We are diving into summer this year with a ton of activities and checking items off our summer bucket list. Ice cream and smores are always on our list of things to enjoy during the hot days of summer. We have great news for families that want to enjoy a sweet cool and creamy treat but avoid dairy, or are…
Dust off your grill and grab your swimsuits, because the lazy days of summer are here! The Seattle Children’s Research Institute found that almost 50% of preschool-aged children do not spend even just one session of outdoor play each day. Outdoor play is linked to better mental and physical health, so now is the time to make it happen!…
One of the best things to do during a Michigan summer is to head out to your favorite lake and relax on the shore, ride around in a boat or cool off with a swim. So which watering hole should you head to? Don’t just consider the more famous ones like Torch Lake, Lake Fenton and Lake Michigan (the third-largest…
Defy Detroit is an amazing 35,000 sq ft indoor air sports arena with trampolines, foam pits, parkour, and a ninja course. Great for all ages.
Are you looking for some fun summer ideas? We have a lot of free and low-cost summer ideas in Metro Detroit to fill your summer days. over 50 spray parks, splash pads, waterparks, and outdoor pools listed: https://metrodetroitmommy.com/metro-detroit-michigan-splash-pads/ My Top Picks: Heritage Park in Farmington Hills Pop Jet Fountains at Partridge Creek in Clinton Township Clay Township Splash Pad…
The United States has more cars than any other country in the world, at 300 million. That being said, the roads can be a dangerous place for drivers, pedestrians, bikers, and cyclers alike. If you own a bicycle or motorcycle and want to stay safe on the roads this summer, it’s as easy as following some smart yet simple safety tips.…
Sometimes we can’t make it to the beach and we want to bring the summer water fun to our backyard. Here are some fun summer water toy ideas. This post contains Amazon affiliate links. When you purchase items through the links on this page, you will be supporting Metro Detroit Mommy. Yeslike Splash and Spray Ball, 30in-Diameter Inflatable Sprinkler Water Ball…
Around the end of May for the past few years, we sit down as a family and make a list of all of the places to visit and the things we want to do during summer vacation. Sometimes we get to everything on our list and sometimes we don’t, but it sure is fun to try! Here is our top…
I had the opportunity to ask Forensic Meteorologist Mark McGinnis some questions about severe weather and how to be prepared. He has some great tips, and while some may seem like common sense, they are all great reminders of how to be prepared for when severe weather hits: 1. Get a NOAA weather radio with a battery backup. 2. Get a…
Tucked inside an Allen Park neighborhood is a newly remodeled park that makes a great pitstop for children of any age. Millward Park is located at 10401 Park Ave Allen Park, MI. The best route to enter the park is two blocks north on Crescent Street, which runs right into the park’s gravel parking lots which is much more convenient…
