There are so many health and wellness actions to take as we start the 2020-21 school year in Michigan. We’ve compiled a few top priorities to keep top of mind. Avoid Disease Transmission Have an age-appropriate conversation with students about how to prevent diseases from spreading: Always wear a face covering and make sure it covers both your nose and…
Colder weather is right around the corner, and chances are you’ve already started to worry about your car’s maintenance schedule. It’s important to keep your family car oiled and updated to prevent expensive repairs and unexpected breakdowns. But keeping your family car up-to-date with its maintenance schedule can be expensive on its own, too. According to AAA, it costs $8,469…
It’s no easy task to find a job as a working parent. Not only do you need a job that offers a good work-life balance but also offers great benefits for you and your family. Fortunately, up to 68% of HR professionals say they have difficulty recruiting for full-time positions, so there’s plenty of demand out there for your skills.…
Find more that 30 Metro Detroit Splash Pads, Spray Parks and outdoor pools on our blog. Originally published 7/1/14. The Southfield Sports Arena is located on the grounds of the Southfield Municipal Complex (on Evergreen between 10 mile and I696). The arena is a multi-use complex with a regulation NHL ice surface and an Olympic-sized outdoor swimming pool. In addition…
Metro Detroit Mommy received free services in exchange for this promotional post. All opinions are genuine and my own. This week I am 27 weeks along. I have reached the ideal window for getting a 3D/4D ultrasound and decided to try out the services offered by Baby Envision in Troy. Baby Envision in Troy is on the South side of…
Yesterday we had the opportunity to visit a great new play space in Troy called Under the Sea Playground. This indoor play space is located on the northwest corner of Maple and Livernois, just north of Mc Donalds. Under the Sea Playground opened it’s doors just a month ago, and I have to tell you that we are so happy…
November is upon us and the holidays are fast approaching. No matter which holidays you might participate in, food is often a large part of your celebration. As a caregiver of children, it is sometimes difficult to ensure my children are eating healthy. I remember when my son was a toddler: He would not eat on a regular schedule and…
Waldenburg Park is located at 19225 21 Mile Road, just east of Romeo Plank in Macomb. The park stretches across 17 acres of land and includes a playscape with swings, slides and a jungle gym as well as picnic pavilions, a basketball court, two sand volleyball courts and a walking trail. I love that there are restrooms right next to…
Macomb Corners Park, which is located on 25 Mile Road {19449 25 Mile Rd, Macomb, MI 48042(586) 992-2900}, sits on 94 acres in Macomb Township. This park features a playscape, picnic pavilion, concession stand (with restroom), a one mile walking path and much more. The park is open daily from dawn to dusk from April 15 to the first snowfall. The kids enjoyed playing…
Yesterday we finally visited the indoor Aquatic Center in Troy courtesy of the Troy Community Center. The girls had a wonderful time. The Troy Community Center is located at 3179 Livernois, just north of Big Beaver, just minutes from I-75. The building is home to an indoor pool, Rainbow Preschool, gymnasium, fitness center, childcare room, four studios (for dancing…
Last week a friend and I revisited the Rochester Hills Public Library. We really enjoyed our time there. They offer so much in their children’s section, beyond the ROWS and ROWS of books. The puppet theater was well stocked with tons of puppets to spark creativity and dramatic play. Want to listen to a book on tape? Train…
AR Workshop in Northville is a brand new DIY boutique that offers hands-on classes to create charming unique home decor, wood signs, chalkboard projects, metal projects, canvas pillows and more. AR Workshop offers a wide range of projects on various mediums that are stylish and classic while being on-trend. The company AR (Anders Ruff) Workshop began in 2010 and was…
We are so excited to share that on March 20, 2020, Oakland County Parks and Recreation announced that they will be waiving admission to many of their day-use parks. This is a great way for families to get out, enjoy nature and still stay safe. Read the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Response to Covid-19. *** Please note that the…
The Academy of Warren will undergo significant renovations to 35 classrooms and five acres of outdoor spaces.
When it comes time to complete home maintenance and home improvement projects, eco-friendliness can seem like the last thing on your mind. Fortunately, it’s possible to complete home maintenance and improvement projects that offer better functionality and an eco-friendliness factor. Here are a few good projects to help you get started. Downsize Your Workspace With many of us working from…
