DC Area Moms

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The Washington, DC area is full of amazing moms. There are working moms, stay-at-home moms, single moms, moms of multiples, foster moms, adoptive moms, etc. We want to highlight some of those moms like Lavina Ramchandani. Each month we will feature one special mom as the Mom of the Month. Know a fellow amazing local mom here?

Like many all over the world, I have a Dolly Parton shaped hole in my heart and am so sad she passed away on August 25, 2026 at the age of 80. For more than six decades, she filled our lives with songs, stories, laughter, pizzazz, and a beautiful example of how to use your gifts to serve others. She wore many hats as a songwriter, singer, actress, author, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and businesswoman.

It’s somewhere around 2 pm. How’s your energy level? If you’re like a lot of people, at this part of the day you probably are experiencing an afternoon slump. To some extent, this is a natural phenomenon, guided by our circadian rhythms. Nonetheless, “getting a case of the slows”, as my dad says, is something you can fight! Here are six quick and easy tips for beating the afternoon slump First of all, this should be a no-brainer.

I’m sure you’ve read about or talked to friends about promoting simple childhoods and minimal toy rooms. I always liked the idea of this, but experienced the actual benefits for myself a few years ago. Right before Christmas, I received a hand-me-down toy kitchen for my toddlers. After a few minor repairs, a coat of paint, and some chalkboards, they looked brand new. I then asked the grandparents to have lots of play food ready for them to unwrap on Christmas morning.

There is nothing I enjoy more than cooking for my little one! I have always had a passion for healthy cooking and love experimenting in the kitchen and trying new recipes for our toddler son. I love to prepare him with different foods and see his little face when he tries something new for the first time. Personally, I usually try to do all my prepping and cooking at the beginning of the week.

With so many amazing children’s books out there, it can be challenging to select which books will capture both you and your little one without taking home half of the library! After many years of reading books to young children, I compiled a list sure to surprise, entertain, introduce new ideas, induce giggles, and inspire you and your little one. Photo from globalmoments from Getty Images via Canva.

I planned to write about “Why Summer Break is THE WORST” then didn’t… Everyone is so excited for summer break and I get that–if you have relaxing vacations and days lying by the pool with a book and a glass of rosé in your future. But what if you have young kids? Why are people so excited for Summer?!?! And now, here I sit as Summer comes to a close, and I have had a change of attitude (mostly). I approached Summer in a new way, which let me enjoy things that made me crazy/cry in the past.

As summer fades and that crisp fall air arrives, back-to-school season is officially here! This time of year can bring a mix of excitement and stress. Whether you’re balancing work, managing the household or both, transitioning from lazy summer days to school routines can feel overwhelming. But don’t worry—I’ve got your back! With a little planning and a few organizing tips, you can make this shift smoother for everyone.

School will begin soon! Is anyone else “nesting” like you would during pregnancy, but now we are doing it for school. Here are some of our very favorite back to school essentials from timers to stay on task and to a paper organizer to keep things in their place. What is on your back to school list?