My 15-month-old son and I had MLK, Jr. Day off together. Since moving to Birmingham in July, I’d visited the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute here in town as well as many of the museums/historic sites in Montgomery, but had...
The holidays are right around the corner, and to us that means spending hours on the road traveling from one family event to the next and, in some cases, the next and the next. While travel may not have...
It seems the years of going through a pandemic have taken a toll on all of us. People are ready to make new memories and have new adventures. Where will your new adventure take your family? If you're unsure...
Back in 2013, I had the opportunity to be in Ireland on St. Patrick’s Day. It was such a wonderful experience and now I am obsessed with all things Irish! I wrote this post to share a little bit...
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...
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 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...
Over spring break my family was lucky enough to take a short trip to Savannah, Georgia. After visiting the city several times, I felt like I knew the lay of the land. As you know, a child changes everything....
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 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...
In + Around Birmingham
Guide to Tea Houses in Alabama
Allow me to introduce one of my favorite types of establishment: the tea house. If you've been to the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, you may...
