The kids are headed back to school and it’s time to begin early bedtime routines, homework, and sports activities. We have a few suggestions on how to make this transition easier as it can be difficult to change routines such as sleeping in, going to the pool and hanging with friends. A suggestion is to…
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Back to School Checklist to Help Keep us Organized
With school just around the corner, most moms feel some mixture of dread and anticipation. None of us want summer to be over, but then again the kids are bored of the pool, bored of television, bored of each other, and you have run out of things to keep them occupied. So now we are…
Helpful Hints to a Happy Halloween
Halloween is a time of year most children look forward to long before it arrives. Kids can hardly contain their excitement as they decide on a costume and look forward to Trick-or-Treating. Here are some quick reminders to help ensure you and your children have a safe, fun Halloween! Halloween 2020 may look very different…
Ways Parents Can Help Relieve Test Anxiety
School is back in session which for many students means another year of tests, lots of homework and juggling extracurricular activities. It is very common for students to have test anxiety and as parents, there are ways to help relieve them of their worry. Some children have test anxiety because they have a fear of…
8 Ways to Stay Close to Teenagers
Teenagers can be tough to understand and parent! Having a teen in the house has made me realize even more so that every stage of life a person goes through brings new challenges. Teens have to navigate school, puberty, friends, social media and us ~ I feel that our job as parents is to do…
Sleep-Away Camp – Is Your Child Ready and Tips to Help Prepare Them for Camp
AlpharettaMoms.Org has put together a few ways to tell if your child is ready for sleep away camp and if so, tips to help prepare them. Your child’s first experience away from home is a major milestone and we all want to make sure it is a good experience. Sleep away camp can help your…
While You’re Watching Your Child’s Activity ~ Your Child is Also Watching You
The fall sports season is upon us and many of us will be registering our child/ren for soccer, lacrosse, volleyball, football, cheer, etc. Sports can be a great way to learn something new, release pent up energy, get exercise and to be with/make new friends. Most parents love to watch their child participate in an…
Alpharetta Christian Academy is The Right Choice
Alpharetta Christian Academy educates children in a safe, caring, and loving environment. ACA actively teaches children to give back to the community in an age appropriate manner. Fall 2014, ACA went beyond its typical service project to hold 3 fundraisers to help others in need. Children age three and up rode their bicycles and scooters…
Summer Safety Tips by CHOA
Now that kids are out of school and everyone is headed outdoors to enjoy the weather, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is passing along Summer Safety Tips to promote water, play, sun and skin, heat and fireworks safety. “Unintentional Injuries are the leading cause of death in children ages 1 to 14,” said James Fortenberry, M.D.,…
Keep your Children’s Reading Skills Fresh this Summer
In between swimming at the pool, vacation, playdates and all the fun summer activities we have planned for our families how do we fit in time for them to read? Studies show that achievement loss can be prevented if children keep up their reading skills over the summer. Here are some ideas on ways to…
Upcoming Consignment Sales Around and About Alpharetta
It’s that time of year to either get your little one’s clothes ready for consignment or mark your calendars for the sales to purchase gently used clothes/toys for your kids. Many sales are cash or check only and no strollers. Click on the link if available to take you to their website for more information….
Bringing a Smile to the Kids at CHOA
AlpharettaMoms.Org was at “The Zone” today for a fun Valentine and Football themed event! On Thursday, February 4, we brought Valentine crafts for the kids to decorate and it was a fun day had by all! AlpharettaMoms volunteers always enjoy helping lift the spirits of children in the hospital (thank you Nathalia!). Whatever the reason…
Craft Ideas for Valentine’s Day with the Kiddos
Valentine’s Day is all about love, friendship and an opportunity to do fun things with the kids! There are so many ways to make Valentine’s Day special with the family that mostly require your time and a little construction paper! AlpharettaMoms.Org offers suggestions from outdoor activities to baking and crafts. Go Outdoors: Take a family…
Advantages of Exposing Your Children to Art
Children are like sponges and absorb so much information from their environment and what they are exposed to. In my opinion, the more a child is surrounded by music, painting, drawing and theatre the more it enriches their life and helps them to grow and mature. Research suggests that children from birth to age 3…
Parental Review of “Into the Woods” by Southern Outdoor Cinema
AlpharettaMoms.Org’s partner, Southern Outdoor Cinema, provides us with movie reviews on select movies for our readers. The Disney Studios film Into the Woods is rated PG. It contains fantasy peril and action, thematic elements, and suggestive material. The cast with Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt, James Corden, and Chris Pine is directed by Rob Marshall. This…