Nov 2, 2020 | Babies, By Location, By Stage, Greensboro, Shopping, Shopping for Kids & Babies, Toddlers & Preschool
By Guest Blogger Margaret White of Polliwogs Children’s Boutique I am thrilled to announce that we have recently purchased Posh Pickle Clothing Company! Posh Pickle began 10 years ago when Greensboro resident, Holly McMasters, was looking for cute clothes for her...
Oct 16, 2020 | By Stage, Elementary Age, Parenting & Family, Raising Children, Toddlers & Preschool
By Leslie Alexander, Assistant Director, UNCG’s Bringing Out the Best program Just the thought of chores makes me want to roll my eyes, grumble, and hide in my room, and I’m an adult! So, it’s no wonder our children dread household chores and often rebel when the...
Oct 14, 2020 | By Stage, Crafts & Hobbies, Family Time, Holidays, Hot Topics, Parenting & Family, Recreation, Toddlers & Preschool, Toddlers & Preschoolers
By Guest Blogger Amanda Smolko The question everyone with small children is wondering right now…how are we going to celebrate Halloween in the middle of a pandemic? We really struggled with this question. My 4-year old daughter lives for all things spooky, and...
Oct 13, 2020 | Babies, By Stage, Family Time, Parenting & Family, Recreation, Toddlers & Preschool, Travel & Auto Tips, Vacations & Weekend Trips
By Guest Blogger Taylor Hansen Road trip. Road trip with an infant and toddler. Road trip with an infant and toddler during a global pandemic … Yes, we did that. When the first shutdown due to COVID hit our country in March, I was five months pregnant. No big...
Oct 5, 2020 | By Stage, Child Care Facilities & Programs, Education, Elementary Age, Local Events, Local Resources, Toddlers & Preschool
Virtual Halloween Costume Contest & Dance Party At Home! October 31, 2020 ccrccostumecontest.causevox.com Child Care Resource Center is hosting a Virtual Halloween Costume Contest & Dance Party! Enter the costume photo contest, and encourage family and...
Oct 5, 2020 | By Location, By Stage, Elementary Age, Greensboro, Local Events, Local Resources, Toddlers & Preschool
SCENES Halloween Pop Up Studio Morehead Foundry 433 Spring Garden St Suite 107 Greensboro, NC 27401 Oct. 23 – 25, 2020 Tickets U. SPOOKTACULAR NEWS: Halloween is NOT cancelled! Put on those costumes and pop on over to SCENES Pop Up Studio, an immersive art...
Oct 3, 2020 | By Location, By Stage, Elementary Age, High Point, Local Events, Local Resources, Toddlers & Preschool
Drive Thru Trunk or Treat & Haunt Creekside Park 214 Park Drive Archdale, NC October 24th, 6-8pm Event page here. Have fun at a creepy cartoon themed Trunk or Treat and a small drive thru haunt. The first 500 attendees get a free Treat bag. More details to...
Sep 30, 2020 | By Stage, Children's Health & Developmental Concerns, Children's Health & Wellness, Education, Elementary, Elementary Age, Health, Parenting & Family, Preschool, Raising Children, Toddlers & Preschool
By Guest Blogger Christine Murray* During pre-COVID times, screen time was scarce in my family. We watched TV a couple times a week for a family movie night or for time to relax on a rare night when we didn’t have an extracurricular activity or other outing scheduled....
Sep 28, 2020 | By Stage, Crafts & Hobbies, Education, Preschool, Recreation, Toddlers & Preschool
By TMoM Team Member Anna Keller As parents and caregivers, there’s nothing like the joy and pride of a child who’s created something all by themselves. Incorporating craft projects into your routine is a great way to help them achieve that sense of accomplishment, and...
Sep 17, 2020 | By Stage, Children's Health & Wellness, Education, Elementary, Elementary Age, Health, Moms & Dads, Preschool, Toddlers & Preschool, Working Parents
By Guest Blogger Julie Fritz Can we be honest for a minute? E-learning is hard. It’s hard for parents, it’s hard for teachers, hard for counselors, and hard for students. Nothing about our children being in a virtual classroom for the first nine weeks of school is...
Sep 15, 2020 | By Stage, Elementary Age, Family Time, Hiking & Camping, Parenting & Family, Recreation, Toddlers & Preschool
By Guest Blogger Tim Young, Co-Host of Triad Dads with a Drink As the summer heat breaks, giving way to cooler days and nights, it’s a perfect time to get into the woods. Our homes have served us well during these strange times, but let’s face it—we’ve seen a lot of...
Sep 14, 2020 | By Stage, Family Time, Helpful Lists & Directories, Holidays, Local Resources, Parenting & Family, Recreation, Toddlers & Preschool
By TMoM Team Member Katie Moosbrugger Whether you make your pumpkin patch visit a big family outing or a quick trip close to your home, consult our list first! There have been lots of changes for the 2020 season due to Covid, and we note those below in orange. Most of...
Sep 2, 2020 | By Stage, Elementary Age, Family Time, Food & Nutrition, Parenting & Family, Recipes & Fun Food Ideas, Toddlers & Preschool
By Guest Blogger Amanda Smolko What do you do when the world shuts down? How do you keep your kids entertained and engaged? How do you come up with new fun things to do, when everything is closed, or canceled? That was something we struggled with this year. I have a...
Aug 31, 2020 | By Stage, Humor, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Raising Children, Toddlers & Preschool
By Guest Blogger Heather Miller It started off with a nice warm bath. Then we moved on to her favorite show. The lights were dimmed, the milk was poured, and the house was calm. This is how my first born was prepped for bedtime each and every night. She was then...
Aug 24, 2020 | By Stage, Education, Parenting & Family, Preschool, Raising Children, Toddlers & Preschool
By TMoM Team Member Anna Keller To say this is a different school year is obviously a HUGE understatement, and I’m sure many other preschool families are finding themselves in the same position we are: opting to keep our kids at home this fall. I know this isn’t an...
Aug 18, 2020 | Adult Health & Wellness, Adults, Books, Supplies & Gear, By Stage, Education, Elementary Age, Health, Toddlers & Preschool
By Guest Blogger Ellen Bryant Lloyd Lively conversation, good music, funny movies and great stories are all things that help lift our spirits and make us feel good. For me, great stories top the list. Especially during trying periods in life, books with stories that...
Jul 20, 2020 | By Stage, Crafts & Hobbies, Education, Preschool, Recreation, Toddlers & Preschool
By Guest Blogger Ashley McNeill It’s a trying time right now, and we realize that many of our readers are starting to go a little bit stir crazy while keeping children entertained, keeping our own sanity, and for many – also working a full-time job at...
Jul 8, 2020 | By Stage, Day Trips, Elementary Age, Family Time, Parenting & Family, Parks & Outdoor Activities, Recreation, Toddlers & Preschool
By TMoM Team Member Laura Dydek Heading off on a new adventure with a one year old is always risky! Will he behave? Will he be entertained? Will it be worth skipping a nap? What I can say about Lazy 5 Ranch in Mooresville, is YES to all of that and more! This trip was...
Jul 7, 2020 | Burlington, By Location, By Stage, Day Trips, Elementary Age, Family Time, Featured Directories, Greensboro, Helpful Lists & Directories, High Point, Hiking & Camping, Kernersville, Local Resources, Mom & Dads Directories, Parenting & Family, Parks & Outdoor Activities, Recreation, Toddler & Preschool Directories, Toddlers & Preschool, Winston-Salem
By TMoM Team Member Rachel Hoeing Why not take the gang to a local watering hole to enjoy an afternoon of wading, creekwalking, exploring, or lounging? We hope you enjoy this list of places to escape, which range from serene & peaceful to splash-worthy fun!...
Jul 4, 2020 | By Stage, Children's Health & Wellness, Education, Elementary, Elementary Age, Health, Middle School, Preschool, Toddlers & Preschool
By TMoM Team Member Dennette Bailey Happy 4th of July! It’s a great time to play games that are fun, yet helpful to children who need to learn useful skills for the classroom. When I was growing up there were some very popular games, which also happened to help...
Jun 26, 2020 | By Stage, Food & Nutrition, Nutrition, Recipes & Fun Food Ideas, Toddlers & Preschool
By TMoM Team Member Anna Keller Smoothies are constantly in the rotation at our house. They can be a breakfast on their own, a quick midday snack, or even a secretly healthy but delicious treat. They’re easy to blend quickly and enjoy at home or take on the go....
Jun 22, 2020 | By Location, By Stage, Education, Elementary, Elementary Age, Greensboro, High School & Beyond, Middle School, Preschool, Private Schools, Toddlers & Preschool
By Guest Blogger Tracie Catlett, Head of School at Greensboro Day School Some are calling it a miracle. Some are calling it a disaster. How schools across the country have transitioned to distance learning has no doubt created an un-level playing field for families...
Jun 16, 2020 | Books, Supplies & Gear, By Stage, Education, Elementary, Elementary Age, Preschool, Toddlers & Preschool
By Guest Blogger Ellen Bryant Lloyd We are fortunate to live in a world that is made up of different people, cultures, religions and beliefs. When I was young, I remember my grandmother telling me that the beautiful tapestry of life was woven together by the wide...
Jun 11, 2020 | Adult Health & Wellness, Babies, By Stage, Children's Health & Developmental Concerns, Children's Health & Wellness, Elementary Age, From the Doctor, Health, Safety, Teens & Tweens, Toddlers & Preschool
By Guest Blogger Kacy A. Ramirez MD, Pediatric Infectious Disease Expert at Brenner Children’s For more information on COVID-19, please visit wakehealth.edu/Coronavirus or listen to the latest COVID-19 podcasts. Questions from parents submitted to Triad Moms on...
Jun 10, 2020 | By Stage, Elementary Age, Family Time, Parenting & Family, Recreation, Toddlers & Preschool, Vacations & Weekend Trips
By Guest Blogger Ashley Carson Kids of all ages love Myrtle Beach (grownups too)- and with so many amazing attractions, long stretches of beaches and family-friendly resorts, it’s easy to see why. There are plenty of things to do with kids when you go on a Myrtle...
Jun 8, 2020 | By Stage, Children with Special Needs, Education, Education for Special Needs, Elementary Age, Parenting & Family, Raising Children, Teens & Tweens, Toddlers & Preschool
By Guest Blogger Nancy Micca Every parent of a child with special needs will tell you that cultivating opportunities for their child to experience friendship can be one of their greatest challenges. We all want our children to be included, have positive social...
May 27, 2020 | Birthday Parties, By Stage, Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Local Resources, Shopping, Toddlers & Preschool
By TMoM Team Member Laura Dydek My son just turned one! The saying “The days are long, but the years are short” has never felt truer. The first year of his life flew by and it gets more fun each day. His birthday fell right in the middle of COVID-19, so there was no...
May 18, 2020 | By Stage, From the Heart, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Raising Children, Toddlers & Preschool, Toddlers & Preschoolers
By Guest Blogger Rachel Haggerty with The Witty Uterus Momma with anxiety and a wild toddler, I understand. I understand what it’s like when you have go somewhere with your toddler. You break out into a sweat and immediately start to panic. I wonder what this...
May 16, 2020 | By Stage, Children's Health & Developmental Concerns, Elementary Age, Parenting & Family, Raising Children, Toddlers & Preschool
By Guest Blogger Christine Murray, PhD, LMHC, LMFT, Director of the Healthy Relationships Initiative Whether you have two kids or ten, it’s likely that sibling relationships are a frequent source of joy and tension in your family. As parents, some of the most...
May 15, 2020 | Arts & Enrichment Activities, By Stage, Recreation, Toddlers & Preschool
Kidstunes Music & Movement “Music Around the World” Virtual Music Classes for Preschoolers (ideal for ages 2-5) www.kidstunes.org See schedule below ~ Fun and engaging interactive classes focusing on music, instruments, dances and of course the people and...
