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[-]Who is in Boston? How is the weather looking this weekend? Restaurant/activity suggestions for one year old besides walking around tourist sights, gardens. What's the tax situation? TIA.
12 replies [ Reply | Watch | MoreIt's going to be humid with some thunderstorms and in the low 80s. You should go to Castle Island. (It's not really an island.) There's always a nice breeze so it's a great way to beat the heat. And there's a nice playground and you can watch the boats and the planes and walk around the island.
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The ICA (Institute of Contemporary Art) is right on the water and they don't mind crawling or walking babies or strollers. It's not a bad museum, and it has a great view over the water. And it's right on the water so you can walk around on the boardwalk. I would skip the aquarium because it's too expensive and your DC is too young to really enjoy it. And skip the Barking Crab because it's just not that good. Go to the lobster store next to the Barking Crab and get the best lobster rolls in the city. And take a Swan Boat ride (best $2.75 you'll spend all day) and sit around the Public Garden.
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You're welcome! Also, there is a sing-a-long hour at Stellabella Toys in Inman Sq at 11 on Saturday (I think, you should check their website or call them) that is great for babies. And Inman Sq has some good restaurants (East Coast Grill for brunch or dinner, All Star Sandwich Bar for lunch, Starlight Lounge or Tupelo for dinner, Cristina's for ice cream - this is the only place in the city that you can get one single scoop of ice cream for under $3 and not have to pay $4 for a giant "one scoop" that is actually 2 big ones of ice cream you don't want) and only a 15 minute walk from Harvard Sq or Central Sq. Have fun.
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[-]Thinking of renting a summer house for a week with a family of 3 (1 DC). We are a family of 4 (2 DCs). How would you split the cost? 50/50? Or would you do it per person (3/7 and 4/7)?
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[-]Best Boston hotel for a first timer? Millenium or Liberty? Or other suggestion for central location?
11 replies [ Reply | Watch | MoreStay in Harvard Sq. instead. The Charles Hotel is great and you can be in Boston on the T in 15 minutes. It's much nicer to walk around at night, and since Boston is not a late city (restaurants stop serving by 11 or 11:30 at the very latest) and last call is at 1:30 or 2, you'll be back to your hotel early. And the bar in the Charles Hotel has last call at 2.
[ Reply | More ]How is the T with a baby and a stroller? I prefer to walk as much as possible....and won't be out late. thanks.
[ Reply | More ]The T is fine. You don't have to fold up strollers on the subway or the bus here, so it's so much easier than in NY. I really like Cambridge better than Boston, especially with a baby. You can go sit by the river or walk by the river and it's lovely. You can also take the #1 bus from Harvard Sq. to Newbury St to do some shopping. THen you can walk all the way to The Public Gardens and take a Swan Boat ride. And then take the Red line subway back to Harvard Sq.
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The Charles is NOT a great hotel. 4* prices, and it's really no more than a 3* hotel. Truly. They just have a corner on the market because they're right there in H2. There are many, MANY better places to stay in Boston -- depends on what you're looking for. Stayed at the waterfront a couple of weekends ago, which was fine. Really enjoyed the Eliot Hotel in Back Bay a month or so ago. Lots of options. check tripadvisor.
[ Reply | More ]OR Also traveling to Cambridge. What are our best options in Cambridge for a hotel? Don't need anything fancy, but want to be right in the middle of Cambridge, either right near MIT or right near Harvard (preferably right near Harvard).
[ Reply | More ]If it were up to me, I would stay in Boston and travel via T to Harvard when necessary, but I guess it depends on how much time you're going to spend in each place. That said, there is a new hotel in Cambridge that looked quite nice -- can't remember the name of it, but it's brand new, very small, and books up quickly. If you google hotels in Cambridge, you'll find it. Might be worth a try if you prefer a Cambridge-based hotel.
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The Liberty is a really fun hotel. Very new and trendy if you like that and beautiful lobby. I would not recommend staying in Cambridge if you really want to be in Boston. Could try the Colonnade Hotel, very centrally located and nice as well. Or 4 seasons.
[ Reply | More ]OP: I really have no desire to stay in Cambridge. Want to see the sites and just walk around easily. How are Liberty and Millenium in comparison for this? Safe at night?
[ Reply | More ]Those are both in good areas. Liberty is in Beacon Hill which has some fun boutiques, restaurants, lots of historic homes, close to public gardens and Back Bay (another area which has prime shopping/ rest.). Millenium is close to Fanueil Hall which is touristy but fun, and the waterfront which has aquarium, and North End- great Italian food.
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[-]I have 2 days/2 nights in Boston. Never been. What is a must see? Oh, and where should I stay?
8 replies [ Reply | Watch | MoreThe aquarium and Children's Museum if you have the kids, walk down Newbury street, Duck Tours, Quincy Market is fun. Top of the Hub for drinks (nice view). Have fun! It's a fun city. But don't wait until late to eat dinner. A lot of places stop serving at 10 or 11PM, unlike NYC. Oh - the Swan Boats are fun too. And Harvard Square is a fun place to walk around too. That's the place for cheap, decent food. My favorite is The Border Cafe. Great Margaritas! Have a great weekend! As for where to stay, we liked the Four Seasons (near the Boston Common) or the Elliot Suites (near Newbury street)
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[-]My 3year old DD is potty trained but has been wetting the bed every night. At first when we stopped putting pull ups on her she was waking up dry We've discussed this with her telling her she should wake us up if she has to go to the "potty". Also tried putting X's on calendar if she woke up dry and if she got 3 she got a prize. That worked one time. Any suggestions?
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My 3 year old DD is potty trained. However lately she is wetting the bed every night. Not sure if it's happening in the middle of the night or when she first wakes up. We have tried talking to her about it and telling her to wake us if she has to go potty. We also tried making X's on calendar when she wakes up dry and telling her if she gets 3 she gets a prize. That worked once. Any suggestions?
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[-]My 3 year old DD is in small daycare of 8 children in a home setting. Yesterday, during nap time she would not lay calmly and was bothering the other kids. The teacher tried rocking her a little and she was shouting and having a "tantrum". The teacher then said "if you don't stop I'm getting the crib". She then proceeded to take out a pack and play and she put my DD in that. She rolled around in there and eventually fell asleep. I did not think this was an appropriate solution. It appeared that she was making an example out of her saying "if you don't take a nap and act like a baby you're going to be treated like a baby and go in a crib". This was done in front of all the kids including the older ones not napping and doing "skills"....
14 replies [ Reply | Watch | Morehere's what happened to my 4 y.o. DC in summer camp: during quiet time he needed to use the bathroom. the teacher refused to let him go and told him "to go in his pants" if he can't hold it until quiet time is over. My DC was crying for 30 minutes begging to go until he finally wet his pants.
[ Reply | More ]This is horrible - much much much worse than OP's situation. I would have pulled my child and demanded a full refund - what a horrible way to treat a young DC. My BIL has major issues because the nuns in school would never let him go to the bathroom during class - even w/ a doctor's note. He was humiliated - had accidents weekly up to 3rd grade.
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[-]Any "treatment" for black and blue bump on head? Probably not but just thought I'd ask.....
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[-]I know toddlers fall but My 3 year old daughter fell of seat onto brick path. She has bruise/bump on forehead and abrasion/scratch on face. She is acting ok. Any suggestions of treatment so it heals well. No bleeding anywhere. Thanks!
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[-]Any MGH fertility patients out there who have gone to Cornell for fertility blood work when away from Boston?
1 reply [ Reply | Watch | MoreI'm scheduled to do cycle day 3 blood work and it is looking like I will be in NYC when that happens--when I called Cornell the receptionist told me curtly that they don't accept outside patients...but my nurse at MGH said they will see Cornell patients for blood work. Does anyone know or have done this?
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[-]Going to Boston from NYC for school break with my kids. Are there websites that tell you what activities are happening for kids? TIA
3 replies [ Reply | Watch | MoreNot that I know of, but just go to th Museum of Science, the Children's Museum, the Swan Boats in the Public Gardens, the Aquarium, and Drumlin Farm if you want to see a working farm (about 20 minutes west of Boston). Go walk around the North End and eat clam chowder and a lobster. Go see a Bruins or Celtics game. Or ask the hotel you're staying at for suggestions.
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[-]Going to Boston Presidents Day week with my kids. Do Mass. kids have that week as vacation, too? TIA
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[-]Considering moving to Boston. My DD will be 3 next school year. Which are the good private pre-schools in Boston proper?
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[-]Hi Boston moms, hoping for some restaurant help. Coming to Boston from NYC with a big group of family next weekend and need recommendations for a party of 9 plus a 5 month old for Saturday night dinner and Sunday brunch (being the mom of the infant, everyone asked me to find places we'd be comfortable in). We are staying at the Ritz Boston Common (actually I think that may be the only Ritz nowadays) and the Four Seasons, so things near there are ideal, but we can travel within Boston (maybe Cambridge, but would prefer Boston proper is possible). Any help is MUCH appreciated. Thanks!
5 replies [ Reply | Watch | Morehttp://www.wheretoeatboston.com/restaurants/southend.shtml . Anywhere on this list in the South End has great food for brunch and dinner. Or in Back Bay area (more walkable from your hotel, though South End is still pretty close), I love Via Matta for Italian, would be ok with a DB if go early like 5-6:30ish.
[ Reply | More ]So many choices. Why not stay in the direct area so you can walk - pretty with the lights on in the Common and Garden. 9 Park, near the Common across from the Statehouse, is good. Try Beacon Hill Bistro on Charles street, cozy and will be pretty walking there. Even 72 Chestnut (I think that is the number) is good, it is around the corner. We are not talking blow your mind food here but walking to these restos and enjoying downtown Boston at Christmas. It really is nice. Also nearby - forget the name!! Across from the Park Plaza, right next to the Heritage...has outdoor seating in the summer...but it is pleasant as well. Don't go to Cambridge or the South End, both have better restaurants but you'll be in a car instead of enjoying the parks ...
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Via matta is SOOOO good. I miss it (used to live Boston, now NYC). Very easy walk from Ritz and Four Seasons both. For brunch, Beacon Hill Bistro (make a reservation), so good, easy walk and can I think take a party of that size. Avoid any/all restaurants on Newbury Street, they are touristy and suck.
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