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The American Heart Association’s Go Red For Women supporters, along with the campaign’s national founding sponsor, Macy’s, encourage the community to celebrate National Wear Red Day on Friday, Feb. 3.
... If you’re like me, part of you wants to be one of those moms who’s organized enough to make all those adorably sweet Valentine’s Day cards and crafts that you’ve
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Overnight camps bring the traditional menu of activities such as hiking, fishing, swimming, boating, games, arts and crafts, and more, but also develop children's courage and resourcefulness. Learn everything you need to know about overnight camps, including gauging whether your child is ready, finding the right fit, and prepping your budget.
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The theme for this year's National Catholic Schools Week — which takes place Jan. 29-Feb. 4. — is “Catholic Schools: Communities of Faith, Knowledge and Service.” Schools typically observe the annual celebration week with masses, open houses and other activities for students, families, parishioners and community members.
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Day camps and classes give your child the chance to explore a topic or activity in more depth. They also offer a shorter, more intensive experience — typically including activities, like games or field trips, to help campmates connect with each other. More than 90 percent of campers say that they met people who are different from themselves and made new friends. Many day camps in the region are already enrolling campers for this summer, so now is a good time to explore options and talk with your children about their interests.
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New guidelines recently issued by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) call for infants to sleep in the same room, but not the same bed, as mom and dad. read
... When the temperature drops to dangerous lows outside, sometimes the greatest danger can be lurking in our own homes. read more
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Since Valentine's Day falls on a Tuesday this year, you may want to consider planning the perfect at-home celebration that involves the whole family. Here are some great ideas for a stress-free holiday, courtesy of Whole Foods Market.
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Hi! I’m Cat and I’m the voice behind Mary Martha Mama. According to my husband, if they made a Barbie of me she’d have a glue gun in one hand
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Children are open to new ideas, trying different things, and exploring. So how do you encourage them? You don’t need to spend a lot (or any!) money to nurture your child’s imagination and interests. Here are some ideas to inspire your children to pursue their current interests and discover some new ones.
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