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Before I had kids, I loved the Fourth of July - fireworks, sparklers, strawberry shortcakes, picnics with family, and parades. Now it's loud noises, cranky hot kids, food allergies, funky comments, and more loud noises.  Two of my children...

The Santa decision is a big one for families that celebrate Christmas. There is no one best approach. I'm not going to begin to suggest what I think is best for your family. That's something that only you know....

If you have been following RMB for a while, you know that Bloom is one of our favorite signature events of the year. Its something that we look forward to hosting and this year is no exception! In no particular...

  As the Twelve Days of Christmas come to an end, here is a little song I think we can all relate to. On the first day of motherhood my dear child gave to me, A toy stuck in the neighbor's tree. On...

There is no better time to go on a scavenger hunt than right now.  Our RVA Scavenger Hunt is the perfect way to spend a weekend and to have fun as a family! Make it a contest, collect points,...

To be honest, it wasn’t overnight, nor was it unexpected. But it turns our worlds upside down for a minute every summer, nonetheless. No, I'm not talking about having a third baby. I’m a stepmom. My husband and I have a...

Teacher of the year - check! Mommy of the year - not so much: I teach adolescent girls all day long. While I have been told how heroic I am for my willingness to take on this astonishing feat, it...

Struggling with meltdowns? 0-60 emotions in seconds? Poor organization? Difficulty concentrating? Sensitive to sounds? The Tiger may need some taming.  When someone’s tiger is out of control it makes someone feel powerless to their emotions and their loved ones feel powerless...

For many of us, it’s a part of a routine visit when going for our yearly physical at our doctor’s offices and yet for most of us it’s the part of the visit that gives us the most anxiety....

I love Easter. I love the fact that it means this dreary Richmond “second winter” is finally ending. I love the kids dressed up. I love trying to find a seat when the church pews are filled to capacity....