Beyond COVID-19: Keeping Kids Safe This Summer

Of course, coronavirus is on all of our minds this summer, particularly as we look towards the Fall and various back to school plans. But as we spend more time at home and continue to stay safe through social distancing, experts urge parents not to forget about...

Why Are Black Moms More Likely to Die During Pregnancy & Childbirth?

As moms, pregnancy and childbirth is a magical and also, complicated time. We look forward to meeting our child, but also want to be sure we’re making the best decisions, along with our healthcare provider, to get them here as safely as possible. Black moms...

Popsicles: Refreshing Recipes for Summer Fun

Popsicles are synonymous with summer, and for good reason—they’re refreshing on hot days, help hydrate kids and adults alike, and are easy to hold, even for tiny toddler hands. While we don’t judge store bought varieties, making them allows you to...

Lucy’s Story: Help A Family Save Their Daughter’s Life

Lucy Van Doormaal was born on April 1st, 2020 at British Columbia Children’s Hospital in Vancouver, CA, joining older brother Sullivan, 3. But just a week later, parents Scott and Laura noticed something wasn’t right. “Lucy was a natural thumb sucker, and...

Race, COVID-19 & More: Our Chat with a Psychologist Mom

This story originally appeared on Greenwich Moms. This week’s Meet a Mom is Reon Baird-Feldman, PhD. Born in Guyana, South America, she moved to White Plains, NY when she was 7. “We lived with several of my aunts and their families until moving to Teaneck, NJ...

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✨New Story: Beyond COVID-19: Keeping Kids Safe T

✨New Story: Beyond COVID-19: Keeping Kids Safe This Summer✨ We’re all thinking about coronavirus, but we should also be taking simple steps to reduce the risk of drowning, injury, Lyme Disease and other common summer dangers, especially as we spend more time at home and in our yards.☀️ We spoke to a @yalemedicine pediatric emergency physician about what parents should know. Link in bio. 👆
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Today we’re sharing a unique opportunity from @v

Today we’re sharing a unique opportunity from @visartsrva for students starting this fall. Read below to learn more!
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Many parents have reached out to us to see if VisArts is offering in-person activities and support for working families during the upcoming school year. In response to these requests, we're offering a limited number of supervised, on-site studio study spaces for students in grades one through eight. ⁠
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The VisArts Studio Study Pods Program will start on Tuesday, September 8 and run through February 5, 2021. Pods will have no more than five students each and will run from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. ⁠
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This distance learning support program is designed to provide a safe and supportive learning environment for students whose parents or guardians must return to work during the COVID-19 pandemic. ⁠
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We hope that this program can offer your family a sense of normalcy for the school year, providing a daily schedule and peace of mind for you, knowing that your child is in a safe environment focusing on their schoolwork. Our staff and Studio Learning Assistants will provide an academic setting during the school day and enriching arts programming, games and movement activities after school. VisArts has supported Richmond’s students since our founding in 1963. We hope we can continue to serve you as we navigate the COVID-19 pandemic together. ⁠
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You can learn more by clicking the link in our bio! 🧡 @visartsrva
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Did you know Black moms are between 2 and 3 times

Did you know Black moms are between 2 and 3 times as likely to die due to pregnancy & childbirth-related causes as white women? We spoke to Dr Alicia Bonaparte, associate professor of Sociology at @pitzercollege this discrepancy, her suggestions for all women who want to be allies, and her advice to Black moms-to-be if they’re not feeling heard by their doctors.🩺Link in bio.👆
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#goals . . #repost from @mommywinetime via @howtob

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#repost from @mommywinetime via @howtobeafunparent
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These unicorn popsicles from @craftboxgirls are 💯! Head to link in bio 👆for our roundup of homemade popsicles for kids and even spiked varieties (with🍸 ) for adults. 👌
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Our local business spotlight today is on Dr. Kelle

Our local business spotlight today is on Dr. Kelley of @rvaholisticpt! Below are a few details from her on what she does to help local mamas right here in #RVA. Follow her @rvaholisticpt to learn more!
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I am Dr Kelley, Board Certified Women's Health Physical Therapist, mom of 3 and mom on a mission to stop normalizing pain and leaking especially after childbirth. I have been a pelvic health specialist for over 13 years, but started @rvaholisticpt in March after my own experience as a physical therapy patient. Everything about it was impossibly hard especially finding childcare and time for my appointments! That experience launched my business! I cater to pregnancy, postpartum, the female athlete and runner and offer housecalls, clinic on tuesdays and telehealth. My goal is to deliver care to moms and birthing people in the setting most convenient to them- clinic, virtual or their house! Best part- you don't need to hire a sitter!
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Beyond COVID-19: Keeping Kids Safe This Summer

Beyond COVID-19: Keeping Kids Safe This Summer

Of course, coronavirus is on all of our minds this summer, particularly as we look towards the Fall and various back to school plans. But as we spend more time at home and continue to stay safe through social distancing, experts urge parents not to forget about...

Why Are Black Moms More Likely to Die During Pregnancy & Childbirth?

As moms, pregnancy and childbirth is a magical and also, complicated time. We look forward to meeting our child, but also want to be sure we’re making the best decisions, along with our healthcare provider, to get them here as safely as possible. Black moms...

Popsicles: Refreshing Recipes for Summer Fun

Popsicles: Refreshing Recipes for Summer Fun

Popsicles are synonymous with summer, and for good reason—they’re refreshing on hot days, help hydrate kids and adults alike, and are easy to hold, even for tiny toddler hands. While we don’t judge store bought varieties, making them allows you to...

Lucy’s Story: Help A Family Save Their Daughter’s Life

Lucy’s Story: Help A Family Save Their Daughter’s Life

Lucy Van Doormaal was born on April 1st, 2020 at British Columbia Children’s Hospital in Vancouver, CA, joining older brother Sullivan, 3. But just a week later, parents Scott and Laura noticed something wasn’t right. “Lucy was a natural thumb sucker, and...

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Race, COVID-19 & More: Our Chat with a Psychologist Mom

Race, COVID-19 & More: Our Chat with a Psychologist Mom

This story originally appeared on Greenwich Moms. This week’s Meet a Mom is Reon Baird-Feldman, PhD. Born in Guyana, South America, she moved to White Plains, NY when she was 7. “We lived with several of my aunts and their families until moving to Teaneck, NJ...