Spring break. It’s definitely a mixed blessing this year. On the one hand, I’m looking forward to just being “mom” for a week as opposed to juggling the role of “teacher” as well. On the other hand, without all that e-learning material it’s going to be totally on me to come up with the daily […]
Staying in with Out and About Mom: Week 2
So how’s everyone doing? I definitely feel like reality has set in this week, realizing that we’ve got another month of social distancing in our future (at least). We’re trying to stay positive, focusing on the family time and counting our blessings that we can all be here together playing Scrabble and watching movies. Like […]
Staying in with Out and About Mom: Week 1
When Mandy and I started this blog almost 9 years ago, we could not have imagined that one of our greatest challenges would be needing to stay at home 24/7. Indeed, we first started this site when our oldest children were still just babies as a way to motivate ourselves to get out of the […]
Feeling antsy already? Try these family-friendly trails.
It was only a few weeks ago that I was lamenting how, once again, the school year seemed to have wizzed by. Here we were approaching the end of February, with only 3 1/2 months to go until summer break. I was getting particularly teary about my 4th grader, thinking how next year would be […]
Sensory Saturday at Imagine Nation
Imagine Nation is currently an Out and About Mom sponsor. No additional compensation was received for this post and all opinions are 100% the blogger’s own. Hi everyone! We have a really special post today. It’s a post that’s been a long time coming. For many years we have hoped that one day this blog […]
It’s Playtime, Go Cuckoo!
PLEASE NOTE: This post was written in 2020, and while it should still give you a good overview of the experience, it may also contain some outdated information. Please be sure to visit their website for the most up-to-date information, especially about things like hours & pricing. ———————————— 2020 Post: Thank you to It’s Playtime for providing Tiffany with […]
Maple Sugaring Activities in Connecticut (2020)
One of the things I love about writing this blog is that over the years I’ve grown increasingly aware of the subtle rhythms of New England agricultural life. I know that pick-your-own season officially opens with strawberries in June, that fresh berries and stone fruits start to top pancakes in local eateries in early July, […]
GIVEAWAY: Urban Air Adventure Park in Manchester, CT
THIS GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED. Congratulations to Emily S., winner of the basic birthday party package from Urban Air in Manchester, CT! Thank you to Urban Air Adventure park in Manchester, CT for providing the prize for this GIVEAWAY! Any opinions expressed by this blogger are 100% her own. Now that you’ve read all about Urban Air Adventure Park […]
Urban Air Adventure Park in Manchester
Please note: This post was written in 2020, and while it should still give you a good overview of the experience, it may also contain some outdated information. Please be sure to visit Urban Air Manchester’s website for the most current information, especially about things like hours & pricing. 2020 Post: This post has been […]
10 Places to Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Kids in CT (2020)
Valentine’s Day is around the corner! And we’re here to help you celebrate with our Out and About Mom Valentine’s Day Guide for 2020. This year we’ve compiled a list of 10 activities and events for families that will teach, engage, inspire and encourage creativity. From hands-on projects and handmade gifts to snuggly storytimes, get ready to […]