For real, tho, how are parents of young kids doing this?

Raising young kids while working, caretaking, maintaining relationships, and, and, and... how are we even supposed to do this? Join three local parents to share candid stories, strategies, and support for navigating child care, community resources, and the balancing act of modern parenting.
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Paola Collazos

From Bogotá, Colombia, Paola is trilingual and holds a degree in finance. She worked in the financial sector of a courier company before transitioning to hospitality and later dedicating herself to raising her three sons, two with special needs. Committed to being a well-rounded mother, she integrates holistic healing, mindfulness, and meditation into her life to create balance amid work, advocacy, and family. She actively navigates education and healthcare systems for her children, manages summer homes, leads the Nauset Multilingual Parent Advisory Council, and promotes cultural inclusion.

Keah Perry

Keah is a proud single mom of two amazing daughters and the owner of Create A Splash. Before stepping into entrepreneurship, she worked as an office manager and in sales. Creativity and cherishing special moments with loved ones have always been her passion — inspiring her to create a fun, hands-on space where people of all ages can make unforgettable memories. Balancing business ownership while raising her girls has been a journey, but it has taught her resilience and the importance of balance. She hopes to show her daughters and others that chasing your dreams is always worth it.