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7 Classes for Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers in Richmond
I love participating in local programs with my children, and we started trying out activities when my son was around 4 months old....

The West End Mom
Jul 27, 20217 min read


The Best Shaded Parks in Richmond, Virginia
We love visiting parks all year in Richmond, but it gets so hot during June, July & August! Now that summer is in full swing, we need...

The West End Mom
Jul 13, 202113 min read


10 Family-Friendly Adventures that Will Keep You Cool this Summer
Summer days in Virginia can be scorching, so we alternate our adventures with visits to our pool, local splash pads, local beaches, and...

The West End Mom
Jul 5, 20218 min read


A Summer Bucket List for Virginia Families
We've been looking forward to summer 2021 for a long time: the world is headed towards normalcy, safety guidelines have been relaxed &...

The West End Mom
Jun 22, 20219 min read


Visiting Kings Dominion with Little Kids
I grew up going to Kings Dominion, so it was a trip down memory lane when I started taking my own littles for the first time when they...

The West End Mom
Jun 13, 20219 min read


An Easy Beach Trip: 5 Beaches less than 2 hours from Richmond
With Memorial Day & summer days headed our way, we are looking for ways to stay cool! When traveling with kids, we usually can't take a...

The West End Mom
May 24, 20215 min read


5 Fun Adventures Around Richmond
Looking for an easy activity with your family? Here are a few of our favorite half day adventures around Richmond. Most of the locations...

The West End Mom
Apr 4, 20213 min read


A Getaway Weekend in Roanoke, Virginia
We had the best time weekend in Star City! While it was freezing, we still managed to explore Roanoke, Virginia. We like visiting Roanoke...

The West End Mom
Mar 7, 20213 min read


Indoor Play: Where can we safely explore inside?
Finding safe indoor spaces has always been a challenge with little ones, especially in the winter. With a 3 yo & 18 month old, someone is...

The West End Mom
Jan 20, 20214 min read


My Favorite Stroller-Friendly Walks around RVA
Getting out with little ones, especially a newborn, can be tricky! When I had my son, I was nervous to walk anywhere with him except in...

The West End Mom
Jun 22, 20204 min read


Virtual Easter Bunny Experiences
Here are two virtual activities children can take part in to see the Easter Bunny and finds bunnies. I'll update this as soon as I find...

The West End Mom
Apr 5, 20201 min read


Virtual Storytimes
There are so many amazing story times on Facebook, Instagram and on authors' websites. I've linked a few that I know of, and I will...

The West End Mom
Mar 27, 20202 min read


Virtual Classes for Babies
In the midst of our international emergency, I have found such goodness in our teachers, businesses, and community. So many people have...

The West End Mom
Mar 23, 20202 min read


Art Class at the VMFA, Artsy Infants
We’ve been taking art classes at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts in the City of Richmond since H was 4 months old. This was one of the...

The West End Mom
Jan 4, 20201 min read


My Favorite Classes for Babies (0-1)
What do you try first with a baby in Richmond, Virginia? I was a bit skeptical when my friend, who also had a four month old, wanted to...

The West End Mom
Dec 12, 20192 min read



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