Tina Smithers Peckham
Raising Lifelong Readers: Get Your Kids Hooked on Books
From the second we're faced with that positive pregnancy test, we often find ourselves inundated with the importance of reading — reading to your...
Celebrate 904 Day in Jax: Local Spots to Eat, Drink, Shop & Explore
Our fair (and oh-so-bold) city is encouraging local residents to celebrate 904 Day in the biggest way possible. For those new to the 904...
Set Sail on Your Dream Date Night (or Moms’ Morning Out!)
The demands of mom life (and let's be real, life in general) can make it tough to fit in those much-needed moments of self-care....
Viral Tweet Sparks Debate: If Your Kid Makes a Mess in Public, Who Cleans...
It's a question that's been asked the world over: If your child makes a mess in a public space, who is responsible for cleaning...
The Outlet I Didn’t Know I (Desperately) Needed
Facts: I was painfully shy and awkward when I joined my high school dance team in 1996 — but I loved losing myself in...
Florida Prepaid: Made For Your Child’s Ever-Changing Big Dreams
My children's future aspirations are constantly changing. My oldest child once wanted to be a firefighter, and now at the oh-so-wise age of 6,...
No More Loafing Around: Tips for Living a (Sustainable!) Gluten-Free Lifestyle
Let's talk gluten! Literally millions of Americans suffer from gluten sensitivity, which can result in digestive symptoms and overall discomfort. But going gluten-free doesn't...
What to Expect When You’re ‘High Risk’ (and Expecting)
In general, pregnancy can be fraught with worry and anxiety — from labor and delivery concerns to ensuring that you have everything prepared and...
Unfortunate Son: The Price He Paid for Vietnam
“But… what happened over there?” It was 1994, and we had just finished watching the feel-good flick Forrest Gump. My father had to wipe...
How to Make the Hottest Fall/Winter Fashion Trends Work For You
Stuck in a style rut? Welcome to mom life (for most of us), where athleisure reigns supreme and maxi dresses are oft reserved for...
5 Signs Your Child May Need Speech Therapy
Your baby's first word is often one of the most anticipated milestones for a parent. What on earth will they say... and when will...
One (or Two!) In a Million: ‘Rare’ Twins Born With Down Syndrome
Savannah Combs knew her adorable twin girls — born in May 2021 — were something special, but she didn't quite know just how precious...
















