Keeping Your Child Safe While Near Water This Summer
Summer is right around the corner, meaning families will spend more time in the water. Safety experts say swimming and boating are two of the most popular activities over the next few months. “Drowning is the leading cause of death in children ages one to four,” says Marie Crew, the [Read More]
Family Time, Amplified at SoundWaves
Get more out of your summer vacation! Discover more excitement, adventure and thrills this season and make more memories together at the nation’s first truly upscale resort water attraction, SoundWaves at Gaylord Opryland Resort in Nashville, Tenn. This upscale, four-acre, three-level aquatic experience unites extraordinary environments, exclusive amenities, and relaxing [Read More]
Don’t Break the Bank on Back to School
Summer is winding down, and kids are preparing to start a new school year. This signifies an exciting new start for kids, but for parents, it can mean spending a lot of money on school supplies and new clothing for fall. Families with children in elementary school through high school [Read More]
4 Ways to Ensure a Successful Start to School
Starting school for the first time can be anxiety-provoking (for both kids and parents)—but it doesn’t have to be. We talked to the pros to find out how parents can set their kids up for a successful start to preschool or kindergarten. 1. Make Learning Fun As parents, we are [Read More]
The Allowance Debate
The average allowance for children in the United States comes to about $30 per week. That’s a lot of spending money! Can offering an allowance help teach critical financial lessons? Many parents believe so. Others, and even some experts, are more skeptical. Whether to provide a child with an allowance [Read More]
Tips On Choosing Your Kids’ Extracurricular Activities
From birth, children are ready to learn and explore, and getting them involved in activities and classes early on can be ideal for their social, emotional, and physical development. Luckily for parents, there are a variety of activities in which children can partake. But what time is the right time [Read More]
2023 Birmingham Parent’s Family Favorites Award Winners
FAMILY FUN | PARTIES, ACTIVITIES & LEARNING BUSINESSES & SERVICES | HEALTH & WELLNESS What are YOUR local favorites? Whether it’s a place for a child’s haircut, a birthday cake, a beach destination, or even a medical specialist for someone in your family, everyone has favorites, and that is what [Read More]
Speech Therapy and Children
It’s a sentence that no parent wants to hear from a teacher: your child is not doing well in school. In many cases, the next topic is about what possible interventions could or should take place. Though many parents may not initially think about it, speech therapy may provide the [Read More]
Gaylord Opryland Resort Celebrates ‘SUMMER OF MORE’ Event
Gaylord Opryland Resort’s “Summer of More” event has begun and continues through September 4, 2023. A variety of seasonal activities await, including brand-new and fantasy-filled Pirates & Princesses themed experiences. The endless itinerary of summer entertainment also includes nine acres of enchanting indoor gardens, a wide variety of culinary cuisine, [Read More]
How Students Can Get Free Money
The FAFSA deadline is almost here, and high school graduates are preparing for the next four years of their life. According to data from the Department of Education, 25% of FAFSA forms are abandoned mid-process because of confusion, meaning billions of free dollars are left up for grabs. Here are [Read More]