May 6, 2013 | -, Children's Health & Wellness, Food & Nutrition, Food Allergies / Diets / Restrictions, Health, Nutrition, Parenting & Family, Raising Children
By Megan Crisci Have you ever been attending a social gathering revolving around children, such as a birthday party or school Christmas party and witnessed what some might categorize as a “helicopter” or “overprotective” mom meticulously monitoring every tiny piece of...
May 4, 2013 | -, Recreation, Vacations & Weekend Trips
By Suzy Fielders I was lucky enough to take my 6 year old daughter on a Disney Cruise on the Fantasy boat this Easter during her spring break. I can say without a doubt the Disney Cruise is the most amazing vacation experience – better than other cruise lines and even...
Dec 18, 2012 | -, From the Heart, Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Raising Children, Shopping
By Cristin Whiting Recently I was reminded that it is the simple things that count… When it comes to giving and receiving gifts, I have always been partial to the gifts that make memories over those that are held in the hand. My kids have birthdays that are in close...
Oct 30, 2012 | Education, Elementary, High School & Beyond, Middle School, Parenting & Family, Preschool, Raising Children
By Rachel Hoeing Should you let your child skip school to head to the beach? How about a week at Disney? What about just a Friday here or there to go out of town with some friends? Or what about skipping school to visit the annual local fair? How about skipping to...
Sep 4, 2012 | Crafts & Hobbies, Recreation
By Rachel Hoeing Summer is officially over in our household, which means the pool bag, beach towels and rafts are going into storage until next summer. Many of you probably have oodles of noodles that you have stocked up on over the years so I thought it would be fun...
Jun 9, 2012 | -
With almost-weekly outings to Chick-fil-A, you’d think I’d know everything possible about my favorite little eatery (which also happens to be the 2011 & 2012 Choice Winner for “Best Kid Friendly Restaurant”). My love for their original...
May 10, 2012 | From the Heart, Holidays, Just for Moms, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family
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,...
Apr 10, 2012 | Recreation, Travel & Auto Tips
By Martha Nichols, Independent Travel Consultant with Aladdin Travel While some of us are still in the thick of spring break travels, it won’t be too long before we climb back in the car or plane for another family trip this summer. Since we know it’s...
Mar 23, 2012 | For the Home, Just for Moms, Local Resources, Moms & Dads, Our Favorite Finds, Shopping
By Guest Blogger Beth Mack Creative. Unique. Original. These words describe the floral designs of Amy Lynne Originals. Located at 908 Burke Street in downtown Winston-Salem, Amy Lynne Originals is a colorful studio filled with inspiration. Meet Amy – Owner Amy Dunlap...
Mar 2, 2012 | Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Pop Culture, Books & Movies, Raising Children
You know you have a problem when your seven-year-old daughter gives up the Ipad for Lent. It was her decision and she’s really proud of it. We would have been just as happy if she gave up candy or bickering with her brother. But no – her form of penitence...
Feb 4, 2012 | Family Time, Food & Nutrition, Parenting & Family, Recipes & Fun Food Ideas
By Lisa Witherspoon, author of www.thegoldenspoons.blogspot.com We often hear chefs like Rachael Ray and Emeril Lagasse talking about Cooking with Kids. In 2007, Disney-Pixar even released an animated movie called Ratatouille that was all about cooking. The main...
Nov 29, 2011 | -, Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Shopping
If you happen to be reading this blog early today, turn on Fox 8 Morning News to see TMoM share some of these items live with Shannon Smith at 9:30am. Rachel is always looking out for the cutest, most unique gifts and personalized gifts rank among her favorite....
Nov 6, 2011 | -, Humor, Just for Moms, Moms & Dads
Back in March I wrote a Sunday Funnies post about my daughter Anna and her “Anna-isms.” You can read it here. I have written a few more quotes down this year and decided it was time to share more. I would love to hear some of the funny things your kids...
Aug 29, 2011 | Bereavement, From the Heart, Health, Moms & Dads
By Rachel Hoeing Over the summer I took an unexpected leave of absence from Triad Moms on Main. Hopefully most of you did not even notice, and that is because of the incredible women on my team who kept the site going strong. I do not know what I would have done...
Oct 21, 2010 | -
Welcome to Triad Moms on Main! Since today is only the second official day of our live site, we wanted to give you some navigating tips! Each day you will want to click on the SUN to view our most recent blog. Often times we will post one blog early morning and...
Oct 18, 2010 | -, Just for Moms, Moms & Dads, Pop Culture, Books & Movies, Recreation
No matter what you call it, Facebook has seemed to take over the Internet the past two years with adults. What used to be a pastime for college kids has now turned into an addiction for many parents and even grandparents. The non-Facebookers out there will love...
Oct 18, 2010 | Just for Moms, Moms & Dads
By Rachel Hoeing More random ramblings, thoughts and concerns from an everyday mom. Is it just me who … • Has a son and daughter who have figured out how to tinkle on the potty together at the same time? • Was accused of stealing a $5 toothbrush attachment at the...
Oct 18, 2010 | -, Children's Health & Wellness, Education, Education for Special Needs, Health, Private Schools
By Ann U. Sometimes trying to figure out if your child is on track for learning is difficult. Are they really having trouble learning the alphabet or are they just taking a little more time than the child next door? Or if they are a bit older, are they resisting...
Oct 17, 2010 | -, Education, Elementary, Preschool
By Ashleigh Pike So, summer is here! Time to sleep in, relax by the pool, go on vacation and not do any homework………..wrong!! Ok, well maybe not “homework” technically, but no need to let those smart young minds atrophy during the summer months. Here are a few tips on...
Oct 11, 2010 | Family Time, Just for Moms, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family
By Rachel Hoeing One day when I asked my daughter to do something that she wasn’t too crazy about doing, she looked at me and replied with a bit of sass, “I’d Rather Stick Pins in My Eyeballs.” You might be thinking. “Oh, she is going through the teenager attitude...
Oct 11, 2010 | -, Parenting & Family, Raising Children, Recreation
Over the past few years, I have found the computer to be a wonderful tool in helping my children learn and develop many new skills. It is amazing how quickly they “catch on” to games. Many websites are so kid friendly, that once you log on and get your child started,...
