I am a mother of three teenagers. I find that every journey with each child has been different. Which I expected it to be because they all have different personalities.
I often wish I was given a guide...
On October 11, 2021 we had a perfect baby girl through a smooth delivery (as smooth as it can go as an anxious new mom!), and we were welcomed into parenthood. I was hopeful, eager, excited, and nervous as...
Ah, Passover. My mouth waters thinking about Seder dinner with matzo ball soup and brisket, followed by chocolate-covered matzo for dessert. That first Passover morning I can't wait to shove a forkful of matzo brie (matzo fried with eggs) in...
Most of us grow up hearing how easy it is to get pregnant. "It can happen your first time," we hear, and a lot of us know people for whom this is the case. What we don't hear about...
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To help kids celebrate, here are some fun, free Earth Day printables as well as activities you can do with your children to commemorate the day!
Earth Day is an annual celebration that honors the achievements of the environmental movement...
"Did you get his cooler? Do you have his cup? Where's his spoon? Make sure you grab a bib! Is this going to be enough for him to eat?! Did you grab the baby food?"
This is the conversation my...
The Midlands is home to a surprising number of family-friendly hiking trails. This fun, inexpensive, and educational hobby is a great way to wear your kids out after school or on the weekend.
Some of y'all out there may think...
One year ago, right after Easter service at church, I told my husband that it would be a neat idea if next year we invited some friends over to celebrate Easter with us.
Since I didn't want to wait until...
Whether you are looking for a place to escape the rain or heat, or don’t feel like hosting another playdate in your own home, PlayMatters is an ideal spot to take your little ones. Located in West Columbia, PlayMatters...
One of my favorite activities to do in the spring is to visit the strawberry fields. What I love about Columbia is that we have multiple strawberry patches nearby.
My family recently went to Clinton Sease Farm to pick some...
I'm sure it's cliche at this point but it's true: being a mom, we wear many hats. Not only are we moms, but we are referees, chefs, chauffeurs, motivational speakers, nurses, and teachers.
No matter how old our children are,...
Here are some inexpensive activities to entertain your kids without breaking the bank.
Sport and Skatestation USA
This roller skating fun center is located in Lexington and admission and skate rental is $10. Monday nights are family nights where admission is...
I have always been an outdoors kind of person. When I was younger I enjoyed playing outside, no matter what time of year it was. I grew up going on camping trips, to the beach, hiking, and more. This...
In + Around Columbia
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