The average American spends only 5.2% of disposable income on groceries. Yet, residents in up to 97% of U.S. counties struggle to access healthy food. For many, cost and availability are major factors. Depending on type, brand and season, prices may vary. Luckily, the following foods can accommodate any budget at any time: Beans – Beans are a staple in plant-based diets as…
If your kids are returning to school this season, packing lunches is a smart move. It’s good for your budget and it gives you more control over how nutritious the food is. However, there are some things you should know about keeping the food you pack safe for the hours between the first bell and lunchtime. Cold food: Perishable food like…
Becoming a parent is terrifying in general. There are so many things that are scary about bringing a new person into the world, understandably. But despite that fact, countless people become parents each year and have to adjust to living life with a new baby. With that being said, one of the most terrifying things about becoming a parent for…
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…
