Kelly Arditi
San Francisco’s St. Patrick’s Day Events 2016
St. Patrick’s Day is one of my favorite days of the year. It seems like everyone enjoys dressing up in green and celebrating. Here are the events we have in our city to embrace...
How to Create a Secret St. Patrick’s Day Leprechaun Visit For Your Kids
A friend of mine does an amazing job each St. Patrick’s Day staging a secret Leprechaun visit the night before. Her creativity brings her kids so much joy on St. Patrick’s Day morning, and...
Let Go of Control
I am a perfectionist to a fault, and this was my biggest challenge when becoming a mom. There is no “perfect” baby, outing, sippy cup, sleep schedule, or day. No matter how much I...
Why Everyone’s Child Should Have an Email Account
Around 32 weeks of pregnancy, we finally selected our first son’s name. I am the kind of person who needs to know the name before the birth--this drives my husband crazy! Anyway, as soon...
Can Mommies Feel Oscar-Ready in Daily Life
So, we may not be movie stars, but we are super stars! Moms truly do have superpowers. We can shower in less than five minutes, cook a whole meal for the family in one...
The Truth About Breastfeeding
Okay, ladies, here’s the truth that no one tells you: Breastfeeding is hard. It can be uncomfortable—I mean painful and frustrating—while wonderful, all at the same time. When my first son arrived, I felt...
No, I Don’t HAVE to Have a Little Girl
Baby girls are amazing! The cute dresses, the bows, the first dance recitals—the list goes on. But, boys are amazing too. I feel so much joy shopping for a cute little bow tie or...
Happy Chinese New Year!
I am pregnant and am expecting a little boy in April, who will be born in the Year of the Monkey – the Year of the Fire Monkey, actually! Normally, I don’t think much...
San Francisco’s Chinese New Year Events
I love Chinese New Year in San Francisco! 2016 is the Year of the Monkey, and San Francisco Moms Blog has all the information you need to celebrate with your family in our city!...