My husband and I recently took our seven-month-old son to Oklahoma to meet some of his extended family. I was incredibly nervous about flying with him and had visions of my husband pacing the aisle with our wailing baby....
There are so many great places for a family to take a vacation near Birmingham, Alabama. Amazing cities await just within a short drive of our city. Here are the 8 best road trips from Birmingham...
1. Atlanta
Atlanta, Georgia is...
My little family loves to travel. Recently, we took a short trip to Atlanta. Here are a few family-friendly tips for the big city of Atlanta.
Children’s Museum of Atlanta
The Children’s Museum of Atlanta is great for toddlers to elementary age...
For those who feel a bit safer to travel domestically, Walt Disney World in Orlando, FL reopened to guests in July 2020, after being closed for a couple of months due to Covid. If you plan to visit Disney...
When we shopped for our minivan, we specifically chose one without a DVD player. Neither my husband nor I have anti-screen opinions or judgments towards those who use them. Simply put, it was the cheaper option, and we figured...
The city of Montgomery, Alabama's capital, is a short drive away from Birmingham. Because of its proximity, it makes a wonderful choice for a day trip with the family! Montgomery offers a lot of history, fun activities, and great...
Two years ago, I wrote a post about vacationing with kids. At that time, I had two girls, ages two and almost one. My husband and I loaded up the rental SUV and made the 10-hour trek to South...
Something for everyone
If you are looking for a family getaway that includes great views, water, hiking, and fun activities for everyone, look no further than a quick 1.5-hour drive to Lake Martin! We spent the week of Spring Break...
Birmingham and the surrounding area is a great place to enjoy the outdoors. Oak Mountain State Park is one of our best local attractions for families. It is just a short drive south of Birmingham just off of I-65. It...
My family just got back from our fourth trip to Dollywood, and we had a BLAST! It was such a sweet trip during Spring Break, and I learned EVEN MORE about the do's and don'ts of this very special...
In + Around Birmingham
One Easy Tip for Sustainability :: Thrift Stores in Birmingham
Summer is approaching and lots of us are looking for ways to improve ourselves and our family. For many of us that includes taking...
