This post is written in partnership with As You Are. We knew she was different. We know our daughter is awesome, quirky, unique, creative and beautiful. Others could see it too. Even at a couple of months old, we would hear, “She’s so alert!”  She doesn’t miss a thing! She’s so open and  friendly!”  Many […] The post As You Are: Virtual Autism Screenings appeared first on Tampa Bay Moms ..read more

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  Are you looking for additional information for hurricane preparedness in Tampa Bay? Check out these articles :: Lessons from a (Nearly) Native Florida Gal for Dealing with Hurricane Season 4 Things to Do Now to Prepare for Hurricane Season Hate Frantic Hurricane Supply Shopping? Always Buy These Items in Bulk The post A Mom’s Guide to Hurricane Ian in Tampa Bay appeared first on Tampa Bay Moms ..read more

Sometimes, the last thing you want to do after a long day of work, is make a meal for yourself, let alone the whole family. We’re here to help! Here are 5 easy weeknight recipes that can be whipped up in no time. Stop spending evenings sweating over a stove and spend more time enjoying […] The post 5 fast and family friendly recipes for easier weeknights appeared first on Tampa Bay Moms ..read more

You may have just dusted off your glasses to read this, but have you ever thought about your children’s eye care? Tuesday August 23, TBM partnered with Florida Society of Ophthalmology (FSO) and the For Eye Care Institute to bring you an info session all about, you guessed it, eye care! In our discussion, we […] The post ICYMI: The Optha-huh? Learning how to protect your kiddos’ eyes appeared first on Tampa Bay Moms ..read more

Don’t be a couch potato- here’s 6 exciting and inexpensive things to do in Tampa this weekend! Get more events like these every week in your inbox by subscribing to our newsletter today! Friday, August 26th  Free Lacrosse Clinic- Suncoast Lacrosse Friday August 26th @ 9:00 a.m-5 p.m  Land O’Lakes Heritage Park 5401 Land O’Lakes […] The post ‘Mom I’m Bored!’-What to do with the family this weekend appeared first on Tampa Bay Moms ..read more

In today’s world, allowing kids to be themselves seems to be a topic that’s constantly discussed. I’ve always been open about my kids being their true selves. My first blog post on this topic was several years ago. Fast forward to today and I still have these feelings. Self-expression can take on many forms. My […] The post Why My Elementary-Aged Kids are Allowed to Dye Their Hair appeared first on Tampa Bay Moms ..read more

We were all babies once. On a journey as unpredictable as life, each person has at one point been a diaper donning dingus. So why is it common practice to treat these tots any differently than we treat our peers? Sure, you can’t expect to head to a bar or work a 9-to-5 with them. […] The post Positive discipline strategies that work appeared first on Tampa Bay Moms ..read more

Moms, it’s almost here! SCHOOL! No need to fight over composition notebooks in the Target™️ aisle though- we’ve got your comprehensive tampa bay back to school guide ready. Not only are we hooking you up with all the info you need (start dates, supply lists, etc.) but we have a list of all the back […] The post Tampa Bay Back to School Guide appeared first on Tampa Bay Moms ..read more

We've partnered with Responsival to bring you this post!You could buy a lot of things for $267,000. A decent house, a few cars, a boat, hell maybe even a horse if that’s your cup of tea. Or, you could raise a child for 18 years.  According to U.S News and World Report, the cost of […] The post 5 financial tips all parents should know appeared first on Tampa Bay Moms ..read more