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Ask the Expert: Grymes Memorial School If you’re looking for a new school for your child, or are starting the adventure with your rising kindergartener, Grymes Memorial School in... Read More...
Letter to the Readers: A Mile in Her Shoes
Last December, my wife and I discussed her re-entering the workforce after five years of being a stay-at-home mom and doing small, remote admin jobs... Read More...
Last December, my wife and I discussed her re-entering the workforce after five years of being a stay-at-home mom and doing small, remote admin jobs... Read More...
2 Ways to REDIRECT Entitlement in Children Teach your kids the value of their dollar (and the benefit of sharing with others) “But mom, everyone else is doing it! But mom, everyone has... Read More...
Simple but Significant: Striking the Right Tone for Teen Birthdays Most parents would agree that birthdays are an easy win when the kids are young—not without great effort and frenzied busyness, for sure, but more... Read More...
5 Fun, Non-Traditional Birthday Parties Your Kids & Their Friends Will Love When it comes to children and birthdays, celebrations these days seem to amount to more than just balloons and a slice of birthday cake. Whether your... Read More...
13 Play Dates Just for Moms Although we’re rarely alone, motherhood can sometimes feel lonely. Spending time with a few understanding friends to vent, laugh and re-energize in... Read More...
Fahrenheit Robotics, HDT Global and Fredericksburg Parent Magazine STEAM Their Way to Success Fredericksburg Parent Magazine had a fun and successful STEAM summer camp fair with the help of many volunteers and sponsors this April. "Our Summer... Read More...
30 Days to a Healthier Social Life Reviving a withering social network or starting fresh in a new community isn't easy for any busy mom, but the importance of developing social... Read More...
The 25th Annual Great Train Race One of Fredericksburg’s favorite traditions is the Great Train Race. This race is a ton of fun for the family, but the run itself is kids only. The... Read More...
Postpartum Support Virginia The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate that 1 in 9 women experience symptoms of postpartum depression. While “baby blues” after... Read More...
Easy Mix and Match Lunch Bowls! Though it feels like I might literally live in the kitchen sometimes, I still dislike the trendy term “meal prepping” regarding cooking. I feel... Read More...
Mom’s New Look: A Beauty Product Rundown Moms. We have the hardest, most rewarding job ever, am I right? So, it’s only fitting we give ourselves a little special attention. After all, we... Read More...
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Pouches' Community Corner
Postpartum Support Virginia
For new and expectant mothers in the Fredericksburg area, Postpartum Support Virginia stands as the help and support for women and their families who are experiencing postpartum depression. Founded in 2009 by Adrienne Griffen, Postpartum Support Virginia offers one-on-one support, free peer-led groups, a robust site of information including screening and diagnosis overviews, fact sheets, and training sessions.
