For this week’s post I am venturing out of Connecticut and visiting one of our neighboring states, Massachusetts. My husband’s friend from college was going to be visiting Boston, Massachusetts with his family and we decided to pop over for a visit. The weather forecast was not good for the day we were planning on […]
August Roundup
It’s time for another monthly roundup! I can’t believe that summer is pretty much over and that the kids are all heading back to school. But as Shawna mentioned in her Wordless Wednesday post this week, Fall is just around the corner and there are so many fun Fall activities awaiting us. The other good […]
Wordless Wednesday: Fall Fun
If Memorial Day Weekend is the unofficial start of Summer, then Labor Day Weekend is the unofficial start of Fall. Many of the fabulous Fall activities around our state kick off this weekend or soon after. So I thought we’d have a little fun on this Wordless Wednesday. Each photo below was taken on one […]
OAAM Tiny Diner Series: Buffalo Wild Wings
Cut to the chase. Take me to the Momsense. Despite the popular belief held by my friends and family, particularly my husband, I actually do look forward to the start of football season. The game itself I could take or leave, but I love any excuse to head out for hot wings, host a get-together, […]
New Play Area at The Shoppes at Buckland Hills
UPDATE 10/2016: Please note that the play area has been relocated to the food court area (near the carousel). It still looks roughly the same. PLEASE NOTE: This post was written in 2012 and while it should still give you a good overview of the experience, it is also possible that it may contain some outdated information.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 […]
Gymsters Class at My Gym Glastonbury
PLEASE NOTE: This post was written in 2012, and while it should still give you a good overview of the experience, it is also possible that it may contain some outdated information.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 […]
Wordless Wednesday: Happy Anniversary
This past Sunday my husband and I celebrated our six-year wedding anniversary. What a wonderful six years it has been . . . Want to keep up with all our Out and About Mom adventures? Check back every Tuesday and Thursday as we dish up more Momsense for getting out and about with your little ones. Don’t […]
Imagine Nation Museum
UPDATE 4/4/17: Imagine Nation has undergone a major redesign and renovation since our first visit back in 2012. Check out our NEW POST about this museum for the latest details. And of course, be sure to visit their website for the most up to date information, especially about things like hours and admission. 2012 POST: Cut […]
Exercising For Two: Fitness Tips From Baby Boot Camp
Today, we are so excited to have Brenda Holian, the owner of the brand new (today is the Grand Opening!) Baby Boot Camp location in West Hartford/Farmington Valley here to tell us everything we always wanted to know about pre- and post- natal exercise. A resident of West Hartford since March 2012 when she moved […]
OAAM The First Year: Our Blog-A-Versary Slideshow
So today’s the day. Exactly one year ago Mandy published our very first post at Out and About Mom. Since then, it’s been a crazy, wonderful, exciting year for us. We’ve had an amazing time scouting more than 90 outings in and around Connecticut (see our Top 10 List here). But the truly amazing part […]