DC Area Moms

1 month ago | dcmoms.com | Stephanie Shipman

Need help with dinner tonight? Pizza is usually a fan favorite, and it’s definitely a kid-pleaser. Check out this round-up of great pizza places in the Washington, DC, area. We LOVE supporting locals and trying new things. We hope you try a new pizza place with your family!Pizza places are in three categories: DC, VA, and MD. Pizza places that are in several regions are listed toward the bottom.

2 months ago | dcmoms.com | Stephanie Shipman

Summer is coming and that means so is ice cream and milkshake season!Have you seen the Instagram-worthy, huge, fancy milkshakes around the DC area? We have, too. And if your kids have been begging you for one (you’ll definitely want to get one to share!), we’ve rounded up where to find them!Ted’s has non-alcoholic shakes for kids, and alcoholic shakes for parents, as well. All of the have a healthy amount of whipped cream, and something a little extra (an Oreo, a scone, etc).

Mar 21, 2025 | dcmoms.com | Stephanie Shipman

If you’re still looking for a summer camp for your preschooler, never fear! Here’s a guide to Northern Virginia summer camps for preschoolers. See our Maryland and DC toddler and preschool summer camp options too!Vienna, VAThe Green Hedges and Montessori philosophies inform every aspect of Summer Camp at Green Hedges. Daily and weekly activities are designed to meet the developmental and social needs of 3 – 7 years olds.

Feb 11, 2025 | dcmoms.com | Stephanie Shipman

Need ideas and suggestions on how to make it through snow days with minimal screen time? I know other parents were torn in their feelings that first week the kids were supposed to be back in school after the winter holidays. They had just had two weeks off, everyone was ready to go back to school, but the snow and ice made that impossible. All across the DMV that first week in January, Monday and Tuesday were snow days.

Dec 3, 2024 | dcmoms.com | Samantha Williams

As a DC mom, I know firsthand how challenging (and rewarding) it can be to juggle parenthood with city living. While we’re not completely car-free, our family of five only has one car, and it’s not our primary mode of transportation. Before kids, living car-free was easy. Now, I find it’s often best within DC proper. Dealing with car seats, parking, and traffic is a hassle, and public transportation is more efficient. It’s also a great way to introduce your kids to the city.