Feeding Tampa Bay: Summer Is a Time for Joy, Not Hunger
When school dismisses for summer break, tens of thousands of children in our community lose access to two of their daily meals.
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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.
Helping Your Teen Cope with Stress and Anxiety
Anywhere from 1-10 to 1-13 people suffer from anxiety. Below is helpful advice for parents navigating stress and anxiety with their teens.
New Treatment Gives Hope to Children with Peanut Allergy
Ian became the first patient to undergo Palforzia, the first FDA-approved treatment for peanut allergy in children ages 4-17.
How to play like Blippi in Tampa Bay
Preschool sensation Blippi has made several field trips to Florida, so we’re sharing all of the ways you can PLAY like Blippi in Tampa Bay!
In Studio with ‘Maggie and the Moms’ on WFLA’s Daytime
Every Monday, I assemble a rotating panel of moms from diverse backgrounds and in different stages of parenting for ” Maggie and the Moms “
MOSI Summer Science Camps + 60th Anniversary
With over 90 different science camps to choose from, you’re sure to find the perfect camp to capture your children’s interest all summer.
Ask the Car Seat Expert: 7 Tips to Avoid Leaving Kids in Hot Car
Michelle Pratt, a certified car seat safety tech and founder of Safe in the Seat, is sharing easy ways to avoid the tragic mistake of leaving kids in hot cars.
Drive-In Movie Theaters in Tampa Bay
Our media partners at Tampa Bay Date Night Guide are sharing some awesome local drive-in movie theaters to experience with the family!
What Parents Need to Know About Sunscreen, Sun Safety, and their Kids
Summer is filled with outdoor adventures and trips to the beach and pool, but damage from sun exposure, like sunburn, collects over time.
Florida STAYcation Picks: Our Favorite “Drivecations” to Explore
Tampa happens to be the perfect starting point for a staycation getaway in Florida and we’re sharing some of our favorite destinations for families.
Odyssey of the Mind Inspires Creative Thinking
Part performance, part construction and all problem-solving, Odyssey of the Mind is thriving in the Tampa Bay area.
Growing the Head and the Heart: International Baccalaureate in Elementary School
Did you know, Hillsborough County Public Schools offers the International Baccalaureate Program in several elementary and middle schools?
St. Peter Claver Catholic: 130 years of History and Quality Education
In 1893 Sacred Heart Church bought property in Tampa to establish St. Peter Claver for children of the African American community.
Kids to Know: Emily Araujo of Little Miss Emily
Bright and joyful statement accessories are every little girls’ dream…but a bright and joyful accessories business? Meet Little Miss Emily.
Stay Safe Around the Water this Summer
May is National Water Safety Month, a perfect time to remember that with all the water in Tampa Bay children must know water safety skills.
AirBnb Experiences you definitely want to check out in Tampa Bay!
AirBnb isn’t just for finding a place to stay. They also offer fun and unique experiences that you can do right here in Tampa!
3 Key Benefits Children Find in Early Childhood Education
Early education programs in preschools and family child care homes can help parents prepare their children for kindergarten.
How to Encourage Your Child’s Creativity Through Hobbies
May is National Photography month. Photography continues to be one of the most accessible and popular hobbies for adults and kids alike.
Cyberbullying: A game teaches families how to stay safe online
Now, says the foundation’s program development manager, Laura Marolf, the C.E. Mendez Foundation is taking on a new challenge: cyberbullying.
Appreciating Heart Work: Teacher Appreciation Week 2022
Started in 1984 by the National PTA, May 2-6 is National Teacher Appreciation Week. A time for willingly expressing gratitude to educators.
How A Local Non-Profit is Using Creativity to Boost Brain Development
ELC Pinellas recently celebrated National Crayon Day with a new initiative – the Crayons for Kids Brains Campaign.
Where to go for FREE breastfeeding consultations in Tampa
Champions for Children and BayCare Health have teamed up to open two new clinics to provide free breastfeeding consultations.
10 Fun Crafts to Make from Recycled Materials in Honor of Earth Day!
Earth Day is April 22nd and we’ve rounded up some of our favorite crafts to make using recycled materials!
Meet Elisha Bixler of @howsyourdayhoney, Tampa Bay’s Bee Queen
St. Petersburg mom Elisha Bixler has a sweet job. Her company, How’s Your Day Honey, bloomed from her passion for bees, beekeeping and honey.
Family Fun Tour in Tampa Bay Adds Two Incredible Acts to Its Lineup
Tampa Bay’s Family Fun Tour is back, and this year’s event promises to be even more exciting than ever before. With two new acts added to its already impressive lineup, the Family Fun Tour is a must-see event for families in the Tampa Bay area. The Family Fun Tour is an extravaganza that features a…
Horseback Trail Ride
Horseback Trail Ride Like riding a magic carpet, but with a life of its own, that is what horseback riding felt like to me! Essentially one is on the back of a horse and follows a trail. I saw the other horses in front of me and the ones in the back as I was…
Mary Lee’s House: Child Advocacy and Protection Center Takes on a Role in an Alliance to Protect Families and Children in our Community
Mary Lee’s House: Child Advocacy and Protection Center Takes on a Role in an Alliance to Protect Families and Children in our Community
Kids to Know | Miles Fetherston-Resch, Kids Saving Oceans
Miles Fetherston-Resch is known locally for ocean conservation through his Kids Saving Oceans nonprofit organization.
Ask the Doctor: What to Know About Brain Tumors
Brain tumors are the most common solid tumor affecting children and are treated by a team approach, like at Johns Hopkins All Children’s …
Miles and Mom: A story of love, determination and hope in the face of a grim diagnosis
My journey with Miles started when he was 18 months old. He was diagnosed with SMA, which is a rare neuromuscular condition.
Ways Kids Can Help Save The Earth with Your Public Library
Save the Earth: You can use library resources to find information about protecting the environment & to help with your sustainability goals.
The Wonder of the Tween Years
The space between childhood and adolescence (the tween years) is exhilarating, exhausting and best navigated as a team.
Birdie’s Surprise | Life with Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
The Center for Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital is dedicated solely to the treatment of CDH.
Enjoy the Ride with These Helpful Bike Safety Tips
Receiving a bike and learning to ride it is exciting but can cause parents some anxiety – so here are some bike safety tips to remember.
Moms to Know | Sevi Lagos, Vasilea Kaplanis and Maria McAdams
As April captures the most important holiday on the Greek Orthodox church calendar, it is the perfect time to meet these three moms to know
Hillsborough County Public Schools announces two new high schools
In Hillsborough County Public Schools, our motto is Preparing Students for Life. For many students, that does not always mean college.
How to Celebrate Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary With Your Kids
Learn all the best ways to celebrate Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary with your kids. Read our tips from character experiences to dining.
Design a Perfect Summer with Half-Day Camps
The good news is that it’s possible for families to design their own summer schedule with something for everyone, try half-day summer camps.
Moms to Know: Athens Pellegrino, author of ‘The Military Child Chronicles’
The Tampa mom talks about her children’s books written to help civilian families understand military family life, ‘The Military Child Chronicles’.
Six Reasons to Be Excited About the Artemis Program
Astronauts are heading back to the moon and soon Mars, thanks to NASA’s Artemis Program. Here’s what you and your kids need to know.
The Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival is BACK in 2022
After a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival presented by Visit St Pete Clearwater returns April 8-24.
Frozen’s Jeremy Morse Talks Parenthood While Touring and Gives Us a Glimpse of Frozen the Musical
When Frozen the Musical’s Jeremy Morse isn’t playing the Duke of Weselton on stage, he’s navigating parenthood as a new dad.
Let’s Fly To The Moon: Helping Your Toddler with Problem-Solving
Letting your child discover how to complete a task on his/her own is doing much more than you think and helps with social-emotional learning.
NFL Player Week with Fit and Fun at the Y
The week marked the first time former players have collaborated with the Tampa YMCA for “NFL Player Week with Fit and Fun at the Y”.
COVID: A Corridor to Beginning
Entering March 2022, what have we learned from COVID? What opened because of closures? What previously shuttered parts of life are lit?
Easy Steps to Starting an Herb Garden
There are so many great reasons to start an herb garden. For me, it’s having fresh herbs on hand for everything from meals to medicinal.
For The First Time in Forever! Frozen the Musical Comes to Tampa!
Disney’s Tony-nominated Broadway show, Frozen, comes to The Straz Center March 23-April 3 with stunning scenery and powerhouse performances!
Get Creative! With Your Public Library
The public library is here to support creative development at all ages with events, classes, resources, collaborative spaces, books, etc.
Adventures with ASD: Swinging in the trees at TreeUmph
TreeUmph is a family-friendly obstacle course adventure that consists of many rope bridges, plank walking, rope swinging, wall climbing, and most important of all, ziplining! And all this is done while at 60 feet up in the air! TreeUmph, located in Bradenton, has seven intensity levels for everyone’s preference. I have never tried something like…
Kids to Know | Jordan and Joshua Liburd | JL Fun Colorz
Joshua and Jordan launched JL Fun Colorz, a custom crayon business that offers allergy friendly products that all children can safely enjoy.
Join the Club! The Importance of Finding your Niche in Middle School!
Middle school students are trying to find that place to fit in, so meeting different people and trying new things is important.
Moms to Know | Sara Roman
Sara Roman | University Area Community Development Corporation and iCommunity Multiservices | International Women’s Day is March 8
New WILD Adventures at ZooTampa
ZooTampa ’s Florida Wilds is now open! This new, immersive area features more spacious habitats for native species so they can thrive.
For the love of BLUEBERRIES! Blueberry bread you’ll love!
The blueberry is the perfect berry to incorporate into your summer menu and lucky you—this favorite fruit is in season in Tampa Bay! Related: Where to pick peaches, blueberries, sunflowers and more in Tampa Bay We went straight to the berry experts, our friends Carley and Brooks Boyette of Boyette Family Farms (Carley is also the former co-host…
Healthy lunchboxes for YOU, mama! Jenny P of @lunchboxmafia dishes on ideas!
Give your lunch break a makeover with these delicious and colorful healthy lunchbox ideas from the pro, Jenny P. of LUNCHBOXMAFIA!
The Best Family-Friendly Events this Month in Tampa Bay
There are so many fun things to do in Tampa Bay this month from live shows, festivals, and so much more!
The Best Faith Based Summer Camps in Tampa Bay
We’re sharing a list of our favorite faith based summer camps in Tampa Bay from our 2022 Summer Camp Guide.
Farms | Outdoors | Things to Do | U Pick
Where to Pick Strawberries, Blueberries, Citrus, and MORE!
*Check out our favorite springtime u-pick events in Tampa Bay offering peaches, blueberries, sunflowers and more! March and April are prime time for u-pick around Tampa! From sweet strawberries to fresh veggies, there are plenty of places where you can take advantage of Florida’s early growing season. U-pick can be a fun outing with family…
The Coolest Sleep Away Summer Camp Programs for Tampa Bay Kids
We’re sharing our favorite sleep away summer camps for Tampa Bay kids from our 2022 Summer Camp Guide.