Cassy Fiano-Chesser
Cassy Fiano-Chesser is a Jacksonville native and mom to six kids. Her husband is a Marine Corps veteran and Purple Heart recipient. She works from home as a blogger and a freelance writer, and they currently live in the Argyle area of Jacksonville. Benjamin is their oldest, born in 2011, and he loves being a big brother. Wyatt was born in 2012, and he has Down syndrome. Ivy came next, in 2013, followed by Clara, born in 2015, who is a diva-with-a-capital-D. Rounding out the brood is Felicity, born in 2017, and Lilly, born in 2007. They love discovering things to do on the First Coast and going on family adventures, as well as cheering on the Jumbo Shrimp and the Icemen.
How Far Are You Willing to Go to Prevent Cancer?
In 2017, I had both of my fallopian tubes removed, in an effort to lessen my risk of getting ovarian cancer. Recent research has found that the cancer typically begins in the tubes, not...
True Life: I Had a Hurricane Baby
So, you all remember Hurricane Matthew, right? Jacksonville thankfully didn't get a direct hit, but we still got a lot of devastation anyway. And even as someone born and raised in Jacksonville, Matthew was...
Have Fun and Learn at the Same Time! The Ultimate Guide to FREE First...
There is no shortage of amazing museums on the First Coast. From art to science and history, you can find anything that will help your kids learn and have fun at the same time....
Tips for Picking the Right Preschool with La Petite Academy
One of the hardest things as a mom is sending your kid to preschool for the first time. Let's face it: there's no bigger sign that the baby years are officially over. Your little...
Charity Spotlight: Girls on the Run of Northeast Florida
There is no shortage of programs that offer physical activity for girls... but what if you want something more? For parents of girls, there's a perfect non-profit organization for just that: Girls on the...
How to Turn Summer Fun Into Learning Moments
Our partners at KinderCare believe the care-free days, sun-filled days of summer are a great time for everyone in your family to relax. Just because children aren’t in a classroom all day, that doesn’t...
7 Disney Heroes Who Are Actually the WORST
It's no secret that I'm a Disney fanatic. I can watch more than my share of Disney animated movies without my kids (and maybe even recite some of them by heart), and I dream...
Secrets From a WAHM: How I Manage My Big Family
I don't mean to brag, but people tend to react in shock when they find out the details of my life. I'm a mom to six kids, and I work from home as a...
15 Budget Date Night Ideas in Jacksonville
Date night. Once you have kids, it can be difficult to find not only the time to go out but also the money. Suddenly, dating becomes much more expensive, because, in addition to paying...
Everyone Needs to Back Off the Meal Train Dad
Last month, a soon-to-be dad reached out on a meal-sharing site to ask for help. His wife was pregnant, and he wanted to be proactive in seeking help — including from, yes, strangers. He...
How My Dog-Phobic Kids Fell in Love with Our Shelter Pet
Last year, my then-7-year-old asked me the dreaded question: "Mom, can we get a dog?" Now, this question filled me with fear and apprehension not because my husband and I do not like dogs....
Want Me to Visit Your Business? Offer Family Parking
Mamas, raise your hands if you're with me. You want to go somewhere, have a little fun with your kids, or maybe run an errand, head to the gym — whatever. But there's one...