If you’re finding it challenging to get away and/or invest in events this summer, here’s a fun way to celebrate staying put at zero cost (except, perhaps, for T fare). Kicking off tomorrow and running through September 1, Summer in the City features a fun roster of weekday family-friendly events covering music, dance, theatre, arts and crafts, and more. All events are free and open to the public and are based in Cambridge. Image credit: Summer in the City

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It’s hard to believe that today is the 5th birthday of Boston Mamas. It’s been an amazing journey — thank you so much for being a part of it! And on that note…the last few years I have set up giveaways to celebrate the site’s birthday, but this spring/summer I’ve been focusing on baby Violet and our family’s adjustment (so, I haven’t had time to reach out to giveaway vendors), plus I’ve been thinking about the site and how to shape it. Which is where you come in! Since you all contribute to the awesomeness of this community, I’d love…

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Today’s Dear Boston Mamas question comes from a friend — I know lots of new moms have the same question so I’m sharing here: Dear Christine, I am asking all my friends who have had (or currently have again) newborns: what do you do with them all day? Sometimes I get really bored during the day; is that normal? Does he have to be learning all the time? Is it ok if he just sits there in his bouncer? Going out with a newborn in [my city] is tough! We go out once a day, but nothing too complicated that…

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Ever since signing on last year as one of Gilt Groupe‘s inaugural Gilt-y Moms (a small advisory group), I’ve been more than a little addicted to their flash sale site, which is replete with stylish finds of all kinds. (Recent awesome women’s purchase? A Kate Spade tote. One of their current awesome kids sales? Haba toys. New category I really need to try soon? Gilt Taste. And so on…) And right now Gilt Children is in the middle of a summer spectacular on their Facebook page, through which you can read and share summer tips and ideas. So far conversations…

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Boston Mamas:  Though it’s been in operation since 1954, Story Land was not on my radar until a few years ago (probably because growing up, our immediate family of 9 didn’t do vacations). And then it wasn’t until a few weeks ago that we visited with Laurel. But we finally made it, and I’m thrilled to report that Story Land is a really sweet spot for families to enjoy together. Here are some thoughts about our trip, and why I recommend it for families in striking distance of the property: General vibe. I took Laurel to a carnival last year…

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