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Pride Fatherhood
This essay was shared by writer Jason Prokowiew, and first appeared on Cognoscenti, WBUR's ideas and opinion section. My husband, Dave, tells a story of his high school bullies littering his front lawn in the dark of night with the remnants of Friday night...
Family-Friendly Farmers Markets in South Atlanta
Dive into the vibrant world of South Atlanta’s family-friendly farmers’ markets, where fresh produce, engaging activities, and a sense of community come together to create a delightful experience for the whole family.
Taylor Swift: 8 Reasons Why Moms Are Obsessed with the Eras Tour
Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour is, officially, breaking records left and right. Besides selling 2.4 million tickets on one day of presale, estimates are being made that the Grammy winner may have ticket sales topping $1 billion when all is said and done. Even as Harry...
Fancy Lady Chicken Salad
Chicken salad makes a lovely make-ahead lunch served in lettuce cups, with crackers or on toast, but in warmer weather it also makes a great no-cook dinner. This version from The Local Moms Network food contributors Habitual Hostess can be made with rotisserie chicken...
Meet a Mom: CEO & Veteran Tisha Ayers
Tisha Ayers is a United States Air Force Veteran, a founder and CEO, and a wife and mom of two. After serving almost 9 year of Active Duty, she finished her MBA and launched Cashmere Moon, a sustainable, clean and nourishing beauty and body care company....
Where to Find Free Summer Meals for Kids in and Around South Atlanta
Ensuring Kids Stay Fed and Happy Throughout the Summer in South Atlanta
Roasted Summer Squash
Recipes that are so simple they get committed to memory are a great #momhack. Especially in summer, getting a few healthy weeknight recipes onto the weekly rotation (particularly if they include seasonal produce) can help make meal-planning a snap. Below, Jo,...
Moms Are #MORETHANENOUGH
This story was contributed by psychologist and contributor Reon Baird-Feldman, PhD. #MoreThanEnough is a message of hope campaigned by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) for May’s Mental Health Awareness Month, but we want to make it a mantra for Moms all...
2023 June Guide
This guide was created to place everything that you need locally for the month of June in one place to give South Atlanta moms the gift of time.
Lyme Disease: What Parents Should Know
Doctors from the CDC and Boston Children’s Hospital share their best advice on Lyme.
Summer Recipe Round-Up
Summer is around the corner and the seasonal shortlist of recipes below will take you from Memorial Day to Labor Day. From potlucks to backyard barbecues, there's something for everyone. Most include fresh, colorful and in-season produce, are simple to double or...
Ultimate Guide to Free Summer Reading Programs 2023
Want to keep your kids reading over the summer? How about joining a free summer reading program? My daughter loved the freebies so we often participated in several of the reading programs which helped prevent summer slide. Here are all your summer reading...
Meet a Mom: Tammin Sursok
Tammin Sursok with her family This week’s Meet a Mom interview is with Tammin Sursok, an actress best known for her role in Pretty Little Liars, as well as for ad campaigns with Pepsi and L'Oreal. Recently, her podcast, Women on Top, has helped her gain millions of...
Perimenopause: What to Expect & How a Specialized Psychiatrist Can Help
Until recently, perimenopause had a reputation of being something that was only of concern to “older” ladies. Think: gray-haired grannies playing bridge. In fact, perimenopause, the transitional period where hormones begin to fluctuate, causing symptoms like irregular...
Super Moist Glazed Lemon Yogurt Cake
This recipe was shared by our food contributor, Kathleen "Kat" Ashmore. Follow her on Instagram and TikTok! This lemon cake is sweet enough to be kid-friendly, but sophisticated enough to be perfect for any Spring and Summer entertaining. It works from brunch to...
Meet A Mom: Ariel Shaw
Here at South Atlanta Moms, we are on a mission to find and highlight the amazing moms who are making a difference in their communities. Allow us to introduce you to this week’s Meet A Mom, Ariel Shaw. Ariel's passion for assisting women in business and the...
How to Prepare Your Child for Sleepaway Camp
From packing to emotional prep, tips from a top camp expert.
How to Use Affirmations to Boost Your Child’s Positive Inner Voice
Ever been told you’re your own worst critic? It happens to all of us. It’s likely a habit we learned long ago… and one we should do our best to break for our children, according to psychologist and The Local Moms Network contributor Niro Feliciano. “If you’re...
Graduation Letter: To This Year’s High School Graduates
Dear Class of 2023, Congratulations on reaching this important milestone in your academic journey! Graduating from high school is a significant achievement, and we commend you for all of the hard work and dedication that you have put into your education so far. As you...
8 Last Minute Things To Do in South Atlanta To Celebrate Mom
Mother's Day is a special day to celebrate the amazing women in our lives who have raised us, supported us, and loved us unconditionally. But if you're one of those people who has left planning until the last minute, don't worry! There are still plenty of ways...