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Parenting isn’t a solo act, even if it feels that way at 2 a.m. when the baby won’t sleep or your toddler’s melting down in the grocery aisle. In this section, you’ll find local voices, trusted guides, and real-deal resources that make raising kids in your community a little easier. From birth doulas and lactation consultants to playgrounds, preschools, and support groups, these posts help you connect the dots—and the people—who can walk beside you. We share stories of parents finding their village, navigating hard seasons, and learning that asking for help is its own kind of strength. However your family looks, you belong here, right in the heart of your local parenting network.

14 Fun Things to Do With Kids on Memorial Day

Memorial day is Monday, May 30th. These days, it’s a day when we’re bombarded with sale ads and deals from big box stores. But the real meaning of this day is to remember the brave men and women who have lost their lives for our freedom. This Memorial Day, honor...

Mother’s Day events in Rhode Island

Mother’s Day 2022 is just around the corner. Want to make this year extra special? There are tons of great things to do in Rhode Island on Mother’s Day. From special brunches to afternoon teas to live music, there’s something for every kind of mom. Read on to learn about...

Top 5 Fun At-Home Holiday Activities

Being a parent during the holidays is a big job. Between gift shopping, decorating, and meal-planning, it’s easy to let the stress of making the magic happen overtake the magic itself. These simple, fun at-home holiday activities are the perfect way to reconnect with the true meaning of the season:...

Rhode Island Christmas Guide

The holidays are here! ‘Tis the season for magic, wonder, and quality family time. In Rhode Island, there are lots of opportunities to experience the festivities with kids of all ages. Read on for family-friendly holiday activities in Rhode Island. Family-Friendly Holiday Activities in Rhode Island 51st Annual Bowen's Wharf...

Massachusetts Christmas Guide

The holidays are here! Just like that, it’s Christmastime again. Beyond the shopping lists and decorating tips, this season is about spending meaningful time with family. Are you looking for fun holiday activities to do with kids in the Boston area? For free, budget-friendly, and splurge-worthy holiday events, read on...

Dressing a Newborn for Spring Weather

At Well Supported Family home base, we live in New England. And New England has fun things called seasons. Spring officially starts in March but let’s face it, it doesn’t feel like spring until May! The weather in spring on any given day could be in the 30s or in...

Finding Lactation Support

Finding Lactation Support in your area is crucial for successfully surpassing breastfeeding issues. We reached out to a local breastfeeding expert and advocate to write us a blog on how to find lactation support! August is Breastfeeding Month! Each week we have celebrated the World, Native Americans, Emergencies, and Black...

Chiropractic care during Pregnancy

Chiropractic during pregnancy. Should we? Shouldn't we? We asked an expert! Guest blog by Dr. Andrea Pregnancy is a very exciting time in a woman’s life but also can be quite stressful in many ways. Chiropractic during pregnancy can help. Chiropractic is a non-invasive, natural way to keep our bodies...

How to Keep Your Baby Warm and Safe in Fall and Winter

Dealing with a baby in the summer months can be tricky. The sun is dangerous but you can’t sunscreen your newborn. The mosquitos are carrying scary viruses but you can’t use chemical bug spray. You take your baby out of the car only to find him red faced and sweaty....

Boston Valentine's Day: Where should you go?

Writing this post on February 1 (wow, about 9% of the year is already over) and figured it was time to turn some attention to Valentine's Day -- two weeks from yesterday. Boston Valentine's Day 2018! Where should you be headed? Home: Wait, what? More on this in a future blog,...

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Local Parenting Resources

Helpful Tips from your Postpartum Experts