Jan 20, 2020 | From the Heart, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Raising Children
By Guest Blogger Kelly Guzenhauser, a local Kindergarten teacher As we celebrate the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., we reflect on what he is best known for: leading the Civil Rights Movement of the 1950’s and 60’s. But in this age of continued racism and...
Jan 15, 2020 | By Stage, Education, High School & Beyond, Parenting & Family, Teens & Tweens, Tweens & Teens
By Guest Blogger Catherine Phipps, graduate of UNC Chapel Hill You spent months preparing for the SAT, considering 10,000 factors and applying to what feels like 10,000 schools. Then come the decision-making questions: Are your SAT and ACT scores high enough? Should...
Jan 14, 2020 | Family Time, Parenting & Family, Recreation, Travel & Auto Tips, Vacations & Weekend Trips
By Guest Blogger Kathleen Thorell My family of five traveled to Walt Disney World Jan.1 – 4th. We planned the trip only 20 days before going, so I approached it very differently than past trips to Disney. I did not research for months. I did not hem and haw over...
Jan 13, 2020 | By Location, Children with Special Needs, Education, Education for Special Needs, Elementary, Parenting & Family, Private Schools, Winston-Salem
By Karen Pranikoff, Director of Admission and Development, Triad Academy at Summit School Tackling homework at the end of the day often can be a frustrating experience for parents and children. It’s an even harder assignment when your child has dyslexia. When you’re...
Jan 10, 2020 | Adults, By Stage, Just for Dads, Just for Moms, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Raising Children, Single Parenting
By Guest Blogger Christine Murray, PhD, LPC, LMFT, Director of the Healthy Relationships Initiative Parenting is full of joys and challenges in all families, but parents who are separated or divorced can face unique challenges. Through our work with the Healthy...
Jan 9, 2020 | Babies, By Stage, Just for Dads, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Pregnancy & Babies
By Guest Blogger Ryan Holt I have always wanted a large family – when my wife told me we were expecting I was absolutely elated. If you’re like me then you have a “plan” and are extremely organized. Everything has a purpose and place. Therefore, having a child doesn’t...
Jan 4, 2020 | From the Heart, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Raising Children, Tweens & Teens
By Katie Moosbrugger A while back I read a blog written by a dad who offered ingenious advice. He and his wife were having a hard time communicating with their tween daughter. He knew something was up – she wasn’t acting like herself – but they could not get her to...
Dec 29, 2019 | Books, Supplies & Gear, Education, Parenting & Family, Raising Children
By Janet Howard, Program Director for Bringing Out the Best in the UNC Greensboro Center for Youth, Family, and Community Partnerships I don’t know about you, but my mornings could run a little more smoothly as I try to get my two teenagers out the door for school,...
Dec 26, 2019 | Adults, By Stage, From the Heart, Holidays, Just for Moms, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family
By Guest Blogger JamillahNeeairah Nasir “Mama J” There are some things I’ve always enjoyed about the holidays. I still love watching corny holiday movies on the Hallmark channel while I’m making Kwanzaa gifts for my family and friends. I never tire of seeing...
Dec 25, 2019 | Holidays, Local Events, Local Resources, Parenting & Family
By Katie Moosbrugger Whether you’re looking for an event that lasts through the stroke of midnight, or just something fun earlier in the day, we’ve pulled together a great list of New Years Eve events that could appeal to all ages throughout all of the...
Dec 25, 2019 | Holidays, Info about Our Website, Local Resources, Parenting & Family
By Rachel Hoeing We hope this holiday season is a very special one for you and your loved ones. All of us at Triad Moms on Main wish you and yours a happy, healthy, fun-filled holiday season! From our families to yours … HAPPY HOLIDAYS! The Moosbrugger...
Dec 24, 2019 | Adults, By Stage, From the Heart, Holidays, Just for Moms, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Raising Children
By Guest Blogger Carrie Sockwell, author of Our Carolina Home Christmas Eve was my favorite day growing up as a kid. I loved it so much more than Christmas day because of the anticipation and build up of Christmas coming to an overwhelming peak. The excitement of...
Dec 23, 2019 | Holidays, Local Events, Local Resources, Parenting & Family
By Rachel Hoeing Happy Hanukkah, Merry Christmas, and Happy Kwanzaa! What a beautiful week of celebrations! Once again we are featuring another week of holiday events in Winston-Salem, Greensboro, High Point, Burlington, Kernersville, and beyond! As a TMoM newsletter...
Dec 22, 2019 | Holidays, Info about Our Website, Local Events, Local Resources, Parenting & Family, Parks & Outdoor Activities, Recreation
By Katie Moosbrugger In today’s Sunday Spotlight… ~ Ring in the New Year at Spare Time Greensboro ~ Outdoor Ice Skating and Ice Slide at WFMY News 2 Piedmont Winterfest ~ Winner of TMoM’s $1,000 Holiday Giveaway...
Dec 21, 2019 | From the Heart, Holidays, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Raising Children
By Dennette Bailey When I was a youngster, my sisters and I were hardcore believers in Santa Claus – all the way up to the 4th grade! I will never forget the day when my younger sister and I were at the grocery store with my mother walking through the aisles...
Dec 20, 2019 | Entertaining, Food & Nutrition, Parenting & Family, Raising Children, Recipes & Fun Food Ideas, Religion
By Guest Blogger Rima Kleiner, MS, RDN, LDN Whether you celebrate Hanukkah with your own—or a friend’s—family or just know about the holiday from Adam Sandler’s beloved “The Hanukkah Song,” the Festival of Lights is almost here. This year, Hanukkah begins on December...
Dec 19, 2019 | Holidays, Humor, Just for Moms, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Raising Children
By Guest Blogger Andrea Ropko This is our elf. Yes, he is, in fact, sitting on a shelf, but he is not to be confused with America’s Rascally Holiday Sweetheart: The Elf on the Shelf. You know the one. The little scamp who eats all the cookies in the quiet of the night...
Dec 17, 2019 | Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Holidays, Our Favorite Finds, Parenting & Family, Shopping
By Katie Moosbrugger We realize it’s crunch time for gift buying, but if you’re still searching for that special something, we have some favorite things that come recommended from our TMoM team to share with you! Whether it’s something for yourself,...
Dec 16, 2019 | Family Time, Holidays, Local Events, Local Resources, Parenting & Family
By Katie Moosbrugger It’s almost holiday time, and the Triad is bursting with festive events! Once again we are featuring another week of holiday events in Winston-Salem, Greensboro, High Point, Burlington, Kernersville, and beyond! As a TMoM newsletter...
Dec 15, 2019 | Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Holidays, Our Favorite Finds, Parenting & Family, Shopping
By Rachel Hoeing It can be difficult to come up with gift ideas for the holidays, but it can be especially difficult when you need to ship a gift to another state, or when you are trying to purchase just one gift for a family or a couple. I have many relatives who I...
Dec 13, 2019 | By Stage, Parenting & Family, Raising Children, Toddlers & Preschool
By Dennette Bailey I recently had the opportunity to give a tour to a family looking for a preschool for their child and when I greeted them at the door the 3-year old boy said, “look I got this rock for you.” I was elated and amazed (I happen to be a rock collector...
Dec 10, 2019 | By Location, Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Holidays, Our Favorite Finds, Parenting & Family, Shopping, Winston-Salem
By Guest Blogger Sheri Moretz The holidays – it’s a time when lots of questions are asked. How do reindeer fly? How does Santa visit everybody’s house all on one night? And what would be a good thing to get John, Susan, and Beth? While the answers to the first two...
Dec 9, 2019 | Holidays, Local Events, Local Resources, Parenting & Family
By Rachel Hoeing Today’s blog is sponsored by CAKE and All Things Yummy’s “The Workshop!” The Workshop hosts artists of all different mediums to bring you exciting, fun, and unique classes that go beyond just baked goods! Create amazing things...
Dec 8, 2019 | Arts & Enrichment Activities, Holidays, Local Events, Local Resources, Parenting & Family, Recreation
By Katie Moosbrugger In today’s Sunday Spotlight…. ~ Experience Christmas on the Farm at Hubb’s Farm ~ Forsyth Family magazine’s Kids Morning Out for December ~ Winston-Salem Youth Chorus Auditions ~ Introducing TMoM’s 2019 $1,000 Holiday...
Dec 8, 2019 | Holidays, Info about Our Website, Local Resources, Parenting & Family
By Katie Moosbrugger It’s that time of the year again! Thanks to the generosity of 10 generous businesses, the TMoM team is excited to offer a prize of $1,000 in gift cards to one very lucky TMoM reader. Once again, we hand-picked businesses that we know offer...
Dec 7, 2019 | By Stage, Parenting & Family, Raising Children, Teens & Tweens, Tweens & Teens
By Guest Blogger By Marci Kawar Does your teenager need a job, but isn’t sure where to start? Does even the thought of looking for a job feel overwhelming and intimidating to them? Yes, it’s tough these days. With so many academic and social pressures, the idea of...
Dec 5, 2019 | Education, Greensboro, Holidays, Local Resources, Non Profits, Parenting & Family, Preschool, Raising Children, Toddlers & Preschool
By Kids ‘R’ Kids Learning Academies The holidays are typically known for gift-giving, but what about the season of giving back? Giving to others is a natural next step to gratitude and helps your child understand the importance of contributing to the community. So,...
Dec 4, 2019 | Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Holidays, Our Favorite Finds, Parenting & Family, Shopping
By Laura Simon I don’t know about you, but I’ve received some pretty preposterous Christmas lists this year. My 5-year-old wants a baby unicorn, which she firmly believes can actually be obtained by venturing into the South American jungle. My 9-year-old wants a cell...
Dec 2, 2019 | Family Time, Holidays, Local Events, Local Resources, Parenting & Family
By Katie Moosbrugger Today’s list is sponsored by Catbird Art & Events which partners with local businesses to bring the community fun events where you can support local and handmade! Coming up is the 4th Annual Holiday Market at Foothills Brewing Tasting...
Nov 29, 2019 | Babies, By Location, By Stage, Greensboro, Local Resources, Parent & Child Groups / Support Groups, Parenting & Family, Raising Children
By Guest Blogger Jessie Ballard Parenting multiples is different, there’s no doubt about it. Parents of multiples can’t always take well meaning advice from singleton parents, and multiples can be overwhelming for even the most seasoned parent....
