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Vienna Mayor Describe About The Town Of Vienna

The Town of Vienna is a town of more than 16,500 people. Vienna residents are passionate about their neighborhoods, downtown, and activities. They have block parties, walk and bike to restaurants and shops and they play sports, sing, and dance, and do art. However, above all, they volunteer. It is not just the parents who are volunteering: empty-nesters, single folks, and children alike share this passion for service.Continue reading

Arrow Birth Launched By Doulas Provides Virtual Education And Consultation

Mari Stutzman Smith and Tara Campbell Lussier are mothers of seven children between them and long-time practicing doulas. These two Herndon High School alumnae ultimately knew what was missing for families on the path of parenthood to feel supported and successful. It just took them a little time to work it through, leverage technology, and build an on-demand platform where curated professionals and parents could interact. Continue reading

Parent Support Line And Online Cafe To Be Launched By Fairfax County

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, most families are spending a lot more time together than they’re accustomed to. Experts have advice for parents who may feel that they’re losing their cool. “It’s completely understandable that people are going to have shorter tempers, shorter fuses,” said Allison Lowry, the program manager of child abuse and neglect prevention services at Fairfax County’s Department of Family Services. The trick is to realize when it’s becoming too much and knowing how to react. Continue reading

School Bus Tracking App Being Introduced By Fairfax County Public School System

Students and parents in Fairfax County won't have to wonder anymore that how long will it take for the school bus to arrive. It has become possible with the help of a new app. The app is named as "Here Comes The Bus" and is being introduced by the Fairfax County Public School system. The app will track the school bus thus relieving the families from worrying about the arrival of the bus. Continue reading

Frozen Sandwich Created By Alexandria Mom Solves Lunch Dilemma

Being able to prepare a healthy packed lunch for kids with minimal effort is one of the challenges of a mother. This is the reason why one mother from Alexandria started a business which aims to make the lives of busy parents slightly easier without sacrificing quality over convenience. When entrepreneur Heather Stouffer founded Mom Made Foods in Alexandria, Virginia, her goal was to provide kid-friendly foods that are healthy and organic. Her company’s newest creation, the Lunchwich, is a frozen sandwich that thaws in your kid’s lunchbox just in time for lunch. Continue reading