One of the obstacles I am trying to overcome while parenting is learning how to accept advice and learning how to speak up when it comes to disciplining my child. It is easy for me to get defensive and assume…
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The Breast and The Bottle
I knew as soon as I found out that I was pregnant that I wanted to breastfeed my son. I went and did as much research as I could. WIC provided some great resources and my midwife gave me a…
Don’t Forget About You!
The number one thing people tell you about parenting? Kids come first. End of story. No discussion, no questions. Now, I don't disagree with this advice, but there's a fine distinction between the "kids come first", and the "I have…
Balancing Life and Parenting
I feel that due to all of the expenses and obligations in daily life a lot of parents are not able to spend all of the time they would like with their children. Having a child is a life-changing experience,…
Headless Chicken
I have been sitting here staring at this screen on and off for the past hour trying to figure what I have to say about being a young parent. Clearly I have decided to start typing, but I still have…
10 Free Things to Do in Boston with Your Kids!
Free Fun Fridays: Enjoy 60 museums and cultural venues open for free on Fridays all summer long including the Franklin Park Zoo, Cape Cod Maritime Museum, MIT Museum, and more! Click here for a full schedule. Star Gazing at the…
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Knowledge is Power
My name is Grace Garcia and I've been a young parent ambassador for the past 16 months. As my time is up I have had a chance to reflect on my journey. When I first started the program I believed…
#MamasDay 2014
We believe that being a Mama is a profound act of community that should be acknowledged and celebrated. Make this radical idea go viral by sharing one of Strong Families Mamas Day e-cards here! Choose your favorite card image, then add…
Breastfeeding is Empowering!
I breastfed my daughter for a year and six months (maybe a little more). I do not remember exactly when I stopped breastfeeding, even though it was a huge moment in both Lily's life and mine. I tried to stop…
Stronger Generations Initiative 