Author Dr. Linda J.M. Holloway is a poet, story activist and children’s author of seven children’s books thus far. Her...
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Women Under Construction
Around 2006, former multi-million dollar realtor Shellie Layne found herself divorced, a mom and overwhelmed by caring for a home...
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The CHOOSE Act May Change the Educational Landscape...
Alabama Governor Kay Ivey signed “The CHOOSE Act” into law earlier this year (House Bill 129), affecting school children and...
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Have a Great Father’s Day Out in the...
Tired of giving Dad the same old tie for Father’s Day? It’s time to step up the gift-giving game and...
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Take a Girls’ Trip to Gaylord Opryland Resort...
It’s great for the family, and it’s great for alone time with your spouse, but do you realize how terrific...
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How My Kids Will Know the Grandmother They’ll...
“Mama, it’s not fair that I won’t ever get to meet Grandma Kate.” This comment from my second grader punctures...
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Party Perfection
Looking for some much needed inspiration on where to throw your child’s next birthday party? Birmingham is brimming with fantastic...
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Nine Reasons Community College May Be the Best...
Many people overlook the opportunity to attend community college, assuming that it is just for those who aren’t accepted to...
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Health Experts are Warning Parents about the Measles
Health experts are warning parents to make sure their children are vaccinated against measles. This comes after the Centers for...
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To Parents of the 2024 High School Graduating ...
Felicitations! Enjoy the graduation festivities and cherish the memories of your child’s K-12 educational experiences. Hopefully by now you have ...
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A Sense of Belonging
“I just don’t know where I belong…” When I first heard that sentiment from students, early on in my career ...
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Thelma – A KIDSFIRST! Movie Review
The feature directorial debut of Josh Margolin, Thelma is a poignant action-comedy that gives veteran Oscar® nominee June Squibb her first leading role on-screen and ...
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Saying Goodbye
When children lose a cherished pet, it may be their first experience with death. My first experience as a child ...
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UAB Study Highlights Impact of Teen Childbirth on ...
Different social contexts can transform the meaning and implications of life experiences. For example, a life event like teen childbirth ...
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School of Magical Animals 2 – A KIDSFIRST! ...
The students of the school of magical animals want to perform a musical for the school’s anniversary. Will the rehearsals ...
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PJ Library Shares Summer Reading Ideas
Summer is here! PJ Library – the non-profit that sends 240,000 free high quality books to children across North America ...
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UAB-Highlands Expands to Include Pre-Natal Care
The University of Alabama at Birmingham Department of Family and Community Medicine is partnering with the UAB Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology to provide prenatal ...
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Welcome to AIM Academy!
– Sponsored Content – Fostering growth and imagination at AIM Academy, we are dedicated to providing a nurturing and stimulating ...
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UAB is Rising Among Nationwide Rankings in Clinical ...
Over the past decade, the University of Alabama at Birmingham has become a national leader in clinical trials — studies examining the ...
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Embracing Fatherhood
Fatherhood is an incredible journey, full of joy, challenges and personal growth. Every father’s path is unique, and mine has ...
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