By Kate Agliata: A few months I met up with a new friend over a cup of coffee. While getting to know one another better we soon realized many commonalities, namely a passion for educating others about the benefits of green living. She was excited to learn about my writing A Mother’s Shade...

Most women expect pregnancy and childbirth to be times of great happiness and joy, but as many as 60 to 80 percent of women may have bouts of depression or “baby blues”  during the first year after giving birth. These feelings may be caused by a number of factors including a sudden drop of...

By Harmony Hobbs: I have a confession to make. Sometimes, I think that my life would drastically improve if my legs didn’t rub together so much when I walk. Or if I had a housekeeper. And a perpetual tan. So if I happen to interact with someone who doesn’t have to clean her own home, and is also...

“Walk a little slower, Daddy,” said a little child so small. “I’m following in your footsteps and I don’t want to fall. Sometimes your steps are very fast, sometimes they’re hard to see; So walk a little slower Daddy, for you are leading me. Someday when I’m...

As mothers, we know how hard it can be, how overwhelming, and how scary. A time that should be the greatest joy of your life can sometimes become very hard, even debilitating. We have come to know a charity that focuses on improving and saving lives by increasing awareness of all perinatal mood disorders,...

Photo by: Deklofenak - Istockphoto Summer time is a great time to incorporate some Family Fun nights into your routine. The kids are staying up a little later and Mom and/or Dad may be able to swing getting home from work a little early to help kick things off. Here are some ideas on how you can make...

By Kate Agliata: In the wake of several fights spiraling into a near riot-like situation this past Monday at Alabama Adventure, many Birmingham area parents are now thinking twice about visiting the area’s largest water and theme park. Alabama Adventure Park officials indicate Monday’s $10...

Summer camps are starting.  If this is your first time sending your child to a sleep away camp, you’re probably understandably nervous.  Or maybe you’re on the fence and you’re just not sure if they’re ready yet.  Here are 5 ways to prepare and decide if they’re ready: Give your child...

Hollywood moms seem to bounce back much faster than the rest of us after having a baby.  With the easy access to top trainers, diets, and plastic surgery, it isn’t a surprise that they are back to pre-baby body in no time.  For the rest of us, we work hard to lose the extra weight and gain some semblance...

By Kate Agliata: Summer is Here—Stay Indoors? Yikes, Birmingham Air Quality Ranks Among Worst in Country! Stop what you’re doing for just a few seconds to inhale deeply—just humor me, if you will! Okay, you can exhale. If you are indoors, you are probably able to to take that deep breath and...