I don’t know about you, but I am done with this winter. Now normally, I am all about the snowmen and the sledding and the hot chocolate, but enough is enough! (And now they are talking more snow for next week; it’s never going to be spring!) Fortunately, the snow and cold haven’t kept us […]
OAAM’s Top 5 Outing Ideas for New Moms
PLEASE NOTE: This post was written in 2014, and while it should still offer plenty of ideas and inspiration for new moms (and dads!), some of the details may be outdated. We strongly encourage you to explore each destination’s website to make sure you have the most current information before visiting. —————————- Today’s post is […]
Whippersnapper’s Play Gym
PLEASE NOTE: This post was written in 2014, and while it should still give you a good overview of the experience, it is also possible that it may contain some outdated information.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, especially about things like schedules and pricing. 2014 POST Cut to the chase. Take me to the […]
The OAAM Winter Break Survival Guide
With not one but TWO snow events wreaking havoc on our routine this week, I have seen the future of winter break and it is not pretty. Boo only has two days off from school and other regular activities the week after next (February 17th and 18th), but some of you are facing a whole […]
Make Those Resolutions Into Reality With Help From This Month’s Sponsors
Improvement. In some form or another, it’s what most of us are hoping for as we settle into the new year and try to make those resolutions into a reality. And this month, our sponsors are all about helping you and your little ones with that goal. Maybe you’re looking for an extraordinary educational experience […]
Wordless Wednesday: A Baby Gallery
My little guy is 6 months old today. In some ways, it feels like we just welcomed him into the world. And in others, it feels like he’s been here forever. He’s fun, funny, sweet, silly, energetic and entertaining, and I cannot wait to see what he’ll surprise us with next. To commemorate the occasion, […]
Monkey Around at Monkey Joe’s in Hamden
PLEASE NOTE: This post was written in 2014, and while it should still give you a good overview of the experience, it is also possible that it may contain some outdated information.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, especially about things like schedules and pricing. 2014 POST A quick note: So, you might have noticed […]
My Gym Little Bundles Class
PLEASE NOTE: This post was written in 2014, 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, especially about things like schedules and pricing. PLEASE NOTE: My Gym Glastonbury has moved to 256 Oakwood […]
The OAAM Guide to Indoor Fun
It’s about this time of year that I really start to miss my local playgrounds. Free, fun, and always open, they are my go-to spots when the kiddos and I need to get out…and fast! But frigid temps and frosty conditions make them considerably less appealing. And while there’s no harm in piling on the […]
Wordless Wednesday: We’re Getting a Makeover!
Thanks to our sponsor, Kathryn Deane Photography for providing us with a complimentary photo shoot in exchange for advertising space on our site. All opinions are 100% my own. Mandy and I are excited. So excited. Like waking up on your birthday when you’re 8 years old excited. Like finding cute shoes in your size […]









