I've spent the majority of my life hanging out with Anxiety and her sister-friend, Depression. Sometimes their cousin, Agoraphobia, joined in the fun. I have found my self in dangerous situations and I have experienced things I would rather...
When I was first pregnant nine years ago, I found so much information and comfort in online groups. All the questions about strange body changes, sharing fears and hopes, and potential baby names - nothing was off limits. There...
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Raising Future Voters

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The 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution: “The right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any State on account of sex. Congress shall have power...
My third son is the most curious, lovable, and adorable creature on Earth. He just turned one, and his brothers, his Daddy, and I are all nuts for him. He also, for the last six months of his life,...
My husband and I recently spent a weekend away with two other couples who have been long-time friends. We'd all been planning this couple's trip for months.  At one point, due to a job change, my husband and I...
Hey There, Grandma, Grandpa, Nana, Papa, Meme, Pepe - we see you.   We know this was not your plan. Never did you dream you would be raising your grandchildren, but here you are. You have traded spoiling and adventures with...
January 6th 2021 was a Wednesday. It was like any other Wednesday until it wasn't. There's been a lot of jokes going around on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and every other social media platform about how 2021 had to be better, it...
My son recently turned 2 years old, and like most moms, I’m feeling ALL the feelings.  These milestones, for me, always come with reflection on our time in the NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit).  When my water broke at...
I have three children, ages 37, 35, and 31. So here is a list of all my successful child-rearing strategies.       (Wait, am I really supposed to write 420 more words for this article?) At work, when younger mothers...
I haven’t written a lot in the last few weeks. I've been trying to do my part by hitting pause and absorbing the climate of events. Actively listening to the black voices that need to be heard is essential...

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Family-Friendly Walks Throughout Rhode Island

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Now that spring has officially arrived and warmer weather is (hopefully) on its way, it's the perfect time to get outside for a family...