summer activities

Here’s how to plan a backyard vacation your entire family will love

If you've had to cancel your family trip, adventure to your backyard.

What’s safe and what’s not this summer for families? Experts weigh in

Are playdates safe? What about the beach? Here's what experts say.

These virtual camps will keep kids busy all summer 🙌

From 2 to 18, there's something for every age.

This screen-free activity is saving our summer ????

Last weekend we stumbled upon an activity that's an instant hit for the whole family.

No, I don’t have time to make summer magical, I’m just trying to get through

I'm sure I will forever remember this summer, but not for the reasons I wanted to.

Here’s what your kids REALLY need this summer

And it's got nothing to do with camp, technology or childcare

Summer activities are canceled, but the magic of the season isn’t

This summer feels like both an insurmountable task and an incredible opportunity.

7 amazing Spanx swimsuits you can find on Amazon ????

Just in time for the summer.

Montessori at home: How to fight summer boredom

Here's how to set your child up for a summer full of awesome independent play.

5 common summer injuries in kids that need urgent care

Even in a pandemic. ????

What will summer camp look like this year?

Sleepover camps may not be an option during the age of social distancing but most YMCA day camps are planning to open this summer, provided they can comply with local regulations.

Summer isn’t canceled

We only have 18 summers with our kids—we can't miss a single one.

Everything you need to turn your backyard into the ultimate oasis (for you + your kids)

Transform your backyard into summer camp.

Hold your own family ‘Olympics’ this weekend with these 20 games

Let the games begin!

Top 10 summer jobs for kids of all ages

This should be a positive experience for your child, not something they dread or view as a punishment.

This is why I share the story of my son almost drowning

Never in my life have I felt so much fear as I jumped in and pulled him out. He immediately started crying, thank God. I held him close to me and didn't want to let him go.

10 overlooked reasons why traveling with your kids is worth it

3. They make us slow down

8 urban-mama approved tips + tricks for summer fun in the city

Take your family vacation to new heights.

Why we are doing nothing this summer

We're tired of chores, tired of schedules and places to be, tired of pressure, and tired of unrealistic expectations.

The old-school way we spend time together as a family–and cut down on screen time

Say hello to your new summer boredom buster.