The Father Question: A Lesbian Parent’s Answer
You might think that because our family is made up of two moms and a child that we are a little touchy about Father’s Day, but that just isn’t the case for us. My wife and I both have fathers we love, and we wish for all fathers to be honored on Father’s Day. We […]
I Am a “Hybrid” Mom
What does that even mean, you ask? To me, it means that I don’t fit into any of those tidy little mom boxes or labels like stay-at-home mom, working mom, etc. Just like a hybrid car operates on both gasoline and battery power, I operate on a both/and mentality. I stay at home with my […]
5 Things about 5 Kids
A little list about things I hear, and things I think about having 5 kids! Yes, they’re all mine. You would not believe the number of times that my husband and/or I get this question when we are alone with all 5 kids in public. Heck, we get this question just being with the 3 younger kids, […]
Hey Empty Nesters, Stop Saying my Feelings aren’t Valid
I’ve been a parent now for almost eight years. So I have received eight years of (mostly unsolicited) parenting advice. You know what I’m talking about. The “nice” old ladies in the grocery store that tell you your baby needs a hat when it’s less than 60 degrees outside. (I’m sure the walk from the […]
Tales from the Dealership :: A Mom on a Mission
As a society, there are so many aspects of the consumer experience that have progressed with time. Think about it: Kroger and Target have services that bring your order to your car. Car washes now have the ability to scan your license plate and automatically use your monthly membership. Thanks to apps like UberEATS and […]
Hanging With Heroes :: Event Announcement
The Memphis Moms Blog is excited to announce our next signature event: our 1st annual Hanging With Heroes! SATURDAY, AUGUST 4, 2018 10:00am – 1:00pm Grace St. Luke’s School 1772 Peabody Avenue | Midtown Hanging With Heroes is a unique event geared towards the entire family! Come mingle and hang out with Super-hero characters side by […]
My Cup of Tea:: Our June Nonprofit of the Month
“Memphis surpassed Salt Lake City this year to rank as the most generous metropolitan area in the United States, giving almost $6 of every $100 earned to philanthropy. With this in mind, the Memphis Moms Blog wants to feature a local Nonprofit every month. There are so many amazing organizations in our city dedicated to looking out […]
Meet Transfor{M}ama :: The Newest Mom Space in Midtown
Thank you to Transfor{M}ama for partnering with Memphis Moms Blog and serving ALL the moms of Memphis. All opinions are 100% my own.What is Transfor{M}ama? Transfor{M}ama is the ultimate mixed-use-space for moms. The Work and Play Studio is an area of networking, collaboration, and support for local mothers. It is located at 2256 Central Avenue […]
Body Back at Transfor{M}ama :: Our Next Brunch and Burn Event!
Thank you to Transfor{M}ama for partnering with Memphis Moms Blog and serving the moms of Memphis. All opinions are 100% my own.I first noticed it when I was blow-drying my hair one day earlier this year. It wasn’t quite Michelle Obama-level, but there was unquestionably some definition to my arms. As someone who has never […]
MMB’s 4th of July Independence Day Guide {2018}
The 4th of July will be here before you know it! But don’t worry, because Memphis (and the surrounding areas) has a ton of ways to celebrate America’s Independence Day! From neighborhood parades to huge firework extravaganzas, Memphis Moms Blog has everything for you and your family to do! Thursday, June 28 Patriotic Pops Levitt […]