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Summer Toys Your Kids Will Love: For Ages 2-7
Summer means a lot of outside time with the kids. Whether you will be in the backyard, the pool, or on vacation, these are some excellent toys that should help keep the kiddos busy. They are not listed in any specific order and not all of them involve water. Happy summertime mamas! Window Art – This window art kit is super cute and keeps the kids busy for a while. Our kids love seeing their artwork displayed and this makes it extra special. It’s only $12 and comes with everything you need. The age rating is for 6+, but my four year olds, who love art projects have done it…
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2023 Nappie Awards Finals- Thank you!!
Thank you for your votes! We are honored to be a finalist again for “Favorite local website/blog” under the media category in the Nappie award finals. We began our blog to create an online “one stop shop” for moms looking for events and lifestyle resources in our area. Our goal is to continue to create a relatable and helpful site for parents in Mobile, Baldwin County, and all along the Alabama Gulf Coast. You can vote once daily per e-mail starting May 3rd through the 28th at https://www.votenappies.com Log on to votenappies.com, click on the Media category, scroll down to “Favorite Local Website/Blog” and vote for themobmom.com! You can follow…
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10+ Inexpensive Easter Basket Filler Ideas for Little Kids
We love putting together baskets for the kids on Easter but hate filling it with things they will throw away or just too much candy. We got together and found things we thought all the kids would like that would take up more room in the baskets. That way there is less junk, and the basket fills up quicker, leaving the small fillers to a minimum. While we have linked these items on Amazon to make it easier for you, they can be found at many different stores. These are great fillers they will use more than once and probably pretty often. Our kids love getting stuff for the warmer…
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Kid Friendly Cookies: A Mom’s Failed Attempt at Getting Her Kids Involved in the Kitchen
I would like to preface this story with a little about our family dynamic. I am a stay at home mom with a six year old in Kindergarten and four year old triplets in preschool. All boys. I know, I’m outnumbered. However, I have actually had much success with them in the kitchen. They love to help me make muffins and cupcakes, so I thought I could handle letting them help out with some cute Valentine cookies, that I would then write up a cute post on and share with other moms who love to do this type of activity. However, I suppose they just weren’t feeling it, because it…
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Soccer Shots Athletic Program for Kids in Mobile, AL
Soccer Shots is gearing up for their Spring season in Mobile! Introducing your child to the world of sports at a young age is beneficial for you and your child. They will learn important skills and build character by participating in team building exercises. It does not hurt that they will also run off a lot of energy when they are at this busy young age. It allows parents to observe new traits and skill potential about their kids in a hands-on social setting. Soccer is a great sport for younger kids because it is easy to learn and helps improve social communication among peers, not to mention it is…
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Wyndy: Helping Parents Find Reliable Childcare in Mobile
The Wyndy app is expanding to Mobile, Alabama and we could not be more excited! If you are a parent in the area, you know how hard it can be to find reliable childcare, especially when it comes to last-minute babysitting needs. More likely than not, you have found yourself in a situation where your go to sitter was not available and you had no one else to call. We have all been there, but now we hope to never go back to those days. Would you believe us if we told you a qualified babysitter is only a click away? We were skeptical at first too, but we would…
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12 Valentine’s Day Card Themes for Boys Found on Amazon
This holiday is really hard for me as a mom of four boys. All the cute flowers and pastel hearts just don’t speak to me. While my boys fit the dinosaur and shark loving molds, they still wanted to each have their own theme. Four themes is a lot to find, but we found plenty with the help of Amazon. Check out these adorable ideas! As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, which means we receive a commission if you choose to purchase through the links provided at no extra cost to you. Punny Food Kids usually love to talk about food and mine seem to love food…
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Mardi Gras Parade Essentials with Kids
Wondering what to bring to a Mardi Gras parade with kids? Whether you love Mardi Gras or are new to the festivities, these are items that will help you have a great time at the parades with the family. Notice I said parades- plural. These are items of convenience if you plan to stay for more than one parade. For one singular parade, all you really need is a bag to put your throws in and you’re ready! You don’t have to purchase the exact items off of this list, but it will definitely give you an idea on how to prepare. Make sure you have everything you need so…
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Simplifying Your Holiday Cards with Basic Invite
Moms should be given a medal around the holiday season. We prepare meals, shop the best deals, decorate the entire house, go to all the events, wrap every gift, and as if that weren’t enough, we send out Holiday greeting cards to our friends and family. Well, not all moms do ALL of these things, but we personally love sending out Christmas cards every year. It is so fun to look at the different holiday card ideas and designs when searching for the perfect layout for your family’s pictures. Seeing the difference just twelve months can make is a sweet sentiment for parents every holiday season. You may be thinking…
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2022 Tree Lightings in the Mobile & Baldwin County Areas
The holidays are here! Is there any better way to start off the season than with a tree lighting? Below we have listed 8 chances for you and your family to enjoy free Christmas tree lightings in the Mobile County, Baldwin County and surrounding areas. Don’t forget to check out our local events calendar for other holiday festivities in our area! https://themobmom.com/events/ Please be sure to utilize links provided to verify correct times, dates & locations as they are subject to change. We post events as a courtesy to help you plan fun with your family around town, we are not affiliated with any of the events listed. All information…
