Taking a baby to the beach is no small feat. But a little planning before your beach trip will go a long way in ensuring you have the most relaxing trip possible. Notice I said trip, not vacation, as...
My career in producing corporate events was paused by the pandemic, but I recently rejoined the traveling world. I flew to Des Moines, Milwaukee, Charlotte, New York City, and Washington, DC, in November, alone. It has reminded me, however,...
When we shopped for our minivan, we specifically chose one without a DVD player. Neither my husband nor I have anti-screen opinions or judgments towards those who use them. Simply put, it was the cheaper option, and we figured...
Oh gosh, I sound like “that mom” don’t I? That sanctimonious “I don’t give my kids Happy Meals” kind of mom.
Ugh, sorry to do that to you. This is my first Birmingham Mom Collective post and I don’t want...
The summer before my kids started kindergarten and third grade, my husband said he wanted to buy an RV. It was a bit of a shock to me, and I had to ask him if he was experiencing some...
Ah, summertime. For some of us, this lovely season brings the annual beach vacation. It’s the week we daydream about during the rest of the year. . . our toes in the sand, cold cocktail in hand, listening to...
Atlanta, Georgia is a fun place to take a short trip from Birmingham, Alabama. Only a 2.5 hour drive down I-20, Georgia's capital city has so much to do and see for families. Here are a few can't-miss things...
The city of Montgomery, Alabama's capital, is a short drive away from Birmingham. Because of its proximity, it makes a wonderful choice for a day trip with the family! Montgomery offers a lot of history, fun activities, and great...
We traveled home to Texas for Spring Break to spend time with grandparents and cousins. We rode public transportation, stayed in hotels, fought the crowds, and played tourist. My daughter Luisa, diagnosed with Rett Syndrome, was with us throughout....
Huntsville, Alabama is just a short drive from the Magic City, making it an excellent choice for a fun day trip. Huntsville is known as the home of the U.S. Space & Rocket Center, but there are so many...
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