We’re giving away a copy of The Rookie Moms Handbook. This book is awesome.  Almost (or equally) as awesome as the site – www.rookiemoms.com. The book is packed with 250 activities to do with (and without!) your child and is a true favorite for moms everywhere. This book not only makes a...

There are some excellent resources in our city if you’re looking for something  a little different than ballet or tap classes.  Here are a few of our recommendations.  Please add your own in the comments – we’d love for you offer your own ideas to our readers! Samford University...

One of my favorite things to do during the holidays is bake for my friends and family.  But, I should let you in on a little secret – I’m not that great of a baker!  But, I have managed to conquer a few recipes that make wonderful gifts for those you cherish.  Here are a few tried &...

Don’t throw those wrapping paper scraps away.  We repeat: Don’t throw them away! You can make a really sweet holiday decoration from them that the kids will not only love to make, but will love to display.  Like last weeks “Simple Salt Dough Ornaments“, we’re trying to...

Need last minute hostess gift ideas for that awesome party you’re attending in 2 hours?  Never fear!  We’re betting that local spots like Indie Candy in Crestline Village, Collier’s Nursery in Vestavia,  Fun Stuff in Vestavia & Wrapsody in Hoover at Patton Creek will all have...

by Amanda from The Mom Job Two weeks ago, Conner (my “4.5″ year old, if you ask him) came home from preschool with one, bright green rubber band around his arm. It was the first thing he showed me when I picked him up, and it was the only thing he talked about all the way home. I’m...

After careful input of all entries, random.org gave us the #3 – if you don’t count Jamie’s comments – so…… #3 is Britt Taylor! Congrats Britt! Thanks to everyone who entered!

We’re very pleased to welcome a new contributor to the BirminghamMommy team – Amanda from The Mom Job.  You’ll be able to read more from her here very soon.  In the meantime, we want to share something really terrific that she’s doing over at her blog. On Monday, December 14,...

*Contest is closed.  Thanks to everyone who entered! Winner announced shortly* Oh so sweet.  Oh so soft.  Oh such a great way to cover those legs and change those diapers with ease! We’re giving away two sets of “My 1st babylegs” to a lucky BirminghamMommy reader!  One set in “Blush”...

by Trisha Gilbert There are many things you can do to help prevent illnesses, such as H1N1 (Swine Flu), in your family. Most of these do not cost anything and are things you can do everyday. Before all else, if you are sick, please stay home! Yes, times are tough for many, but please think of the...