Dear Lola & Tots Families, Let me just say—I love to read. I romanticize the idea of curling up with a good book, coffee in hand, sunlight pouring in. But between mom life, running a business, and trying to keep up with the never-ending calendar of birthdays, graduations, and life events, that moment rarely (aka […]
Hola Familias, At Lola & Tots, we see it every day — parents trying their best to show up with patience, softness, and understanding. That’s what we love about gentle parenting. But let’s be real: sometimes, it feels like the boundaries get lost in the process. Saying yes all the time isn’t gentle — it’s […]
Hola Familias, We’re thrilled to welcome a new member to our Lola & Tots community — celebrated author and mama, Ashley Woodfolk, who recently joined our Coworking + Care space with her 1-year-old daughter. Ashley is the author of Beach Hair, a beautiful, affirming picture book that celebrates Black joy, natural hair, and sun-soaked summer […]
Hola Familias, I hope this message finds you well. As we navigate these challenging times, I want to share some personal reflections with you. At Lola’s, we are more than just a community; we are a family. Each day, I am inspired by the dedication and passion our educators and staff bring to nurturing our […]
Hola Familias! Lately, I’ve been thinking about how much power we, as consumers, really have. Every purchase we make, every dollar we spend—it’s like casting a vote for the kind of world we want to live in. That’s why it’s been so upsetting to see some of the biggest companies, like Walmart and Target, quietly […]
Why Roblox Feels Dangerous Inaproppriate Content Let’s start with the obvious: Roblox is marketed as kid-friendly, but it’s anything but in many corners. Even with the company’s moderation efforts, explicit and violent games are still accessible to kids. I read stories of children stumbling into spaces that no parent would knowingly allow them to enter. […]
BY Patricia Sarmiento After-school activities, such as fun enrichment programs, are an important part of a child’s development. They can provide opportunities for children to explore new interests, develop skills, and make friends. With so many options available, it can be difficult to decide which activities are best for your child. Here are some great […]
The other night, I went on a Wegman’s run and those close to me know that I do enjoy an hour or two walking the aisles pondering over snack choices and gluten-free items to try… and don’t get me started on the assortment of cheeses. One thing I don’t enjoy though is squeezing this therapeutic […]
I know I’ve been disconnected for far too long and for that I sincerely apologize… I wouldn’t want for you to think I no longer wish to share our little adventures with you. Between an extended winter vacation to Dominican Republic, birthdays and a Valentines getaway, it seems I can’t seem to catch my breath, […]
If you are up for some NYC fun that’s toddler approved, I cannot urge you enough to catch the “NYC + Me: A Little Bite of the Big Apple” at the Children’s Museum of Manhattan before it comes to a close on January 18. We were able to check it out last month and it […]
