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Eco-Friendly Parenting at Mama Bird

This Wakefield store offers kids and adults a “soft place to land”

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There are three things I’m insanely passionate about - my kids/ family, my cozy home and all things written including books, blogs and of course writing. When the opportunity crops up to combine any or all of these obsessions – look out – because my Gemini traits can go a little crazy and you’ll witness more positive energy than you might be able to handle!

My journey into parenting started 21 years ago with the adoption of our beautiful daughter, paving the way for the arrival of seven more kids. As a woman who was pregnant for a decade, and at one time had four tots under the age of three, (and lived to tell about it!) you can imagine how excited I was to discover South County’s newest parenting playground – Mama Bird has just landed in town.

Appropriately, Mama Bird, located on quaint Main Street in historic Wakefield, opened this past Mother’s Day. When I visited this sweet parenting boutique for the first time, I immediately felt like I was in one of my best girlfriend’s homes. Sunlight trickled in through the large, glass windows showcasing the amazing tree house located in the back of the store where kids are encouraged to play and have fun.


I’m greeted right away by Mama Bird’s creator and owner, Erin Sherman and can’t help but notice the little spring in her step as she invites me to have a look around at the adorable displays of mama, baby and child-related merchandise.

Without a doubt I’m attracted to the cute and colorful palettes of infant clothes, toys and accessories, but that’s not what grabbed my attention. This wasn’t just a store, this was an experience. Once I ventured well inside I saw a beautiful studio room set peacefully in the back where comfy mats were rolled up and thoughtfully set aside within this spacious layout. Erin soon joined me and excitedly began to share what Mama Bird was all about - a solutions and yoga studio that is completely eco-friendly.

A certified Child Play Yoga instructor with a background in childhood education, Erin’s passion and vision for Mama Bird was to establish a location in South County where parents, babies and kids can enjoy the many benefits of a healthy lifestyle through the practice of yoga. She beams as she explains that Mama Bird is a baby and children’s lifestyle store and studio focused on providing thoughtfully selected natural, local and organic products, parent solution, and studio classes.

“We are both a local Rhode Island haven for neighboring and visiting moms (and dads!) as well as a national resource for all parents. As I love to tell my customers – Mama Bird is a soft place to land,” she smiles.

Mama Bird ‘s merchandise is laid out according to the different stages of childhood. The mama-to-be section has some of the hottest trends in maternity and post-partum wear I’ve ever seen. For instance, now women can walk into the labor and delivery room wearing chic push gowns – made from all-organic cotton. Who knew? There are also terrific swaddle wraps and some of the sweetest outfits like handmade, designer terry pants made from organic tea towels to dress your little guy or gal in. All of Erin’s inventory is eco-friendly including the great selection of toys and blocks, clothing and diapers, baby lotions, bath products and oils. Some of her most popular items are gorgeous necklaces that moms can wear with their best or most casual outfits and their baby can safely teethe on.

Mama Bird is definitely a place where moms can get together and hang out with their kids and enjoy a cup of coffee and some great conversation. Erin has created a cozy nook in the back of the store with a comfy sitting area that is perfect for nursing or just cuddling with your baby or younger kids. She shares that one of the best parts of her day is when women (dads are invited as well!) drop in and chat about motherhood and ask advice from either Erin or the other moms on the couch.

“It’s warm and welcoming and a place for parents to relax and bond,” she invites.

Another very important resource available is the yoga classes offered in-house. Here you’ll find yoga classes from pre-natal to teens and be on the lookout for their Lantern Tutoring classes that will be offered this fall – perfect for kids who may need either some extra help with school work or just a quiet space to do some homework. Best of all, the instructor is available to sit and share academic and organizational strategies with parents to help make the new school year as easy and successful as possible.

As Erin puts it so wonderfully, “Support can mean a lot of things when it comes to this life stage; but let’s face it, preparing to become and becom- ing a parent is one beautiful, but also bumpy ride. Mama Bird was created to provide a destination for just a ride... one that is open, warm and supportive.”

Mama Bird. 343B Main Street Wakefield. 782-MAMA (6262).

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