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  1. 4 Free Activities For Kids in Hampton Roads

    A Guest Post Roundup of 4 FREE (Outside!) ideas for family fun in Hampton Roads!

    February 18, 2021
  2. Guest Post: How Do I Know If My Child Has Head Lice?

    Many parents in the Virginia Beach area call and are panicked at the thought that their family may have lice. But…how do you identify lice and their eggs (nits)?

    February 8, 2021
  3. Guest Post: Virtual Tours of Local Nature Spots in Hampton Roads

    Welcoming a guest post from The Nature Bus today that can give us all a little nature break, regardless of the weather or stay at home conditions!

    January 18, 2021
  4. Guest Post: 4 Strategies to Set Your Child Up For Success with Online Learning

    What if there was a way to set up your child’s home learning space in a way that would reduce clutter, promote independence, and help with time-management?

    September 3, 2020
  5. Guest Post: EXPLORE YOUR LOCAL NATURAL AREAS

    A Local list of favorite parks and natural areas of Hampton Roads/Coastal VA.

    August 15, 2020
  6. Guest Post: 5 Easy Ways for Kids to get 60 Minutes of Exercise a Day

    It can be hard to fit 60 minutes of exercise into your child’s busy schedule. This list gives some fun and easy ways to get your kids moving throughout the day!

    May 2, 2020
  7. Guest Post: Toilet Paper Roll Art Projects

    Camille Donne of Art Teacher 2 Go and Peninsula Fine Arts Center has a timely craft idea for you!

    March 27, 2020
  8. Guest Post: Crafting with Virginia MOCA!

    Virginia MOCA Guest Post Craft – New Waves Exhibit

    March 18, 2020
  9. Beach City Con 2018 (Steven Universe Fan Convention)

    The Crystal Gems are coming to Virginia Beach with the Beach City Con, a Steven Universe-themed convention set for October 12-14, 2018.

    September 12, 2018
  10. Guest Post: MOCA’s Silly Snow Globes!

    The perfect snowy day craft – silly snow globes!

    January 3, 2018
  11. Guest Post: 5 Benefits of Learning To Sail

    Sailing is more than just a hobby, it is a competitive Olympic sport that requires muscle strength, endurance/agility, cardiovascular fitness, mental wellness, relaxation, concentration and communication. Sailing can lead to getting your child into getting into college, sailing around the world and more!

    April 17, 2017
  12. Guest Review: Virginia Stage Company presents The Wiz

    The high-energy musical The Wiz opens Friday at the Wells Theatre.

    April 13, 2017
  13. Guest Post: Six Ways to Get Your 6th Grader Reading

    If you haven’t heard yet, there’s a literacy problem in our community. So how do we make sure our kids are enjoying reading? Here are 6 ways to make reading and reading comprehension fun!

    February 16, 2017
  14. Guest Post: Making After School Conversations Count

    Summer break is almost over and school will be back in session in no time! Check out these tips for making those after school conversations count as the kids transition back to school.

    September 4, 2016
  15. Guest Post: 5 Easy Steps to Pack Heathy Kids Lunches – Overcoming the Lunch Dilemma

    What if your child has declared “no more sandwiches!” or you as a parent want to start introducing your child to a wider variety of foods to promote long term healthy habits. What do you pack?

    May 3, 2016
  16. Guest Post: 8 Tips For Staying Safe from Mosquitos

    What can you do about these buzzing pests to make sure your yard is a safe place? You can start by making sure mosquitoes don’t have places to breed. These tips will help you battle the bloodthirsty pests flying around your yard.

    April 26, 2016
  17. Guest Post: Let’s Think About Protecting Kids’ Eyes From The Sun

    As parents, we naturally want what is best for our children. Every parent wants to be proactive in their child’s health and do whatever they can to protect and promote optimal health as that child grows.

    March 24, 2016
  18. Guest Post: Dear New Mother….

    Write this on your heart, on your mirror, or tuck it away for when you need it most….

    October 19, 2015
  19. Guest Post: Amblyopia (“Lazy Eye”) in Kids: 5 Potential Warning Signs

    The term “lazy eye” can carry some confusion. Some people use “lazy eye” to refer to the constant turning or wandering of one eye on its own. Within eye care, this is called a strabismus. However, “lazy eye” more accurately refers to an eye that is weak and doesn’t see well–even with glasses. The medical name for this is amblyopia.

    September 28, 2015
  20. DIY With Kids: Make Your Own Terrarium

    An easy, fun, summer DIY activity or party idea for you and your children.

    August 25, 2015
  21. Guest Post: Not Just A Bump On The Head. Understanding Concussions.

    From the sidelines, any bump or tumble your children take on their fields of play, whether football, field hockey or lacrosse, makes you shudder. No mom wants her child to get hurt.

    August 5, 2015
  22. Guest Post: Setting Kids Up for Success – Creating a Prepared Environment at Home

    Providing children with a home environment that is adapted to their size and capabilities will help them in their innate search for independence.

    June 16, 2015
  23. Guest Post: Mommy’s Holiday Travel Survival Guide

    Mommy’s Holiday Travel Survival Guide By Tamra Andress, Owner, Modern Maternity We are officially in the thick of the holiday season (Christmas and New Years are days away)! I’m sure other moms can relate when I explain…

    December 24, 2014
  24. Guest Post: A Visit To Dickens’ Christmas Towne

    Discover the magic in this review of Dickens’ Christmas Towne!

    November 25, 2014
  25. Guest Post: 5 Tips for Saving Money on School Supplies in Hampton Roads

    Laura Oliver lives in Chesapeake, VA with her cat Bella. She helps her readers save big at www.afrugalchick.com In 2013 the average American household spent $577 on Back to School Items on an elementary school student.…

    July 30, 2014