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Moving that Bump – Prenatal Fitness and Wellness in Huntsville
A healthy pregnancy is the goal of any expecting mama, but it can be difficult to achieve when those pregnancy symptoms hit. Being part of a group class or program can help some mamas stay encouraged and accountable, but finding the right program can be difficult. We’ve gathered a list of prenatal fitness and wellness options in Huntsville to make your search easier.
Signs It is Time to Call Home Clean Heroes
Busy Huntsville moms, we understand how challenging it can be to keep your home running smoothly, especially with the kids going back to school and the lazy summer days becoming a distant memory. After a long day of work and taking care of the family, all you want to do is kick back and relax.
Tips for a Healthy, Happy Pregnancy
Aside from a healthy baby pretty much every mother wants a normal healthy pregnancy. You know the one I’m talking about with that elusive mystical pregnancy glow you hear about?. In the times of our grandparents this was easy to achieve but as our diet and fitness levels have...
McWane Science Center: Fun for Kids in Birmingham
When my boys were smaller, we could get away with smaller places to play, like the play area at Parkway Place or the indoor playgrounds at their favorite restaurants. My dudes are older now – 7 and 11 – so the places they enjoy have changed. Now it’s more about trampolines and video games and other big-energy expenders. One thing that hasn’t changed is their excitement for hands-on activities and one place they have always enjoyed going is the McWane Science Center in downtown Birmingham.
Huntsville Weekend Roundup August 4-6
School may be starting back but that doesn’t mean the fun has to stop! Find our top picks below or check out our full event calendar for even more family fun!. This post is updated weekly with current family-friendly events and republished on a monthly basis. 2023 Back to...
16 Can’t Miss Family-Friendly Events Happening in August
School may be back in session, but that doesn’t mean the family fun has to stop! We’ve rounded up 16 events to enjoy together this month and 12 are 100% FREE! Whether you’re looking to celebrate a successful start of the school year, or just needing a little reward for getting through it, you’ve got options.
Kid-Friendly Casseroles That Make Dinner SO Much Easier
Home cooks have been embracing the casserole for decades to get dinner on the table. And why not? Casseroles make every family’s life so much easier. They are:. There are so many types of casserole recipes. I dare say there is a casserole that’s preparation will fit into just about EVERY type of busy day. My family is not very fond of ‘leftovers’, so I have become an expert at ‘leftover makeovers’. Any time we have chicken or ground beef, I almost always make extra to go in a casserole for the next day. Yesterday’s roast chicken can easily become today’s chicken pot pie, and cooked up ground beef can be split in half for spaghetti and the rest becomes tomorrows Tex-Mex ‘Cowboy’ Casserole or Tater Tot Casserole with zero complaints.
School Supply Shopping Tips from a Teacher Who Knows What’s Up
You either love school supply shopping or… you don’t. School supply lists seem to be getting longer and longer every year, and for a new shopper it’s super overwhelming. So what would happen if you could pair a first-time Kindergarten mom with an award-winning teacher, give them gift cards, and turn them loose to shop for school supplies? Lucky for you we thought it would be fun to do just that!
How To Survive Your Child’s Last Year of High School
My child graduated from high school last May. I have many friends who are now beginning the year I just survived… the last year of their child’s childhood. At least that’s how we parents tend to look at it because we know that once they go off to college, that’s the practical beginning of their adult life.
Madison City Schools Invites You to Honor Your Educator During Teacher Appreciation Week
Madison City Schools has a great way that families can show appreciation to the teachers that have made an impact on student’s lives. “Honoring Your Educator” launched in May 2020 for Teacher Appreciation Week, but is also a great way to say thank you to a teacher during the holidays or year-round! This website makes it very easy for parents, grandparents, mentors and friends of students to give back to teachers by honoring them in a meaningful way.
Ask the Expert: How to Ride the School Bus
From time to time we like to invite local experts from the community to answer questions about parenting and raising kids in Huntsville and North Alabama. Today we asked Tom Brandon, Madison County Commissioner, and former educator and school bus driver to address the BEST way to ride a school bus.
Dear Mom Sending Her Child Off to College
I’m probably not the best one to be writing this letter, considering my child is about to start his sophomore year in college and I’m already missing him so much I’ve cried twice this week. But having gone through the process, here’s advice from a mom that’s sent her child off to college recently.
Test-Taking Tips from Rocket City Learning Center
Does your child struggle with Test Anxiety? Is your teen taking the ACT or SAT this summer? Get advice and tips from a local expert with a proven track record of test-taking success! Our RCM editor, Stephenie Walker, sat down with Dr. Praveena Kommidi, founder of Rocket City Learning Center, and asked your questions about how to best prepare kids for academic testing.
Everything you Need to Know About ACT but Were Afraid to Ask
Every student who dreams of college or higher education after high school has probably heard of the ACT. Maybe you are a parent or student that has even found this page because you want to understand more about it. You’ve come to the right place! In this article, we will demystify the ACT and break down the following:
Make-Ahead Fresh Freezer Meals Kids Will Love
As a food blogger, I get more questions from busy parents about how to get meals on the table night after night than anything else. My number one suggestion is a weekly meal plan. It doesn’t have to be anything fancy – I have written more meal plans down on a napkin than I care to admit. The second thing I suggest is utilizing your freezer.
Focusing on Strengths in the Face of Challenges
So often when we talk about children with special needs, cognitive or physical, we focus on the challenges that these diagnoses present. Whether your child’s challenges are related to learning or to walking or to relating to the world, the stress of making sure that they have what they need to grow and succeed can be overwhelming. It can be easy to lose sight, especially for people who might not have the chance to be with your child day-to-day, of the positives that these challenges can bring to the people that they are growing to become.
Advice to Parents, From a Teacher
I have been blessed to be an educator, coach and bus driver for over thirty years. The rewards in these occupations are not found in the monetary but in the relationships that you are able to develop with students who often share with you the wonder of the everyday world that we as adults have long taken for granted.
How Parents Can Best Help Teachers Help Their Kids
We love getting great advice from local experts, especially when it can make life better for kids & families. We talked with Dr. Debi Edwards, the Director of Secondary Programs at Huntsville City Schools, and share her expertise about why parent involvement at school is so important. I miss chalk....
Easy & Healthy School Lunches
It’s already that time of year, frugal moms unite! Back to school is upon us and we have the best list of ways you CAN produce some excellent school lunches without having to take out a loan. Here are 5 easy ways to make sure your child’s lunch is healthy and fun!
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