Dec 4, 2023 | Entertaining, Family Time, From the Heart, Holidays, Info about Our Website, Just for Dads, Just for Moms, Local Resources, Moms & Dads, Non Profits, Parenting & Family, Travel & Auto Tips, Vacations & Weekend Trips
By TMoM Team Member Dennette Bailey The holidays offer many of us what is hard to come by any other time of the year – extra time. As a result, this time of the year is when we most likely get the time to do something or go somewhere new. However, trying to...
Nov 27, 2023 | Burlington, By Location, Family Time, Greensboro, High Point, Holidays, Kernersville, Parenting & Family, Religion, Winston-Salem
Written by Guest Blogger Katelyn Cohen-Kivett What is Hanukkah and why is it celebrated? Hanukkah is a vibrant and meaningful Jewish festival celebrated worldwide. The term “Hanukkah” originates from the Hebrew word for dedication, highlighting the...
Nov 23, 2023 | Burlington, Family Time, From the Heart, Greensboro, High Point, Holidays, Kernersville, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Winston-Salem
By TMoM Team Member Sandy Harper For most of us, Thanksgiving is a day when we reflect on what we are thankful for in our lives. We are reminded to not take all we have for granted. Even the things that may seem normal and simple. For instance, the roof over our head,...
Nov 22, 2023 | Burlington, By Location, By Stage, Elementary Age, Family Time, Greensboro, High Point, Holidays, Kernersville, Local Events, Local Resources, Local Sales & Shopping Events, Parenting & Family, Shopping, Toddlers & Preschool, Winston-Salem
Updated By TMoM Team Member Kodia Byers This directory is sponsored by Kersey Valley Christmas. Visit Kersey Valley Christmas in Archdale, NC for a night of Lights, Santa, and Action! Kersey Valley Christmas is home to Santa’s Workshop, where kids of all ages...
Nov 14, 2023 | Burlington, Children with Special Needs, Education for Special Needs, Family Time, Greensboro, High Point, Kernersville, Local Resources, Parenting & Family, Winston-Salem
By Guest Blogger Seph Bartholomew, of Key Autism Services The month of November is a time for reflection and thankfulness, where families and communities express gratitude for their blessings. In the Triad region of North Carolina, this year brings an additional...
Nov 13, 2023 | Day Trips, Elementary Age, Family Time, Hiking & Camping, Parenting & Family, Parks & Outdoor Activities, Recreation, Teens & Tweens, Toddlers & Preschool, Winston-Salem
By TMoM Team Member Sydney D. Richardson, Ph. D. Fall has set and we’ve entered the confusing weather days. Some days are extremely cold and others hover in the middle where the mornings are freezing and the afternoons are rather pleasant. In my household, this means...
Nov 12, 2023 | Adult Children, Empty Nesters, Family Time, From the Heart, Holidays, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Parenting Tips, Raising Children
By Guest Blogger Kristen Daukas Ah, the holidays – a time for joy, laughter, and endless family gatherings. For parents of college students, the holiday season is particularly special because it means that their children will finally be back home. But let’s not...
Nov 11, 2023 | Family Time, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Parenting Tips, Photography
By TMoM Team Member Anna Keller Now that Halloween is behind us, we’re collectively shifting gears. While I’m a big stickler about not actively celebrating Christmas – putting up decorations, listening to Christmas music, getting a tree, etc. – until after...
Nov 8, 2023 | Adults, Burlington, By Location, By Stage, Family Time, Greensboro, Helpful Lists & Directories, High Point, Holidays, Kernersville, Local Resources, Non Profits, Parenting & Family, Tweens & Teens, Winston-Salem
By TMoM Team Member Suzy Fielders Although some organizations may have changed their volunteer opportunities since the pandemic, there are still plenty of ways to get involved in the community and give your time and support to those who need it. Over the past couple...
Oct 30, 2023 | Adults, Family Time, Just for Moms, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Pregnancy & Babies
By Guest Blogger Makayla Berry Below are some tips and tricks for returning to work after a maternity leave that helped me. Please share some that helped you in the comments below. Have a Game Plan First things first, as a mom we are constantly thinking of our “game...
Oct 29, 2023 | Family Time, Holidays, Parenting & Family, Tweens & Teens
By TMoM Team Member Katie Moosbrugger As soon as the calendar turned to October 1, the inevitable question from my tweens would always pop up. “Will I be able to trick or treat alone with my friends this year?” In all fairness, I should say “Yes!” I would tell her,...
Oct 27, 2023 | Adult Health & Wellness, Burlington, Day Trips, Elementary, Entertaining, Family Time, Friday Finds, Greensboro, Helpful Lists & Directories, High Point, High School & Beyond, Hiking & Camping, Holidays, Kernersville, Local Events, Local Resources, Middle School, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Private Schools, Raising Children, Winston-Salem
By TMoM Team Member Sandy Harper In today’s Friday Finds: Wesleyan Christian Academy Fall Preview Day: Nov. 15 Don’t Live with Bladder Leakage. Learn how Botox can Provide Dramatic Results. Last Weekend for 2023 Halloween Events! Win $100 in Market Bucks to...
Oct 24, 2023 | Burlington, Family Time, Greensboro, High Point, Holidays, Kernersville, Local Resources, Parenting & Family, Parks & Outdoor Activities, Recreation, Winston-Salem
By Guest Blogger Seph Bartholomew, of Key Autism Services As the Triad region of North Carolina embraces the autumn season, it’s time to immerse yourself and your family in the beauty of fall. For children with autism, creating sensory-friendly and enjoyable...
Oct 21, 2023 | Babies, Baby Directories, Family Time, Moms & Dads, Parent & Child Groups / Support Groups, Parenting & Family, Pregnancy & Babies, Recreation, Toddler & Preschool Directories, Toddlers & Preschool, Toddlers & Preschoolers
By TMoM Team Member Suzy Fielders If you have a little one, especially a baby or toddler, it is often hard to find things for them to do outside the home. Enter ‘My Buddy & Me’ classes! These are a great way for parents, guardians, grandparents, etc. to enjoy fun...
Oct 20, 2023 | Adult Health & Wellness, Day Trips, Family Time, From the Doctor, Health, Holidays, Parks & Outdoor Activities, Pregnancy & Babies, Recreation, Winston-Salem
By TMoM Team Member Suzy Fielders In today’s Friday Finds: The Mother’s Nursing Nook is Here for You on Your Breastfeeding Journey Kersey Valley Maize Adventure – Fall Fun Awaits Last Truck & Treat BOOsted at Kaleideum North Win $100 in Market Bucks to spend...
Oct 14, 2023 | Arts & Enrichment Activities, Family Time, From the Heart, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Winston-Salem
By TMoM Team Member Sydney D. Richardson, Ph. D. It all started when the first crisp morning of fall hit. I stood on my front porch with my warm cup of coffee and enjoyed a cool morning. I love the fall. However, what I love most is using that time to make a fall...
Oct 9, 2023 | Family Time, Food & Nutrition, From the Heart, Humor, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Raising Children
By Guest Blogger Ginny Olson, author of the blog MothersRest.com I got in this bad habit when my oldest was born of EATING SUPER FAST – and only things you can grab and go, like pop tarts and brownies. That kid is 10 now, yet I still approach food like that. I...
Oct 2, 2023 | Babies, Family Time, Parenting & Family, Pregnancy & Babies
By Andrea Miller When I first heard about The Basics, I had a 4-year old and a rising third grader. Surely I knew all there was to know about helping my children be all they could be in life. In the early years, it can feel like an achievement just to get past the...
Sep 25, 2023 | Adults, Babies, Elementary Age, Family Time, From the Heart, Humor, Marriage & Couples, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Raising Children, Teens & Tweens, Toddlers & Preschool, Working Parents
By Lindsay Pace A few years ago I became uncharacteristically hooked on a show called Naked and Afraid. I was reluctant to watch a show with Naked in the title, feeling fed up with the tactics of using sex/sexuality to gain viewers. For whatever reason, I gave it a...
Sep 24, 2023 | Day Trips, Family Time, Recreation, Vacations & Weekend Trips
By TMoM Team Member Suzy Fielders While many people think of summer as the time to take day or weekend trips, Fall is actually a great time to do so as well. The weather is nicer, and most places are less crowded. Plus, most of the state offers prime views of the...
Sep 14, 2023 | Family Time, From the Heart, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Raising Children
By TMoM Team Member Ellen Bryant Lloyd It was a milestone… 100,000 miles. I remember watching the sixth spot of my car’s odometer flip from 0 to 1 at the same time the other five digits flipped from 9 to 0. It was hard to comprehend I had driven 100,000 miles since I...
Sep 12, 2023 | Arts & Enrichment Activities, Children's Museums & Playhouses, Elementary Age, Family Time, Greensboro, Parenting & Family, Toddlers & Preschool
By Jessica Clifford Imagine. Leaves the color of burnt gold and crimson drifting calmly to the ground from wavering trees. The sun peeks through the fluffy clouds to say hello! The windy autumn day begs you to get out, get moving, and gather family and friends for a...
Sep 11, 2023 | Family Time, Food & Nutrition, Food Allergies / Diets / Restrictions, Recipes & Fun Food Ideas
By TMoM Team Member Sydney D. Richardson, Ph. D. Summer is coming to an end, school has started, and everyone is back in their routines. However, the dessert fun is just beginning. My family loves desserts, but it can be difficult trying to find store-bought (or even...
Sep 8, 2023 | Children's Museums & Playhouses, Entertaining, Family Time, Friday Finds, Greensboro, Info about Our Website, Non Profits, Parenting & Family, Toddler & Preschool Directories, Toddlers & Preschool
By TMoM Team Member Suzy Fielders In today’s Friday Finds: Register Today for Classes at Miriam P. Brenner Children’s Museum! Don’t Miss Journey to Brave on September 21st! Check Out TMoM’s Fun & Informative Reels on Instagram! Pumpkin Season...
Sep 6, 2023 | Burlington, By Location, Day Trips, Family Time, Greensboro, Helpful Lists & Directories, High Point, Holidays, Kernersville, Local Events, Local Resources, Parenting & Family, Recreation, Winston-Salem
By TMoM Team Member Kodia Byers Visiting pumpkin patches makes for fun family outings. Whether you choose one close to your home or a few hours away, be sure to consult our list first! Most of these patches will not begin selling pumpkins until early October (although...
Sep 4, 2023 | Family Time, Holidays, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Recreation, Working Parents
By TMoM Team Member Suzy Fielders When discussing this upcoming Labor Day weekend, my 16-year-old daughter said, ‘didn’t we already celebrate that?’. To which I responded that no that was Memorial Day weekend. She then said they don’t seem that different because,...
Sep 3, 2023 | Day Trips, Family Time, Parenting & Family, Recreation
By Guest Blogger Suzy Fielders Sparta is truly like one of those small towns that you see in the movies or on a TV show. It’s a quaint little town that clearly loves their neighbors and enjoys welcoming visitors. As it’s only an hour and a half from Winston-Salem,...
Aug 30, 2023 | Family Time, Local Events, Local Resources, Parenting & Family, Parks & Outdoor Activities, Recreation
By TMoM Team Member Suzy Fielders We are so excited to see so many September festivals planned for the 2023 season! Few seasons can compare to fall in the beautiful state of North Carolina. This is also one of the the best seasons of the year for families to find fun,...
Aug 27, 2023 | Family Time, Humor, Parenting & Family, Raising Children
By Guest Blogger Amy Johnson, author of the blog AmyBabys.com Every day is an adventure when you’re raising two small children. Our oldest girl just turned two in May and her baby brother is 9 months old. She is calm and cautious; he is ruff and wild – it’s the...
Aug 24, 2023 | Adults, Elementary Age, Entertaining, Family Time, Greensboro, Recreation, Sports, Teens & Tweens
By TMoM Team Member Suzy Fielders Did you know you don’t have to go all the way to Texas or mid-west to watch bull riding? This exciting sport that dates back to the 1500’s is happening right here in the Triad this September! PBR Teams and the Carolina Cowboys are...