After plenty of research and many sugar comas, I've put together an extensive guide to the best donuts across Central Maryland. Come with me on this delicious ride.

As a local mom who’s always exploring great places to eat and relax in Howard County, I love finding spots that feel both family-friendly and a little bit luxurious. Turf Valley Resort in Ellicott City checks both boxes, especially when it comes to dining at the Fairway Lounge.

 If you’re wondering how to make a road trip actually relaxing (because, kids), I have two words for you: Call Kelly.

When we got the chance to try out a day of Spring Break Camp at Dominique Dawes Gymnastics & Ninja Academy, I knew I had to see what the hype was about. Spoiler alert: it’s the real deal.

Ever wondered how a local mom brand is born? In our debut episode of Maryland Mom Talk, host Claire Duarte pulls back the curtain on her journey from psychology graduate to founder of The Columbia Mom.

Whether you're raising a mini mountain biker, a trail-exploring toddler, or you're just looking for a peaceful walk with a stroller, Howard County, MD has so many gorgeous spots that make outdoor time easy. That’s why I put together a list of some of the best parks and trails in the area that you won’t want to miss. 

If you've been following me for a while, you already know how much I love highlighting everything that makes Howard County a fantastic place to live, play, and explore with your family. But did you know that Columbia is making serious noise as Maryland’s capital of live performances?

Here’s my 2025 guide to Mother’s Day gift ideas and brunch spots that are guaranteed to make any mom feel appreciated.

It might seem like 2026 is a lifetime away, but when it comes to planning Spring Break and Summer Break travel, especially if you’re traveling as a family, it’s never too early to start locking in your plans.

Whether you want to sip your way through wineries with your besties or plan a fun date-day with your partner, here are my go-to tips and tricks for an amazing day at Wine In the Woods 2025!

As a mom, I wear a lot of hats, chauffeur, chef, cheerleader, snack fairy, and occasionally, referee. Most days are go-go-go, and if you’re anything like me, your “me time” consists of hiding in the pantry with a snack & doom scrolling. So when I say this midweek escape to Turf Valley Resort’s spa changed my entire mood, I mean it.

The ninth annual Books in Bloom returns to Color Burst Park on Saturday, May 10, 2025, and it’s shaping up to be one of the best yet. Here’s everything you need to know to plan your visit.

When I officially became a client, we kicked things off with some seriously in-depth testing to understand what’s really going on underneath the surface.

Whether you're planning a weekly outing with the kids, grabbing ingredients for a weekend dinner, or just craving a walk through your local market with a coffee in hand, here’s everything you need to know about where—and when—to go.