The problem with working out is ________ (you fill in the blank).  Let’s see if we can name a few together. Gyms: not a lot...
I’d like to think that you, gentle readers, follow along in reading all of my blog posts. If so, you’ll recall that in January...
It's day 2 of our "Mommy Must Have" series, and I'm here to share my Top 5! Surely there's a lot to consider and think...
I have always had a tumultuous relationship with makeup. In high school I wore a lot of flannel, doc martin boots, and converse shoes....
I am a feminist. As a teenager, I lived my persona out loud with shaved head, pierced nose and political t-shirts. I was outspoken in...
This week we here on the BVT Moms Blog delve into the topic of beauty.  What does that mean to us personally?  Who defines...
“Who cares if you can meditate in a closed room with the door closed and no distractions? Can you meditate in the middle of...
When we opened the box of Buddy Fruits for our first family taste test, my little Maggie's eyes grew wide with wonder. "Dat for...

The Dessert Debacle

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Once in a while I stumble upon a piece of parenting advice that is so brilliant, I feel the need to share it with...

DIY Baby Wipes

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Anybody have a baby with a tender tushie?  I certainly do!  After 2 horrible yeast infections in about 2 months time I decided that...
Plenty of New Year's resolutions are fitness-related. In fact, most people see the New Year as a time to leave bad habits in the...
When you are pregnant it feels like every part of your body aches at some point. With my first pregnancy I struggled with different aches...
Today it happened.  I saw the big brown van pull up in front of the house. I tried to play it cool.  I pretended...

When Sickness Strikes

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“Mommy my tummy hurts,” said my 4 ½ year old this past Monday morning at breakfast. “Aden eat your waffles, you asked me to make...

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The UVM Men’s Soccer National Championship Matters to Vermont Families

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Late into the evening on Monday, December 16, I lay in bed while my three kids were asleep, watching the Men’s National Collegiate Soccer...