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Things to Do with Kids in Connecticut

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The Best Holiday Shopping Destinations with Kids in (and around) CT

I love Thanksgiving. It’s by far my favorite holiday. And for a long time I used to get very grumpy when people started talking about or preparing for the holiday season to follow before we’d even gotten that turkey in the oven. But then I had kids. And all of a sudden I learned (the hard […]

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Fall Fun at Scott’s Yankee Farmer

PLEASE NOTE: This post was written in 2016 and while it should still give you a good overview of the experience, it may also contain some outdated information. Please visit their website for the most up-to-date information, especially about things like hours and pricing. 2016 Post: Thank you to Scott’s Yankee Farmer for giving my […]

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A Hidden Jem’s in South Windsor

PLEASE NOTE: This post was written in 2016, and while it should still give you a good overview of the experience, it is also possible that it may contain some outdated information. Please check their Facebook page for the most current information, especially about things like hours, menu items and pricing. UPDATE MAY 2023: Please note that […]

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A Fall Photo Shoot With The Flash Lady Photography in Newington, CT

DEAL ALERT! The Flash Lady is currently offering OAAM readers $50 off a newborn session with due dates through August 2018 when you book your due date by March 31st, 2018 (not valid on previously booked appointments or with any other offer). Find more information on newborn sessions HERE. This post has been sponsored by The Flash […]

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8 Family Outings for Fall in (and around) Connecticut

Please note: This post contains links to articles that were published in previous years. Please be sure to check each venue’s website for the most up-to-date information, especially about things like hours & pricing. For the past couple years we’ve put together a massive Fall Bucket List comprised of 50+ outing ideas for the season. […]

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Thomas Land & More at Edaville USA

PLEASE NOTE: This post was written in 2016. We have since been informed that Thomas Land is no longer operating at Edaville USA. However, you can check out other offerings available at this amusement park in this post. Please be sure to check their website for the most current information, especially about things like ride offerings, […]

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Splash Pad at Watrous Park in Cromwell

PLEASE NOTE: This post was written in 2016, and while it should still give you a good overview of the experience, it is also possible that it may contain some outdated information. Please check their website for the most current information. UPDATE 2018: We heard that since our initial visit they have added some sails for shade! Yay! […]

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Milk and More at The Farmer’s Cow Calfe

PLEASE NOTE: This post was written in 2016, and while it should still give you a good idea of the overall experience, it may also contain some outdated information. Please be sure to check their website for the most current information especially about things like hours, menu items and pricing. 2016 Post: Do you ever have trouble getting your kiddos […]

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Celebrating Our Fifth Year of Blogging

If you follow our Facebook page, you know that this is a big week for us at Out and About Mom. It’s our FIFTH blogging anniversary! Yes, five years ago–with a rambunctious 1-year-old and a couple of 7-month-old cuties–we set off on our first set of weekly outings. Our mission: to provide parents with the nitty-gritty details they […]