Category: moms

A Gift for Moms

A Gift for Moms

[ 1 ] 1.4.2008 |

Finding time to exercise is often at the bottom of a new mom’s to-do list but getting out of the house and talking to other moms (and dads) while you tone up or stretch out is a great way to start the New Year. With Stroller Strides you can take your infant or toddler along [...]

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New Years Resolutions

New Years Resolutions

[ 1 ] 12.31.2007 |

Okay, it’s New Year’s again – time to make my resolutions or check how I did with last year’s. And this year I am blogging about it. One of the advantages of publishing a blog is once this is posted I know I won’t lose my list and knowing others will read it may help [...]

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Gift to Self: Self Care During the Holidays

Gift to Self: Self Care During the Holidays

[ 1 ] 12.21.2007 |

By Martha Iachetta My husband, who is not liberal with the compliments, described me recently as “the real deal.” As it was in the midst of a disagreement, I am still not certain it was a compliment. While I am by no means perfect (just ask my husband and friends), I can honestly say that [...]

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Ask Kelly: Meeting new moms?

Ask Kelly: Meeting new moms?

[ 0 ] 12.8.2007 |

We just moved here, and I know no one. I’ve tried looking online, but I couldn’t find anyone locally. How can I meet other moms? Welcome to Rhode Island! There are many other families in your same stage of life around the state. To begin with, many moms meet other moms at playgroups, libraries, music [...]

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Booze Clues: Tips for Parenting Future Responsible Teens

Booze Clues: Tips for Parenting Future Responsible Teens

[ 0 ] 11.5.2007 |

By Martha Iachetta I recently returned to my work in two schools after a blissful and all too brief summer off. At first the logistics of my son’s drop offs, pick-ups, transition adjustments, appointments, and enrichment activities coupled with all the beginnings of my own “back to school” responsibilities had my head spinning and me [...]

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Celebrate with Bellani Maternity!

Celebrate with Bellani Maternity!

[ 0 ] 11.1.2007 |

Bellani Maternity celebrates their one year anniversary by planning events for the whole family on Saturday, November 3. This event is all about growing, celebrating, and giving back to the community. Bring a new baby item or toy that will be donated to the Federal Hill House in Providence, Rhode Island (a social service agency [...]

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Walking Towards a Cure

Walking Towards a Cure

[ 0 ] 10.12.2007 |

Chances are we all know someone who has been affected by breast cancer, and we each have our own way to honor these people. They deserve our support – financial and emotional – and we need to be educated by learning early detection signs, conducting regular breast self-examinations, and what to do after receiving a [...]

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First Works for Kids and Adults

First Works for Kids and Adults

[ 1 ] 9.21.2007 |

FirstWorks is one of the many things I love about Providence. This amazing organization brings an array of arts to our city twice a year for kids of all ages to experience. Dedicated to firsts, FirstWorks’ mission is to connect arts to audiences – from kids appreciating the arts for the first time to artists [...]

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Mom’s Night Out

Mom’s Night Out

[ 0 ] 9.20.2007 |

Days and nights are hectic no matter the age of your kids – newborn, toddlers, or teens. And whether you are home full time, work outside the house, or work from home, finding a little time for yourself is like finding a bikini that fits. Save time by making your meals ahead at The Mixing [...]

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The Perils of Reading Harry Potter

The Perils of Reading Harry Potter

[ 1 ] 8.18.2007 |

By Martha Iachetta Any true fan is long done with the latest and final Harry Potter installation; however, for those who are not yet there, don’t worry, I will not give anything away. I write less about plot and more about the experience of not only reading the perilous adventures of Harry and his friends [...]

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