2022 was a great year for Birmingham Mom Collective! Thanks to you, our readers, we were able to reach more moms than ever before. So, we’d like to revisit the blog posts that resonated with you the most over this last year.
Our Top 10 Guides
10. The Ultimate Guide to Fall Events in Birmingham
9. The Ultimate Guide to Birmingham Private Schools and Childcare Programs
8. The Ultimate Guide to Birmingham Parks and Playgrounds
7. Top Family-Friendly Restaurants in Birmingham
6. Ultimate Family Guide to the 2022 World Games
5. The Ultimate Guide to Birmingham Photographers
4. 2022 Guide to Birmingham Summer Camps
3. 2022 Guide to Birmingham Birthday Parties
2. The Ultimate Guide to Birmingham Pumpkin Patches
1. Ultimate Guide to Birmingham Christmas Lights
Our Top 10 Contributor Posts
#10- Grandpa’s Guide to Burgers :: Over the Mountain Edition
“Every week my dad meets with the ROMEOs – Retired Old Men Eating Out. (I have also been told this has been claimed by ‘Retired Old Methodists Eating Out.’) They gather for breakfast at the same place at same time each week and solve the world’s problems. They also have been on a self-appointed quest to find the best burger in Birmingham, and they have covered a lot of ground, at least south of the city.”
[Read Chris’s post here.]
#9- Taking Back Control Of My Home :: My Adult Chore Chart
“It got to the point that I couldn’t remember the last time I truly cleaned the bathrooms, mopped the floors, or dusted. After two more children joined our family, it was all I could do to keep dishes and laundry done, much less accomplish any type of deep cleaning. I knew something needed to change, but I didn’t know where to start.”
[Read Leigh’s post here.]
#8- The False Bravado of a Mom with No Hair
“I could probably save myself a mountain of heartache if I stayed home more or rocked a head scarf sometimes, but hiding what’s hurting sends the wrong message to my very impressionable littles. It would send the wrong messages to yours, too, because there’s beauty to be had in being given the chance to love people who are hurting. There’s importance in knowing there are people out there that covet our prayers and our acceptance and our encouragement. We are out here shaping empathetic hearts, are we not? The next generation that will one day have to take care of one another?”
[Read Haley’s post here.]
#7- Sno-balls in the Magic City :: In & Around Birmingham
“Sno-balls have their origin in New Orleans, Louisiana. According to Visit New Orleans , a sno-ball is ‘fluffy shaved ice flavored with sweet syrups topped or stuffed with a number of mix-ins and add-ons.’ Sno-balls are available seasonally during the warmest months of the year. Thankfully, we have a number of local spots to patronize for a taste of sno-balls authentic to the Crescent City. I invite you to pack your crew for a family outing to find these cool treats on a hot day.
[Read Marquita’s post here.]
#6- Experience Huntsville, Alabama :: Quick Getaways from Birmingham
“Huntsville is packed with fun activities that your kids will enjoy. Whether you are into historic sites and walking tours or educational programs and farm animals, you’ll find something to entertain children of all ages.”
[Read Cherith’s post here.]
#5- From a Mom Who “Used to be Hot”
“So the fact that I’m here is way more important than being hot. I wish more women could have the perspective you get with being sick without actually being sick. Because since I was diagnosed, not a lot else matters besides making sure I’m doing everything in my power to be here for said husband and tiny human fan club.
[Read Haley’s post here.]
#4- A Mom’s Guide to Alabama Adventure
“The Alabama Splash Adventure owners—Dan Koch and his 90 year old mother (I know–wow!), Pat, aka ‘the General’—have 60-plus years of experience in the water park and amusement park industry. When they purchased Alabama Splash Adventure in recent years, they renovated, renewed, and re-visioned this theme park from the ground up, and their work ethic can be seen in the park each day.”
[Read Julie’s post here.]
#3- Christmas in Birmingham :: Holiday Traditions and Must Dos!
“The Magic City is nothing short of magical during the holiday season. Communities, businesses, churches, store fronts, and more, go out of their way to make this city and its surrounding areas shine so brightly during the most wonderful time of the year.”
[Read Hannah’s post here.]
#2- A Mom’s Guide to Dollywood
“My family just got back from our second trip to Dollywood, and we had a BLAST! It was such a sweet trip, and I learned EVEN MORE about the do’s and don’ts of this very special theme park in the Great Smoky Mountains.”
[Read Julie’s post here.]
#1- Great Date Ideas :: In & Around Birmingham
“Parenting is a full-time job that requires lots of time and attention from mom and dad. Couples need date nights to nurture their relationship, but since parents usually have minimal “free time,” the first thing that gets chopped from the to-do list is date night. So, I’ve made a list of great date ideas in Birmingham that you can refer to when planning your next date night.”
[Read Cherith’s post here.]
This is just a small sampling of what our team has done this year! We had some wonderful content, and we truly hope you enjoyed it.
