Camping with toddlers and babies: Yes or No?
I did not grow up camping. My family always stayed at hotels or family’s and friend’s homes when we were on vacation. My first time camping was in college on...
Aiming for Friendships and Not Follows
by Amarilys
We all know what we like to see on social media. But even more—we’re pretty keenly aware of what we don’t want to see as we scroll through our online...
To My Girl: Tonight, I Rocked You
I’m not a poet. I haven’t written a poem since my 4th grade Haikus. However, right before my son was born this past December, I had the sweetest and most lovely...
A Mom’s Preteen Boy Survival Guide
by Amy Krause
When I first learned that I was to be the new mother of a bouncing baby boy, many thoughts came to mind. One thought in particular was, how in the...
Ask the Counselor: Teasing at School
by Allison
“A girl at school has been calling my middle school daughter ‘fat’. How can help her?” I am so sorry your daughter is experiencing teasing at school. Not easy...
Fun Changes at Minnesota Children’s Museum – Rochester
New Exhibit – Little Builders It’s time! Another new exhibit has just opened at the Minnesota Children’s Museum – Rochester this week! Little Builders is now open for children to construct,...
Saying Goodbye (You Don’t Have to Embrace It)
by Heather
Today, I gave my husband fair warning: “I’m feeling a little emotional lability, so consider yourself warned.” We do that. I’m not by nature a hugely demonstrative person, so when...
So, I hate some things……
by Christy
So here is the deal. mom life is bliss. mom life is rewarding. mom life is glorious. mom life is my most important job. mom life has me overflowing with...
Let’s Do This Summer Project
by Amarilys
It’s that season again! The itch to get rid of the old, sweep up the remains, and grab some paint swatches is upon us. It begins on such an exciting...
Victoria’s – Family Friendly Fine Dining
{We’ve partnered with Victoria’s Ristorante & Wine Bar to provide you with a review of their restaurant. Rochester MN Moms Blog partners with brands and organizations we know will benefit our readers, so...