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Play Group at the Park with 614 Mom | 2018
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Play Group at the Park with 614 Mom | 2018

Join Eryn from 614 Mom and other moms from all over Columbus for a weekly playdate.  Every Tuesday at 10 am we will meet at a local park with our kids to play, explore, and meet new people. The location will change every week so be sure to check the schedule as well as the Facebook event pages.

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Our New Dentist | Dental Reflections Dublin | 614 Mom
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Our New Dentist | Dental Reflections Dublin | 614 Mom

With all of the different schedules, I decided that I wanted to try and keep it simple by finding doctors who can see my entire family.  It makes life easier when we can schedule a few hours at one place instead of driving to multiple places to get the same thing done.

A few weeks ago I switched my family to a new Dentist and I’m really happy that I did.  Dental Reflections Dublin  is only 10-15 minutes from our house, they see kids and adults so I can take my entire family, and they are able to help me get back to back appointments so I only have to go once

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Columbus Splash Pads | 614 Mom's Guide To Summer Series | 2018
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Columbus Splash Pads | 614 Mom's Guide To Summer Series | 2018

Summer just isn't complete without a little run through the sprinklers and luckily Columbus is filled with fun places to cool off and splash around.  It doesn't matter what part of the city you're in, there is a splash pad nearby to make all of your summer dreams come true.  I'm giving you all the details so Pin this page and refer back to it all summer long. 

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Outdoor Movies | 614 Mom's Guide To Summer Series | 2018
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Outdoor Movies | 614 Mom's Guide To Summer Series | 2018

 Outdoor movies are fun for the whole family.  Make sure to pack your favorite snacks, a blanket to lay on and maybe a light one to cover up with as you lay under the stars with the ones you love the most. Making memories together that will last a lifetime. 

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Our Second Little One Gone Too Soon | Mama Monday | 614 Mom
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Our Second Little One Gone Too Soon | Mama Monday | 614 Mom

When that second call came, the levels had dropped even more, and they were confirming my worse nightmare, I was having a miscarriage. I was devastated. The days following were filled with so many tears and so much pain. We were beyond sad, beyond hurt and beyond shocked. I would have never imagined after going through a healthy pregnancy with my daughter that I would miscarry with my second pregnancy.

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A Story of Hope and Love Through Organ Donation | Lifeline of Ohio | 614 Mom
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A Story of Hope and Love Through Organ Donation | Lifeline of Ohio | 614 Mom

“April  was put on the transplant list at age 24, while on the list she got very sick.  April wasn’t living a traditional life as a mom with two young kids, her life was filled with unknowns and real fear.  She would put her kids to bed and then when they were asleep just go in to where they were sleeping just to watch them and study them.  She wanted to remember every single thing about them, memorize every single dimple…”

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Franklin Park Conservatory Children's Garden | Columbus, OH | 614 Mom
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Franklin Park Conservatory Children's Garden | Columbus, OH | 614 Mom

Earlier today my son and I headed to one of our favorite places ever - Franklin Park Conservatory. We have had a membership here for years so my son has grown up loving everything from the annual butterfly exhibit to the preschool time and craft time offered throughout the week.  On May 19 the Children's Garden officially opens and after our tour today I know it will be a regular place for our family.  I'm excited to share a sneak peak of the garden with all of you. 

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The Reality of Motherhood While Legally Blind | Mama Monday | 614 Mom
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The Reality of Motherhood While Legally Blind | Mama Monday | 614 Mom

Hello! I am local Columbus mom and teacher. I have two girls; Mae-5 years old and Grace—almost 2 years old. I am like many moms around here, I love to experience Columbus with my kids, husband, and friends. However, I do experience things a bit differently than all of you. I am legally blind with 20 degrees of vision left, while most of you have 180 degrees. It sometimes called, “tunnel vision”. I am unable to see the ground as I walk, therefore I use a mobility cane (or white cane) to get around.

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