Polk County Sheriff’s FREE Women’s Self Defense & Personal Safety Class
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office offers opportunities for women to learn how to defend themselves through a FREE Personal Safety and Women’s Basic Self Defense Class.
Motherhood + Parenting
Date Night Guide for Lakeland + Polk County
Whether you’re planning a date night, day date, special evening out, or just have a free evening without the kids, we’re here to help with local date night ideas.
Florida Families Receive $450 Checks as part of the “Hope Florida – A Pathway to Prosperity” Initiative
On July 19, 2022, Florida parents began receiving checks of $450 per child and a letter from Governor Ron DeSantis in the mail. Information is limited but the checks are intended for foster and adoptive families and single parents in Florida.
Hurricane Preparedness Guide – Tips for Hurricane Season in Florida
Another year, another hurricane season here in Florida. Hope for the best and prepare for the worst is our motto! Read our huge list of tips to prepare your house for a possible hurricane, plus links to get updates during hurricane season in Polk County.
Sales Tax Savings for Florida Parents – No Sales Tax on Diapers, Children’s Books, Clothing, Shoes, School Uniforms
New parents and families with young children will benefit from sales tax exemptions this year. Parents in Florida will save on diapers, shoes, and clothing for babies and toddlers with no sales tax from July 2022 – June 2023.
15+ Teacher Appreciation Week Ideas – Gifts and Free Ways to Say THANKS
Say THANK YOU during Teacher Appreciation Week with this great list of gifts teachers will love. Includes FREE ways to thank a teacher, plus a list of do’s and don’ts when it comes to giving gifts and showing teachers how much you appreciate them!
10 Great Ways to Meet Mom Friends in the Lakeland Area
Making mom friends is intimidating. And hard. And often outside our comfort zone. But we all need friends through this journey of motherhood, so we are here to help with list of local places where moms congregate and your newest mom friend might be waiting.
The Best Barbershops + Salons for Kids Haircuts {including Baby’s First Haircut!}
Looking for the best place for a kids’ haircut? Or maybe it is time for your baby’s first haircut and you want to make it special?? See a list of local barbershops and salons recommended by local moms.
Happiness Boosters and Sanity Savers for Moms
We always hear the sayings “take care of yourself first” and “make self-care a priority.” Boost your happiness and save your sanity with these things to do in 15 minutes or less that can make you a happier mom.
A Letter To the Introverted Mom During the Summer
Introverted moms, this one is for you. Self-awareness and a little planning helped this introverted mom make the most of our summer days.