How Did You End Up Like That?

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“Don’t try to make children grow up to be like you, or they may do it.” Russell Baker I used to believe in nurture rather than nature but that was back in my first son Beau’s childhood when he compliantly went along with almost every suggestion and I wanted to proclaim myself the best of […]

Great Wolf Lodge: Special Night for Kids with Bleeding Disorders

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Do you have a child who has a bleeding disorder? Then check out this event at Great Wolf Lodge just for families with bleeding disorders and their immediate families. Swimming with the Wolves is a fun filled educational family overnight event for individuals with bleeding disorders and their immediate family at Great Wolf Lodge indoor waterpark! Friday, February […]

Holton 5k Fest Registration is Open

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2014 Holton Hustle 5k Online Registrations Now Open!  You are invited to participate in the 14th Annual Holton Hustle 5k Fest event on Saturday, March 1, 2014 from 9am-1pm at Holton Elementary. Online Registrations received between now and January 31, 2014 will receive a discounted rate.  This discount is only available online through 1/31/2014.  ALL registrations must be received by February 1, 2014 to be guaranteed a […]

Budweiser Clydesdale Horses are Coming to Carytown on Saturday

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What kid doesn’t love horses? And when it’s the Budweiser Clydesdale Horses, that even better! It’s all happening in Carytown on Saturday, January 25, 2014. The Budweiser Clydesdale Horses will be in Carytown from 12-2pm.  Bring the kids, it’s an awesome site to see. You will definitely want to bring a camera, smartphone , or […]

Thank You for a Wonderful Year!

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Wow!  Another year comes to an end, but before we say good-bye to 2013, we want to THANK all of YOU, the fantastic and loyal readers, for making the past 12 months so amazing!  All of us at RichmondMom.com appreciate your support in helping build such an interesting and diverse community for sharing, educating and […]

December 30: Resolutions

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Content Provided by Virginia Women’s Center It’s that time of year again – time to think about New Year’s resolutions! What are yours and how do you plan to achieve them? Here are some tips and suggestions: If your New Year’s resolution is to eat healthier – don’t immediately force yourself into a strict diet; […]

Miss Virginia Joins Comfort Zone Camp for Monument 10k

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Sign up for the Monument Avenue 10K now! And you may want to consider joining Comfort Zone Camp for a lot of great reasons. Who: You, Miss Virginia and the Grief Relief Team! What: Monument Avenue 10K When: Saturday, March 29, 2014 Where: Starting Line and Cheer Zone How: 1) Sign up for the race. 2) […]

New Year’s Events in RVA

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If you’re looking for New Year’s events and fun, then you’ve come to the right place! We’ve got a mega-list of fun events for families so check them out here. Visit websites to confirm dates and times as they may change after posting. Remember there’s lots of fun at Great Wolf Lodge Williamsburg where the […]

An American in Paris at Union First Market Lollipops

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An American in Paris Union First Market Lollipops Carpenter Theatre at Richmond CenterStage Saturday, January 25, 2014 ­at 11:00am Join the Richmond Symphony and the School of Richmond Ballet Ensembles on Saturday, January 25th 2014 at 11am for An American in Paris conducted by Erin R. Freeman. This beloved piece composed by Gershwin evokes the […]

Richmondmom.com 2013 Supermom Michelle Burdiss is Definitely Super

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Many of you may remember Michelle Burdiss as our 2013 Supermom Winner and  for good reason – she’s the mom to five (5) children! And both her mother and her husband nominated her and wrote great letters about her busy life. Imagine how busy she must be with kids, a home, a husband – and a […]