cheat-Sheet for Dressing Little Kids for Cold Weather
Dress your kids for success with this dressing guide for humans aged 2-5. Includes a layer-by-layer guide to a joyful outdoor experience.
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Stop Wasting Time at Disney: Avoid These 5 Mistakes
An honest review of top Disney World Resort attractions, as well as tips and trips to make your trip epic.
