Author Heather Hopson

Memorial Day kicks off the unofficial start of our family's summer. I know-summer doesn't really get underway until June 20th. But our family calendar starts filling up with warm weather activities at the end...

Disclosure: Diary of a First Time Mom is excited to team up with UpTV to create this sponsored post promoting #GrowingUpMcGhee, which premieres Wednesday, June 8th at 9 PM EST.   Dear Diary, My maternal...

Dear Diary, When my daughter turned one, she celebrated her birthday at the lake. I packed everything except the kitchen sink and headed to Deep Creek, Maryland.  In addition to her bathing suits, cover...

Disclosure: Diary of a First Time Mom is proud to partner with Denny’s as a #DennysDiners Blogger Ambassador. Stay tuned for exclusive content and menu news. Although we’re being compensated in some form,...

Disclosure: Diary of a First Time Mom is partnering with Voortman Cookies to inspire mommy and me baking! Although some form of compensation was received, all opinions remain my own. Dear Diary, At age...

Dear Diary, April showers bring May flowers and festivals in Pittsburgh. Each year, Caitlynn and I look forward to the warm weather and exciting activities, including our favorite--the EQT Children’s...