Annie O'Malley
Annie O’Malley purchased Central Mass Mom in 2021 after writing for the blog since its launch in 2020. Within two years, she has grown Central Mass Mom to a community of over 11,000 followers and leads a team of over 30 writers and content creators. Central Mass Mom currently reaches over 50,000 people each month through relatable parenting humor, useful local resources, helpful tips & tricks, and heartfelt perspectives on motherhood. Annie's passion is to create a place for moms to feel seen and heard, while also creating time and space for moms to build meaningful friendships. Central Mass Mom runs monthly Mom’s Night Out events, as well as a variety of daytime kid-friendly activities that all aim to help moms get out of the house and meet one another.
Summer Splashpad Meet Up Series!
Central Mass Mom is excited to present
The Summer Splashpad Meet Up Series!
Join us for some cooling fountains and fun as we tour some of the great splashpads in Central Mass!
Meet other moms and kiddos...
Moms Night Out at Live Action Escapes Recap!
We kicked off our 2-part moms night out on a Saturday afternoon, where 6 of us tried our hardest to escape Potsy's Place. Although we had a TON of fun working through all of...
Spring Playground Meet Up Series Recap!
We had so much fun meeting so many local families at our Spring Playground Meet Up Series!
Moms and kids alike enjoyed snacking on granola generously provided by our friends at Golden Girl Granola!
Playground Meet...
Moms Night Out at Live Action Escapes!
Central Mass Mom is at it again with another fun way to meet other moms in the area! Bring a friend, or come alone, these events are designed for moms to make connections, so...
Moms Night Out at Smashit2 Recap!
When I tell you we had a blast last Saturday night, I mean we had a BLAST. Central Mass Mom took over Smashit2 for some absolute mayhem! 17 fun loving moms signed up to...
Moms Night Out at Far Shot Recap!
Last Saturday night, Central Mass Mom took over Far Shot Worcester for an insanely fun Moms Night Out of axe throwing, knife throwing and archery! 20 fun loving moms signed up to try a...
Dear Employer, You Don’t Want Me Back Just Yet
Dear Employer,
My son turned 12 weeks old this week. If Massachusetts hadn’t implemented a new maternity leave policy last year, I’d be back to work on Monday. But I assure you, you don’t want...
How to Make a Simple Holiday Card Book
I love sending Christmas cards and I love receiving Christmas cards. I like to keep the ones I've been sent so I can look back from time to time, to see how kids have...
Choosing Not to Breastfeed, An Emotional Journey
After my experience trying to breastfeed my first born, I was emphatic about my decision not to even go down that road with my second born. After struggling to breastfeed my daughter, I learned...
Fun Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas
I have always liked the idea of doing some sort of little gift for that special someone in my life on Valentine's Day, but I often struggle with trying to find something different year...