Jennifer Steiger
Native Floridian right here. The beach is her happy place. Jennifer met my amazing husband while in college at North Carolina State University (Go Wolfpack!) They have two little girls and she stays home with them. The Steigers are huge Disney World fans and decided to become annual pass holders. Additionally, Jennifer owns two businesses, is a proud Mombassador for #JacksonvilleMom and coaches gymnastics at the YMCA. She is passionate about meeting new Moms and helping them connect with our amazing #JacksonvilleMom community.
Adventures in Backyard Camping
Being bored with young kids at home can be pretty miserable. They do not want to play with their toys. They are not interested in watching TV. And now they are whining, "Mommy, what...
Special Disney World Perks for Florida Residents
Going to Walt Disney World feels like a right of passage as a Floridian. And lucky for us, Jacksonville is just under three hours' drive from “The Most Magical Place On Earth.” To thank...
Why You Should Shop Local on Small Business Saturday
They say that small businesses are the backbone of America. A whopping 99 percent of businesses in America are considered "small" with less than 500 employees. And how many of those are owned by...
Be Cyber Smart: How to Protect Your Child Online
When I was a child, the internet did not exist. My baby photos, school projects, and family vacations were not available for public consumption. And this was a good thing for me. I sometimes...
Not Every Baby Leaves the Hospital: A Mother’s Grief
As a young, first-time mother, Crystal imagined a bright future for her baby girl. She dreamed of reading books to her, singing special made-up songs to her, taking her to the river where she...
Anxiety Near the Water: The Day My Daughter Almost Drowned
In an instant my life had paused. Everything I saw around me was happening in slow motion. I can see frame by frame the towels, toys, the pool, the faces of the parents standing...
A Beginner’s Guide to All Things ‘Star Wars’
"Fear is the path to the dark side. Fear leads to anger... anger leads to hate... hate leads to suffering.” –Yoda
This quote rings true no matter what crisis, movement, or era. The story of...
How to Use the Disney Dining Plan to Save Money
"This much I know. If you are what you eat, then I only wanna eat the good stuff." –Ratatouille
You are on vacation. Forget the diets and enjoy your time off in the Happiest Place...