Good Stuff for Moms

ChildCareBirmingham.com has many sources of information for our readers. We are proud to Partner with Directors at select Day Cares in Birmingham. Not all Directors can post articles to this section. These Directors share their years of knowledge here in the Good Stuff For Mom's to Know section.

Dawson Weekday Program is closing its doors

Dawson Weekday Program is closing its doors - what are parents doing about it?

Need to save some Money? A list of area consignment sales in this issue!

Mommy, Esquire’s Favorite Birmingham Hotspots….with kids in tow

We found a GREAT new blog to share! www.MommyEsquire.com is written by 2 Birmingham Mommies who graduated from Cumberland Law and are now Mommies! (We all know how becoming a Mommy consumes every part of you!) Now they have a blog and sent me an INCREDIBLE post about things to do in Birmingham with kids in tow! A lot of these ideas are FREE! Thanks, Julie and Kim for the great link and useful information for www.ChildCareBirmingham.com readers! Click here to read this informative post about our Bham! And when you're done, click here to read more posts by these Birmingham moms!

Man! Why didn't I think of that!

Dr. Bloom's Chewable Jewels - Man! Why didn't I think of that!

January 2011 Newsletter

December 2010 Newsletter - Dadgum That's Good!

December Giveaway - Dadgum That's Good!

Dadgum That's Good!
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November Newsletter

Check out our November Newsletter with fun ideas for this weekend!

October Newsletter

Check out our October 2010 newsletter!

Making a fuss versus making a difference

Our Family

ChildCareBirmingham.com
September 7, 2010

An incredibly flattering article by Melanie LeMay about ChildCareBirmingham.com!

Making a fuss versus Making a Difference

When Network member Meredith McLaughlin realized there was no comprehensive resource for day-care in the Birmingham area, she complained and commiserated with her other mom friends. Then she did something about it.
"It took hours of calling...

Safely Heating Your Home

Article by Rusty Prewett
Resource Insurance Group - Allstate Insurance Co.

Are you sure your car seat is totally safe?

Are you sure your car seat is totally safe? It is estimated that 7 out of 10 car seats are installed incorrectly and even more do not have the child restrained properly. If you are unsure, see below for some great tips to ensure your child is as safe as possible and for some great car seat options if you are ready for a new one!

September Newsletter

Check out our September 2010 Newsletter!

August Newsletter

August Newsletter
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The Four Biggest Money Mistakes Working Moms Make

Article by Hybrid Mom

The Four Biggest Money Mistakes Working Moms Make

As a working mom, I have guilt. This often manifests itself as a compulsion to take my kids to “quality events,” like the circus. The day we went was a perfect summer day, but that didn’t stop me from blithely shelling out money to make the kids sit inside in the dark. And, in my defense, they were momentarily riveted when the first trapeze artist swung past.

Ahhh…the great outdoors

New article by Rusty Prewett at Resource Insurance Agency

Ahhh…the great outdoors

Most all of us look forward to enjoying time with friends and family out in the mountains, the park or a nearby lake…
Anyone who has been camping knows that peril abounds and that planning and precautions can definitely improve your experience and your safety.

First, these are the things to look out for:

Choosing Child Care in Alabama: A Parent's Guide

Choosing Child Care in Alabama: A Parent's Guide from the Alabama Department of Human Resources

Birmingham Weekly Calendar by BirminghamMommy.com

What are your kids eating?

What are your Kids Eating? Another great article from Elise Hearn and Shaklee Baby Products! Thanks, Elise!

Birmingham Mommy's Summer Camp Guide:

Birmingham Mommy's Summer Camp Guide:

Shhhhh….. do you hear that? Summer is coming and there is nothing you can do to stop it, but you can use this list to find something for your kiddos to do. You know they are going to be bored by noon on day 2 and the last thing they want to do is hang out with you while you shop for groceries! Check out this guide of the camps going on around Birmingham, hurry, they are filling up and they start soon. Don’t miss out, your sanity might depend on it.

Birmingham Moms seek playgroup for kids

From BirminghamMommy.com:

Birmingham Moms seek playgroup for kids

If you’re new to Birmingham, are a new mom, or new to having more than one child, maybe looking for a local Moms Group would be a great way to branch out and meet other Moms in the area.

Here are a few things to consider when looking for a group for you and the wee-ones.

Bham Botanical Gardens Summer Camps!

Birmingham Botanical Gardens has summer camps!

Shaklee Baby Products

A friend of mine @EliseHearn sells organic baby products and has provided this article for our readers (Thanks, Elise!)