Wouldn’t it be wonderful if you could curate the perfect Instagram feed? You could say goodbye to those Instagram accounts that turn you into a green-eyed monster or those that make you feel like you aren’t good enough. With all the time we spend on social media, we should do whatever we can to make
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8 Summer Getaways Near Atlanta Perfect for Families
Moms know that family vacations are a bit of a myth. You don’t go on vacation when you have little ones. You go on a trip (and then you need a vacation after). That’s why I prefer to go on weekend getaways near Atlanta. By keeping trips within driving distance of Atlanta, I can pack
Insights from SitterTree’s Winter 2020 Family and Sitter Survey
Spoiler: 2020 has been rough on families. But there have been a few bright spots.
Virtual Learning Assistants: For Kids (and Moms) struggling with online school.
Facebook Mom group feeds are filled with posts and comments regarding the next big decision for parents: to send kids back to school or keep them at home for virtual schooling this fall. The decision is agonizing. Moms (and kids) long for some semblance of normalcy while weighing serious health decisions about safety. To further
The Mom-Plate is Full
In the week since Fulton, Dekalb, Gwinnett, and Cobb County schools announced they would start the year virtually, Atlanta Facebook mom groups surged with private tutor requests—at top dollar rates— and threads on how to grapple with mounting anxiety. After hearing about the closures, one mom lamented: ‘I had to go for a run and
Child Care During COVID.
What happens when your child catches a cold? Is there child care for sick children? Schools and daycares have ramped up safety — including extra precautions when it comes to run-of-the-mill sick policies. Thus, when your kid gets the sniffles, you’re faced with a daunting challenge of finding alternative child care. “If I had a dime
Need to Go Back to Work . . . But What About the Kids?
With schools, parks, and recreational facilities closed, your role of provider or home maker has been expanded to include teacher, gym coach, cafeteria lady, and—sadly—classmate. The mental and physical energy required to balance work and home has increased exponentially.
Read how you can relieve some of the stress and get back to work.
Atlanta’s Top 10 Babysitters—2019/2020
SitterTree’s 2019/2020 Top 10 Sitters! These exceptional women have completed a combined total of 1,943 babysitting jobs and cumulatively earned over $88K.
Quarantine or Motherhood
MOMS, THIS IS OUR TIME. Don’t look back months from now and realize we didn’t take advantage of getting to know our children better while normal activities have slowed down.
Meal Time – Talking Tips
No matter how you are feeding your baby, meal time is a great time to talk, because your baby is especially focused on you. Talk with your baby and describe foods and sensations they experience. Conversation Starters for Meal Time “Are you feeling hungry? Let’s get you into your chair so you can eat. I’m