By Rachel Hoeing

The team at TMoM is always doing our best to make our website the #1 go-to place for all of your parenting needs.  One of our favorite ways to do this is to build our Directory Page!  This page can be accessed at any time by clicking the teal tab at the top of our website titled "Directories."

We are constantly looking for more ways to help make your job easier and we hope these directories will help.  Below I have listed all of the Directories we currently have available.  Some of these are compilations of all businesses that fit in the listing, while others are just "reader favorites" so that you can see what other moms have approved!  Feel free to email us at any time with your ideas for new directories.  We are always working on new ones! Read More

By Guest Blogger Matthew Davis, founder of Zeek

Hey again, TMOM’s readers! You might remember Zeek from our January blog post about why we quit our jobs and terrified our wives.

The quick refresher: Zeek is the coupon book on your phone with over $2,500 in Triad savings, and a phenomenal fundraiser for schools. Some of our favorite participating merchants are Qdoba, Omega Sports, Moe’s, The Children’s Museum, Brueggers, Cookies + Cream and many more. Check out our full list of participating merchants here. You can watch how it Zeek works here. Read More

By Katie Moosbrugger

What do you get when you mix really hot, humid weather with lots of rain? A good guess would be "springtime in the south."  But a better guess would be "lots of mosquitos." Unfortunately our climate in the Triad is the ideal breeding ground for these pesky pests. And with the mild winter we just had - coupled with all this rain and rising temperatures late in spring - those mosquitos are just waiting to multiply.

If you enjoy playing, cooking out and relaxing in your yard this summer, then it's time to fight these annoying bloodsuckers once and for all! Forget the citronella candles, electric mosquito zapper machines, and those harmful bug sprays (none of those ever work anyway). All you need is The Mosquito Authority of the Triad! Now take note: The Mosquito Authority is offering $30 off an initial treatment for all first time customers. That makes the spray $35. Plus, one lucky TMoM reader will win one FREE spray plus a summer goodie bag. Read below on how you can win this!  Read More

Sponsored by Old Salem Museums & Gardens

“Old Salem’s 5 Yesterdays camp transported our daughter back in time 200 years…isn’t it great to step away from the modern world and all the instant electronics to a slower pace where a little girl can really experience life as it was and learn so many life lessons?” ~ Margaret W.

If you’re looking for a unique and fun summer day camp for your kids, Old Salem Museums & Gardens has the answer. With camps for kids from rising 1st graders through rising 8th graders, Old Salem has one-of-a-kind learning experiences to tickle young minds and chase away boredom. Read More

By Guest Blogger, Jonah Meyer

A living laboratory where children create and experimenting goes on all the time.

An art playground where just trying new things and making up games is what it’s all about.

A special club where children become empowered by regularly visiting and experimenting with art materials and new ideas.

These colorful depictions, and more, have been used to describe the one-of-a-kind “art playground” that is ArtQuest, hands-on art gallery for children and part of the larger Green Hill Center for NC Art, nestled in the Greensboro Cultural Center’s second floor in downtown Greensboro.  ArtQuest was the winner of the 2012 Mom's Choice Awards contest for Best Arts Facility. Read More

By Katie Moosbrugger

We all know there is nothing more powerful than a mother's love. This Mother's Day, let's make a special point to reflect on the love we've received  - and continue to receive - from our own mothers, stepmothers, mothers-in-law, grandmothers and great grandmothers. Without their devotion, support and life lessons, many of us would not be the mothers we are today.

On this Mother's Day, let's also not forget to pay tribute to mothers who may be coping with difficult situations. Or mothers-to-be who are eagerly awaiting the birth of a child. And let's remember to help our friends and neighbors honor their mothers who have passed away and cannot be with us this special day.

Below are fun and creative ideas to help us celebrate the mothers we love. If you have additional ideas or traditions you follow every Mother's Day, please share in the comments below! Read More

By Guest Blogger Jennifer Lockert

As a teacher of young children a common question I get is, "How do I get my child reading over the summer?" All children desire and need a break from the routine and demands of the school year, but teachers will tell you that children who participate in reading activities over the break have an easier transition in the fall. So how can families balance their summer activities and schedules with reading? Easy! Just make a game plan that suits your child's interests and your family's agenda.  Read More

Prom night is upon us, and as much as it is a night of celebration and fun, it is the deadliest night for teenagers across the country. Safe Sober Prom Night Program encourages teens to stay safe and drug and alcohol free on this night in the hopes that every student makes it home safe and sound. Over 450 High Schools in North Carolina and South Carolina have participated in the program, and since its inception over 400,000 students have signed the Safe Sober pledge. In addition, more than $45,000 has been awarded to schools with the highest percentage of participation.  Read More

Sponsored by Wine and Design Triad

Wine and Design is BUZZing this summer with our creative Art Buzz summer camps! We’re taking kids, ages 5 to 12, Under the Sea and In the Jungle with our hands-on activities, incredible paintings, and mixed-medium crafts that your child is guaranteed to love!

Camp dates: June 11-15: "Under the Sea" (ages 5-8), June 18-22: "In the Jungle" (ages 9-12), July 16-20: "In the Jungle" (ages 5-8), and July 23-27: "Under the Sea" (ages 9-12).

Each camp will run Monday-Friday from 9:00am-1:00pm. Cost is $175 per child and $150 for each additional sibling. SPECIAL: SIGN UP BY MAY 20th AND GET $50 OFF!! Please provide lunch and/or snacks for your child. Call (336) 202-7448 to reserve your child’s spot today!  Read More

By Susan “Abby” Haas, MD, pediatrician, Wake Forest Baptist Health – Brenner Children’s Hospital Pediatrics - Clemmons

With summer right around the corner, we’re all looking forward to spending more time outdoors with our families. Whether it’s a day at the pool, a neighborhood barbeque, a camping trip or simply letting your kids explore the backyard, keeping your children safe from the summer sun and bug bites is a must.

The many choices of sunscreen and insect repellents available today can be a bit puzzling. If you’re wondering what sun protection factor (SPF)works best or how to select a safe, effective bug spray, you’re not alone. Here’s a basic primer for summer skin safety so that your family can enjoy the coming months of outside fun. Read More

Prom night is upon us, and as much as it is a night of celebration and fun, it is the deadliest night for teenagers across the country. Safe Sober Prom Night Program encourages teens to stay safe and drug and alcohol free on this night in the hopes that every student makes it home safe and sound. Over 450 High Schools in North Carolina and South Carolina have participated in the program, and since its inception over 400,000 students have signed the Safe Sober pledge. In addition, more than $45,000 has been awarded to schools with the highest percentage of participation.  Read More

By Rachel Hoeing

When I was in my early twenties, I thought a mid-life crisis was when a 40-year-old man bought a red sports car because he didn't want to get old and had to prove he was still young and hip. Now that I am 38 I know better.

A mid-life crisis is real. It is so much more than wanting to be young. It is so much more than buying a sports car. And unfortunately for many of my friends, the time for a mid-life crisis is right about now.

As I wrote a sympathy card last week and told yet another friend of mine I would add her to my prayers, I started to realize how few of my friends were NOT dealing with a serious life-changing event. As I went through my mental list, almost every friend I knew was dealing with the change or loss of a job, a cheating spouse, a separation or divorce, child custody battles, the death of a parent, the knowledge of cancer either in themselves or their child, a spouse struggling with substance abuse, a child diagnosed with a disorder, a sick parent, mental illness, marriage difficulties, etc. It made me sick to my stomach the more I thought about it. Read More

By Katie Moosbrugger

What do you get when you mix really hot, humid weather with lots of rain? A good guess would be "springtime in the south."  But a better guess would be "lots of mosquitos." Unfortunately our climate in the Triad is the ideal breeding ground for these pesky pests. And with the mild winter we just had - coupled with all this rain and rising temperatures late in spring - those mosquitos are just waiting to multiply.

If you enjoy playing, cooking out and relaxing in your yard this summer, then it's time to fight these annoying bloodsuckers once and for all! Forget the citronella candles, electric mosquito zapper machines, and those harmful bug sprays (none of those ever work anyway). All you need is The Mosquito Authority of the Triad! Now take note: The Mosquito Authority is offering $30 off an initial treatment for all first time customers. That makes the spray $35. Plus, one lucky TMoM reader will win one FREE spray plus a summer goodie bag. Read below on how you can win this!  Read More

By Guest Blogger Jennifer Lockert

As a teacher of young children a common question I get is, "How do I get my child reading over the summer?" All children desire and need a break from the routine and demands of the school year, but teachers will tell you that children who participate in reading activities over the break have an easier transition in the fall. So how can families balance their summer activities and schedules with reading? Easy! Just make a game plan that suits your child's interests and your family's agenda.  Read More

Prom night is upon us, and as much as it is a night of celebration and fun, it is the deadliest night for teenagers across the country. Safe Sober Prom Night Program encourages teens to stay safe and drug and alcohol free on this night in the hopes that every student makes it home safe and sound. Over 450 High Schools in North Carolina and South Carolina have participated in the program, and since its inception over 400,000 students have signed the Safe Sober pledge. In addition, more than $45,000 has been awarded to schools with the highest percentage of participation.  Read More

By Guest Blogger Matthew Davis, founder of Zeek

Hey again, TMOM’s readers! You might remember Zeek from our January blog post about why we quit our jobs and terrified our wives.

The quick refresher: Zeek is the coupon book on your phone with over $2,500 in Triad savings, and a phenomenal fundraiser for schools. Some of our favorite participating merchants are Qdoba, Omega Sports, Moe’s, The Children’s Museum, Brueggers, Cookies + Cream and many more. Check out our full list of participating merchants here. You can watch how it Zeek works here. Read More

By Rachel Hoeing

I am excited to start this new series of posts called "Whatcha Think" where I will present a topic (with no bias from myself) and let our readers do the rest! These blogs will only be successful if you comment (tips on this below), so please share your thoughts ... whether they are good, bad or indifferent. Feel free to share the link with others on your blogs, Facebook walls, or emails in order for us to gain as many different perspectives as possible.

My first topic is the one that started creating a lot of buzz last week. Time magazine came out with the cover issue on the left and it stirred quite a ruckus! Some people felt that the photo was perfectly normal, while others called it disgusting. There were a couple things that created the buzz: one was the actual photo with a three-year-old breastfeeding, the second was the headline "Are You Mom Enough?" which made some mothers feel that is was attack on mothers who don't breastfeed their child for that long of a period, the third was the article it introduced which discusses attachment parenting. Read More

By Katie Moosbrugger

Moms are a clever bunch, and thanks to emails from fellow mom friends, family and readers, I was able to pull together a list of fun products that all moms should know about. You might remember my earlier post about Five Favorite Finds, and today I am featuring 10 more fabulous finds. I am always on the hunt for smart products and services for moms. If you have a favorite gadget or idea you want to share, please email me at Katie@TriadMomsOnMain.com and I'll include it in a future post. Thanks for all your ideas...keep them coming! Read More

By Guest Blogger Matthew Davis, founder of Zeek

Hey again, TMOM’s readers! You might remember Zeek from our January blog post about why we quit our jobs and terrified our wives.

The quick refresher: Zeek is the coupon book on your phone with over $2,500 in Triad savings, and a phenomenal fundraiser for schools. Some of our favorite participating merchants are Qdoba, Omega Sports, Moe’s, The Children’s Museum, Brueggers, Cookies + Cream and many more. Check out our full list of participating merchants here. You can watch how it Zeek works here. Read More

By Jenny Stauffer

Happy Cinco De Mayo!  Next weekend we will be celebrating this day that commemorates the cause of freedom and democracy during the first years of the American Civil War and celebrates Mexican heritage and pride.  Don’t y’all just love another reason to dish out some Mexican food? If you are grilling out with friends, joining a large fiesta, or just having a small family celebration, hopefully some of these recipes will fit the bill.

As always, if you have another recipe to share, please add your comment at the end of the blog!  More recipes can be found in our Food/Recipe section here.  

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By Rachel Hoeing

It seems like every mom has a different opinion when it comes to grocery shopping.  Some want the best quality of fresh food, some want a convenient location, some want the lowest prices, some want great customer service, and some want specialty items.

We all have different reasons for shopping where we do and I thought it would be great to hear from other Triad moms today to find out where they shop and why.

My regular weekly grocery store is Harris Teeter.  I shop there because it is closest to my home, they have great customer service, I often use the Express Lane Grocery pickup, and because about 15 years ago I won a savings bond by using my VIC card!  How cool is that?  I figured I owe it to them to be a loyal shopper! Read More

By Guest Blogger Kelly Gunzenhauser

For my son’s birthday, we took our second trip to Marbles Kids Museum in Raleigh. On our last trip, my kids got stuck in one part of the museum (more on that later) so this day was to be a bit of a surprise. And, please know I am not going to do this place justice. There is so much to see and I was limited to what my two boys, ages five and seven, wanted to do. Please explore the website for a more definitive list of exhibits.

As you walk in on the first floor, there are all kinds of games, like giant chess and checker sets and also a large tiered seating area for hanging out and people watching. The rest of the first floor houses all kinds of environments that younger children will love: a fire truck, a house, a farm, a giant tree, a vet’s office, a train, an ambulance, and more. There are dress-up items, art materials, and building materials. If you have a little one that is “into” any of these specific things, be prepared to wait it out for a while! Read More

By Guest Blogger Cheryl Borchardt

I was dreading Spring Break this year. My children kept coming home from school asking where we were going, telling me elaborate tales of the trips their friends were taking. Honestly, I hadn’t given much thought to it. With a new 10 week old baby, traveling was the last thing on my mind. My husband gave the kids a choice, the beach or camping. Camping won.

Now, this mamma doesn’t tent camp. I’m scared of bears, creatures and night noises…mostly bears. I won’t sleep on the cold ground, or even an air mattress. Been there, done that. I need a bed, climate control (for said baby) and of course, enough room for 6 of us to spread out.

I recalled seeing some super cute cabins at Hanging Rock State Park. We discovered the cabins during one of our hiking trips a couple of years back and said we should stay in one sometime. We reserved a darling little two-bedroom cabin which includes a small kitchen, bathroom, screened-in porch with rocking chairs, heat and a/c. Each bedroom has two twin beds. The couch in the main living space had a sleeper sofa for me and my husband (I even took my memory foam mattress topper), all for around $80/night! Read More

By Guest Blogger, Valerie Lecoeur

Local Mompreneur, Valerie Lecoeur, continues to amaze me.  If you missed her previous Mom on the Move profile you can read it here.  Not only is she an incredible mother, but she is an amazing advocate for taking care of our earth.  Valerie recently told me about a trip that she is going to take where she will spend 22 days on the sea away from her family and completely out of her comfort zone.  The coolest thing about her trip is the fact that we can ALL learn from it.  Adults and children alike will be able to follow her journey through her blog. 

If you are near your television this morning, be sure to tune in to Fox 8 Morning News at 9:30am.  Shannon Smith will be talking live with Valerie about her upcoming voyage and discussing ways that we can encourage our children to take responsibility for future of our planet.  I hope you are inspired by Valerie's article that you will read below ... ~ Rachel      Read More

By Katie Moosbrugger

Moms are a clever bunch, and thanks to emails from fellow mom friends, family and readers, I was able to pull together a list of fun products that all moms should know about. You might remember my earlier post about Five Favorite Finds, and today I am featuring 10 more fabulous finds. I am always on the hunt for smart products and services for moms. If you have a favorite gadget or idea you want to share, please email me at Katie@TriadMomsOnMain.com and I'll include it in a future post. Thanks for all your ideas...keep them coming! Read More

By Katie Moosbrugger

A few years ago we crossed a major milestone in our house: getting rid of our crib. It made me so sad. We had it as a regular piece of furniture for six years and parting with it made me realize I no longer had babies – I have kids! But, it was a necessary step as my son had just turned three (yes, we held onto it as long as possible), and he was more than ready for a “big boy bed.” The transition was great, albeit we had many talks (a.k.a. threats) that big boys don’t get out of their bed in the middle of the night. And keeping the crib in the room for a while after adding the bed proved good leverage in case he did decide to slink out. He was psyched for the big move and was very good about it overall.  Read More

By Guest Blogger Anitra Mitchell of Mainstream Boutique

Orange, yellow, turquoise, pink. As I look around the park and morning drop off at school I know that warm weather has arrived! It’s time to pack away the sweaters (not that we really needed them this past winter) and bring out the sundresses, shorts and skirts. With tangerine tango being the official color of 2012, this vibrant hue brings with it promises of a colorful closet for the warmer months. Read More

 

Bricks4Kids in Greensboro is offering two summer camp sessions - each are 5 days for $150 from 9-12 or 1-4 on select days. Please provide a snack each day. Daily rate is $30 per day per child. For more info and to register, click here.

Remote Control Mania – Ages 5+ Dates 8/8-8/12 1pm-4pm. Making it move is the name of the game at this exciting camp!Kids will love to see their creations in motion using LEGO® wireless remote controls. Each day, campers will use fascinating and challenging LEGO® components to create dynamic vehicles, inventions, machines and more.

Movie Making Camp – Ages 7+ 8/1-8/5 9am to 12pm Light, cameras, LEGO® action!Use LEGO® bricks to tell YOUR story, complete with music, special effects and all your favorite LEGO® mini-figure characters!In this unique and creative camp, students will plan, script, stage, shoot, and produce their own mini-movie using Stop Motion Animation. Working as a team, students will use LEGO® components to build the set and props, then shoot their movie using a digital camera.

 

Baseball season is here! 
We have included all the home games on our calendar for our local Greensboro Grasshoppers and Winston-Salem Dash teams! 
Be sure to also check out their webpages as well and enjoy a game with your family!

Grasshoppers - http://www.milb.com/index.jsp?sid=t477

Dash -  http://www.milb.com/index.jsp?sid=t580

 

Sat, March 24, 7pm – Sun, March 25, 12am