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Ask the Doctor: How to Help Your Child Mentally Prepare for Back-to-School
Between the pandemic and recent school/mass shootings, here are tips to ease anxiety and help families mentally prepare for back to school.Â
Award-Winning Care For Baby and Mom: Tampa General Hospital
For the second year in a row, Tampa General has made Newsweek’s prestigious list as a Best Maternity Hospital of 2022.
Meet the New Surgeons on the Block with AdventHealth for Children’s Orthopedics Team
Cheryl Lawing, MD, and Maureen Maciel, MD, joined the AdventHealth for Children orthopedic team specializing in infants through teenagers.
Easy Breakfast On-the-Go Ideas for Back to School!
Now that school is back in session, I’m sharing some breakfast ideas you can make ahead or pack—and still make it out the door in time!
A Balanced Day: Easy Tips to Teach Kids Successful Time Management
Like the start of the new calendar year, the start of a new academic year is an opportunity to set goals and revise habits. That means, time management.
Camp HOPE Provides a Pathway for Kids to Learn, Play, and Love
Learn how Camp HOPE America is making a difference in the lives of children who have experienced the trauma of domestic violence.
Ask the Doctor: Appointments, immunizations and more back-to-school tips
Beat the rush and avoid last minute scramble: Here’s what you need to know to prep yourself and your children for the first day of school.Â
VPK: The Next Best Thing to A Magical Parenting Handbook
Florida offers FREE Voluntary Prekindergarten to all families whose child is four years old by September 1st!
Pasco County’s Scalloping Season Extended to 37 Days in 2023!
Scalloping season in Pasco County returns in 2022 for 10 days of harvesting!
A YES DAY with the Kids at Universal Orlando Resort
Natajassa Prose of @proseandcompany is sharing how she planned a YES DAY at Universal Studios for her kids.
How the YMCA is Developing Leaders of Tomorrow
The YMCA’s Teen Leaders Club helps kids to get involved, develop a positive sense of self, and learn what it truly means to be a leader.Â
#GetLive with Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ #45: Devin White
Devin White talks sharing the #GetLive mindset with his son, his teammates and his Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ community.
Moms to Know: Courtney Vermette, Butter Bug Boutique
Courtney Vermette’s Butter Bug Boutique helps parents discover solutions for kids while supporting purpose-driven mom-owned brands.
Healthy Snack Ideas for Kids with Jenny P of @lunchboxmafia
It’s summer break and you’re constantly hearing “Mom, can I have a snack?” Jenny P. from @lunchboxmafia helps us maximize snack time.
A Parent’s Review of Worlds of Marvel Restaurant with Photos
The Worlds of Marvel restaurant is unlike any dining experience by Disney, especially for Marvel fans. Here’s what parents need to know.
Summer at ZooTampa: What’s NEW and more fun things to do at the zoo!
Summer at ZooTampa combines learning + fun! Home to more than 1,000 animals, your family will enjoy hours of entertainment and education!Â
How to Set Up Your Kids Room For Back To School Success
Can you believe back-to-school time is just around the corner? We all know what that means—supplies shopping! But instead of simply stocking your child’s backpack, consider how you can shop for their room in order to decorate with intention. Styling your kids room the right way can contribute to a successful and productive school year….
Ask the Doctor: Should My Young Child Get the COVID Vaccine?
The COVID vaccine is now available for kids ages 6 months and older. Dr. Allison Messina, the chief of the Division of Infectious Disease at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, answers common questions.
5 Things We LOVE about Disney Wish Kids Clubs
The Oceaneer Club on Disney Wish, the newest Disney Cruise ship, is amazing. Here’s how it is different from other Disney kids clubs.
Sharing Our History and Culture with Our Children with the Local Library
Share and discover more about our community’s diversity, history and culture with your local Library’s Discovery Pass program!
No Rest for the Referendum in Hillsborough County: See your dollars at work!
Our Hillsborough County education referendum cash is hard at work this summer making major improvements to our schools.
Kids to Know: Maisy Kiefer
Along with Maisy’s “magical” personality, her involvement with Gigi’s Playhouse helps make a difference to people with Down Syndrome.
Tampa’s Colt Clark and the Quarantine Kids Share Their Musical Journey
Tampa’s Colt Clark and The Quarantine Kids discuss their family, their musical journey, and what it’s like performing on an iconic stage.
When To Be Concerned If Your Child Is “Always” Sick?
Feeling like your child is constantly sick can feel like a never-ending cycle. Here’s when to get concerned with repetitive illnesses.
Inside Arendelle: Frozen Dining Adventure on the Disney Wish
Here’s what parents need to know about the new Arendelle: A Frozen Dining Adventure aboard the new Disney Wish cruise ship.
Esports CAN be a career and Esports Players Club in Tampa is here for it
There’s a lot more to esports than just gaming: it’s a growing industry with lucrative career and scholarship opportunities for kids!
What’s so Different About the Pools on the Disney Wish
What’s a Disney Cruise Line vacation without waterslides and pools? Our guide explains what’s different about the Disney Wish pools.
8 Best Places to Fly Nonstop from Tampa with the Kids
Flying nonstop is the preferred way to go when you’re traveling with kids and thankfully, Tampa Airport makes it easy.
Ask the Experts: Pro tips for a safe and FUN summer in Tampa Bay!
Sunshine and pool time; beach days and barbecues: BayCare talks summer safety tips to prevent injury and illness.
A Florida Scalloping Adventure: Dive in with us to see what it’s like!
If you’ve been wondering what it’s like to go scalloping in Florida, come along with us as we take the dive with Plantation on Crystal River!
Best Birthday Ideas for Adults In Tampa
Why should kids have all the birthday fun? We’ve rounded up some great birthday ideas around the Tampa Bay area to celebrate YOU!
Ask the Doctor: The COVID vaccine and your 5 to 11 year-old child
Pfizer’s COVID vaccine has been approved for kids ages 5-11. As the rollout begins, Dr Christina Canody with BayCare answers common questions.
Kids can read to puppies at the Humane Society of Tampa Bay’s Paw for Literacy program!
There are some amazing ways kids can help the animals at the Humane Society, including reading to puppies with the Paws for Literacy program.
Storyland at Glazer Children’s Museum is now on exhibit!
Go on a journey through beloved childhood classics like “Snowy Day”, “Where’s Spot?” and more at Storyland at Glazer Children’s Museum.
Moms to Know: Charlotte Kay Yepsen – Back Off Bands
Charlotte Kay Yepsen created Back Off Bands as a proactive solution to help protect our children from abduction.
Just in Time For Summer…100 Things to Do in Tampa Bay Before You Die
These family favorite, kid-tested 100 things to do in Tampa Bay and more are included in the latest edition of author, Kristen Hare’s book.
NEW ADVENTURES AT MOSI! Get to know MOSI’s New President & CEO: John Graydon Smith
As MOSI looks to the future, a new leader is helping to pave the way. Meet MOSI’s new President and CEO, John Graydon Smith.
How to Talk to Your Kids About Scary Things Like the School Shooting
Johns Hopkins All Childrens expert Dr explains best ways to talk to your kids about scary stuff in the news like school shootings and hurricanes.
Improving Kids’ Oral Hygiene for a Healthy Mouth and Life
Cavities or tooth decay is one of the most common childhood diseases, preventable by prioritizing kids’ oral hygiene from a young age.
Celebrate the Fourth of July with Red, White & Blue Charcuterie Boards
For the Fourth of July I just couldn’t pass up an opportunity to share some patriotic red, white and blue themed charcuterie boards.
Summer is a Time for Reading and Possibilities
The Hillsborough Co. Public Libraries all-ages summer reading program is June 1 – July 31 in the theme of Oceans of Possibilities.Â
Father’s Day Highlight: Life of a Local Dad and Doctor
Jason Smithers, M.D., leads the Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital’s Esophageal and Airway Treatment (EAT) Program.
The Sweetest Donut Shops in Tampa Bay Your Family Has to Try!
We set out to find the best donut shops in Tampa Bay. And boy, did we! But something else happened, too. With every sweet bite, stories began to emerge.
Becoming a Hero for Children: 3 Qualities Early Childhood Educators Must Have
Early childhood educators make a difference in our community. Do you have the qualities of an early educator?
Taming Tumors at St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital in Tampa
St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital creates customized treatment plans using a collaborative and innovative approach to battling brain tumors.
Be Boo-Boo Ready: How to Prepare for Summer Injuries
Common injuries increase during summer break. Planning ahead and prepping your first-aid kit could prevent some of them.
Cool Summer Reading Programs that Make Reading FUN!
We’ve put together a list of some fun ways for your kids to get excited about summer reading no matter what skill level they are.
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The Summer Camp Lunch Box with the @lunchboxmafia
Are you ready to ditch lunchbox duty but just found out that summer camp requires packed lunches? I’m here for you. Hi, I’m Jenny!
How to Get FREE Admission to Florida State Parks with your Library Card
The Real Florida Reader Day Pass will get you free admission to one of Florida’s 175 state parks through September 12, 2022.
3 Reasons Every Child in Florida Needs Swim Lessons
Every child in Florida should take swim lessons. Here are 3 reasons, no matter what part of the state you live in.
How YOU can get involved with Moms Demand Action in Tampa Bay
Families can join Moms Demand Action in Tampa Bay to fight for change so no family has to endure the unimaginable heartbreak of losing a child to gun violence.
3 Ways to Make Summer Memories with Feeding Tampa Bay
Ending hunger is within our reach, but we can’t do it alone. Here are 3 ways you can help families and in need with Feeding Tampa Bay.
How to Ease First Day of Kindergarten Fears with Transitional Activities
Regardless of whether your child attends Florida VPK, you should still consider how to transition them for their new kindergarten adventure.
Okalani Octopus Helps Teach Children Life Lessons in A Colorful Way
St. Pete author, Shelly Augsbury, shares her love of sea life and passion for teaching children with a lovable octopus named Okalani.
Where to Go Zip Lining in Tampa Bay with the Kids
See Tampa Bay in a while new away as you soar through the treetops. We’re sharing our top picks of places to zip lining in Tampa Bay.
Kids to Know: Honoring the life of Tampa teenager, Taylor Koulouris
Every once in a while a child is called to make a big difference in a very short time, because that is all they are given. We remember Taylor for how she lived and learn more about her through her mother, Alexa Parker.
Moms to Know: Diana Blinkhorn of @mrsblinks
You may recognize this mother of beautiful birthday bashes, creative costuming and idyllic ideas: Diana Blinkhorn @mrsblinks
A Parent’s Guide to the NEW Guardians of the Galaxy Ride
Epcot just keeps getting better. The NEW Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind ride is receiving lots of early hype after opening in May 2022. But is it okay for kids? What if you’re prone to motion sickness? Disney invited us to a media preview and we’ve got all you need to know as a…
Hey, mama! Tampa Bay blogger hosts coffee meet ups for moms
Hey, Mama. Let’s Talk. It’s been very therapeutic to host these coffee dates and explore different shops around Tampa Bay.