Baby Steps: A Mother’s Guide to Snowboarding After Birth

Baby Steps: A Mother’s Guide to Snowboarding After Birth

February 15, 2024

There’s something transformative about trying something again for the first time after having a baby. Whether it’s as “simple” as your first stroller walk around town after getting out of the hospital or getting back on skis or snowboard for the first time since the baby arrived, nerves are natural, even if it’s something that … Read More

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Take a Hike at Killington

Take a Hike at Killington

August 25, 2022

The Mamas are on a mission to hike at each of our favorite resorts across the state. The Green Mountains of Vermont do not disappoint when it comes to hiking adventures, and with fall just around the corner, we jumped at the chance to get one more adventure in before the school year begins. Next … Read More

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Prepping for the Ski Season With Teens

Prepping for the Ski Season With Teens

November 30, 2019

When my sons were younger they didn’t have much awareness about prepping for ski season. But now that Tommy is 17 and Teddy is 14, they not only know that ski season is coming – they start talking about it around the time that school starts. So what do we do as a family to … Read More

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A Parent’s Guide to Getting in Shape for Ski Season

A Parent’s Guide to Getting in Shape for Ski Season

December 4, 2018

I clutched the bark of a small pine tree, my skis wedged desperately into the snow. The nominal trail below me descended sharply into the forest, marked only by a few ski tracks, the most recent left behind by my 15-year-old son, Tommy who stood somewhere I couldn’t see calling up to me as I … Read More

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Top Summer Family Events at Vermont Ski Resorts

Top Summer Family Events at Vermont Ski Resorts

May 17, 2018

Summer 2018 is almost underway, and we know planning your family to-do list is also well underway. With cool mountain breezes and sun-soaked forests paired with family friendly resorts and tons of activities, Vermont should already be on your summer must-do list. If you’re looking for great family friendly events to entertain everyone from 1 … Read More

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Mountain Top for a Family Retreat

Mountain Top for a Family Retreat

April 18, 2018

Fireplace? Check. Gorgeous views of the Green Mountains? Check. Comfy beds? Check. Access to snow sports? Check. Hot tub? Check. Other than the obvious essentials like food, beer and wine, this is what I need to have a great vacation. Add in my husband, son and the grandparents, and it’s the recipe for a perfect … Read More

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Ski, Baby, Ski: Getting Back on the Mountain After Birth

Ski, Baby, Ski: Getting Back on the Mountain After Birth

February 13, 2018

I huffed and puffed and my legs were like Jell-O. I still had half the run to make, but had to stop repeatedly to catch my breath and recenter. This was hard and exhausting, but also incredibly rewarding. I was so happy to be on the mountain, and smiling so much I almost starting laughing … Read More

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The Mamas Favorite Summer Moments

The Mamas Favorite Summer Moments

June 6, 2016

Last summer the All Mountain Mamas visited Smugglers’ Notch and Stowe Mountain Resort together, not only to try new summer activities, but to connect as a team of writers, travelers and moms. Here are some of our favorite memories from the trip. Mara There are few places better suited to a girls getaway weekend than … Read More

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How to Prevent Ski Injuries

December 18, 2015

by James Slauterbeck, RD, orthopedic surgeon at The University of Vermont Medical Center Skiing is far from the most dangerous sport out there. In fact, the rate of serious injury in 2011/12 was 1 per 1 million skier/snowboarder visits (Source: NSAA Fact Sheet 2012) However, like any sport, there are some inherent risks. As an … Read More

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