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A young mother wearing a tan jumpsuit rubs noses with her toddler, wearing a jean dress. She is always looking for fun toddler activities in Hampton Roads.

There’s no doubt about it, our toddlers are constantly on the go! My own little one has such a fascination with life and learning. So I’m constantly on the lookout for fun activities to keep her entertained and moving. And the bonus? Toddler activities are a great way for me to get out and meet […]

Top 5 Toddler Activities in Hampton Roads

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A family wearing blue and khaki wraps their arms around each other. They stand on the beach, which is a fun kids activity in Hampton Roads.

Hampton Roads is the area in Virginia (and North Carolina, depending on who you talk to) that stretches from the Williamsburg, VA area all the way to Elizabeth City, NC. Although it seems like a lot of area covered, the drive time from one end to the other isn’t much longer than 2 hours. However, […]

7 Best Things To Do With Kids in Hampton Roads

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A high school senior stands by a lake at sunset. The glowing sky shows off the just turning fall leaves. She wears a red dress that could be found at All the Rage.

With prom season soon upon us, finding the perfect dress is going to be on the forefront of your mind. Prom is a once in a lifetime experience and likely to be one of the events that stands out the most in your memories from high school. I remember my own prom dress shopping experience […]

All the Rage: Hampton Roads Number One Prom Dress Shop

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A family smiles at the camera. Mom and dad hold their toddler daughter, who is just the right age to enjoy an indoor playground in Chesapeake, VA. The photo is in black and white.

The weather hasn’t been the greatest and our kids are driving us crazy in the house! You may be hiding in your room for some peace and quiet, mourning those crisp fall, and sunny spring days where you could go to the park to let the kiddos run off all their energy. Before you decide […]

Top 5 Indoor Playgrounds in Chesapeake VA

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A title for the blog for the best outfits for spring family photos.

It’s hard to believe, but choosing the right outfits is one of the most important parts of planning your photo session! Without the right outfits, your photos will look mediocre, and not at all wall worthy. I believe that everyone deserves to have photographs of their family up on their walls. Wall art that they […]

Best Outfits for Spring Family Photos

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A high school senior wears a floral dress during her Chesapeake senior portraits. She has one hand in her hair and smiles off to the side.

One of the most important parts of planning your senior portraits is picking the location. These are the portraits you will look back on, the ones that become your graduation announcements, the gifts to relatives. It is important that you love the setting. Luckily, there are some great options, right in Chesapeake for senior portraits! […]

Top 5 Locations for Your Chesapeake Senior Portraits

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A toddler wearing a teal dress with cats plays at a white table. She is doing the kind of child-centered exploratory play taught at Chesapeake Montessori School.

If you are the parent of young children, like me, chances are education is top of your mind these days. As a former teacher (in both public and private settings) I can tell you that I have very high standards when it comes to my children’s education. Although public school teachers are wonderful, sometimes the […]

Chesapeake Montessori School: The Best Choice in the 757

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A mom does nose kisses with her toddler daughter. The mom wears a tan jumpsuit and the girl is in a denim dress. The dress could easily have been purchased at Once Upon a Child in Chesapeake.

As parents, we are constantly looking for ways to, affordably, refresh our children’s’ wardrobes. Let’s face it, these kids grow so fast, and play so hard, that sometimes it just doesn’t make sense to buy everything new! Many of us are familiar with the idea of donating, or passing on, our children’s outgrown clothing. Every […]

Once Upon a Child Chesapeake: A Sustainable Option

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A pair of sisters sits on a white blanket in a field of wildflowers. They wear red and teal. The oldest is old enough to participate in Chesapeake youth sports.

There’s no denying it, some of our greatest childhood memories come from participating in sports. We built friendships, learned new skills, maybe even found lifelong passions. As parents, we want what is best for our kids, and that means creating experiences for them that they will remember for a lifetime. Sports can be time consuming, […]

Top 3 Options for Chesapeake Youth Sports

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A family of two parents and two young boys plays in the sand. The boys neutral outfits can be found in stores like Little Peas Children's Boutique in Chesapeake, VA.

Little Peas Children’s Boutique: Chesapeake’s Best Kids Store In the world of parenting, shopping for your little one stands out as one of the top activities. If you’re like me, I can guess that your little one has far more outfits than they need, all much more fashionable than your own! In Chesapeake, Little Peas […]

Discover High Quality Fashion at Little Peas Children’s Boutique

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