2018 Ultimate Guide to Summer in Tampa Bay; including St. Petersburg, Clearwater and Pasco County

This post is written in partnership with As You Are. We knew she was different. We know our daughter is awesome, quirky, unique, creative and beautiful. Others could see it too. Even at a couple of months old, we would hear, “She’s so alert!”  She doesn’t miss a thing! She’s so open and  friendly!”  Many […]

Dress the kids to impress in their costumes and join us October 8th from 10am to 1pm at the Brandon Park and Rec Center for our annual Fall Spooktacular!  You and your family can Trick or Treat with our favorite partners and friends, create fall themed crafts, play seasonal-themed games, jump for seasonal joy in [...]

If you're new to Florida, the threat of a major hurricane can be overwhelming and scary. With Tampa Bay area schools closing and kids at home, finding information and resources, staying up to date on the storms potential track and making preparations around the home is a lot to juggle. To make it easier, we [...]

Sometimes, the last thing you want to do after a long day of work, is make a meal for yourself, let alone the whole family. We’re here to help! Here are 5 easy weeknight recipes that can be whipped up in no time. Stop spending evenings sweating over a stove and spend more time enjoying […]

You may have just dusted off your glasses to read this, but have you ever thought about your children’s eye care? Tuesday August 23, TBM partnered with Florida Society of Ophthalmology (FSO) and the For Eye Care Institute to bring you an info session all about, you guessed it, eye care! In our discussion, we […]

Don’t be a couch potato- here’s 6 exciting and inexpensive things to do in Tampa this weekend! Get more events like these every week in your inbox by subscribing to our newsletter today! Friday, August 26th  Free Lacrosse Clinic- Suncoast Lacrosse Friday August 26th @ 9:00 a.m-5 p.m  Land O’Lakes Heritage Park 5401 Land O’Lakes […]

In today’s world, allowing kids to be themselves seems to be a topic that’s constantly discussed. I’ve always been open about my kids being their true selves. My first blog post on this topic was several years ago. Fast forward to today and I still have these feelings. Self-expression can take on many forms. My […]

We were all babies once. On a journey as unpredictable as life, each person has at one point been a diaper donning dingus. So why is it common practice to treat these tots any differently than we treat our peers? Sure, you can’t expect to head to a bar or work a 9-to-5 with them. […]

Moms, it’s almost here! SCHOOL! No need to fight over composition notebooks in the Target™️ aisle though- we’ve got your comprehensive tampa bay back to school guide ready. Not only are we hooking you up with all the info you need (start dates, supply lists, etc.) but we have a list of all the back […]

We’ve partnered with Responsival to bring you this post!You could buy a lot of things for $267,000. A decent house, a few cars, a boat, hell maybe even a horse if that’s your cup of tea. Or, you could raise a child for 18 years.  According to U.S News and World Report, the cost of […]

This post is written in partnership with As You Are. We knew she was different. We know our daughter is awesome, quirky, unique, creative and beautiful. Others could see it too. Even at a couple of months old, we would hear, “She’s so alert!”  She doesn’t miss a thing! She’s so open and  friendly!”  Many […]

Dress the kids to impress in their costumes and join us October 8th from 10am to 1pm at the Brandon Park and Rec Center for our annual Fall Spooktacular!  You and your family can Trick or Treat with our favorite partners and friends, create fall themed crafts, play seasonal-themed games, jump for seasonal joy in [...]

If you're new to Florida, the threat of a major hurricane can be overwhelming and scary. With Tampa Bay area schools closing and kids at home, finding information and resources, staying up to date on the storms potential track and making preparations around the home is a lot to juggle. To make it easier, we [...]

Sometimes, the last thing you want to do after a long day of work, is make a meal for yourself, let alone the whole family. We’re here to help! Here are 5 easy weeknight recipes that can be whipped up in no time. Stop spending evenings sweating over a stove and spend more time enjoying […]

You may have just dusted off your glasses to read this, but have you ever thought about your children’s eye care? Tuesday August 23, TBM partnered with Florida Society of Ophthalmology (FSO) and the For Eye Care Institute to bring you an info session all about, you guessed it, eye care! In our discussion, we […]

Don’t be a couch potato- here’s 6 exciting and inexpensive things to do in Tampa this weekend! Get more events like these every week in your inbox by subscribing to our newsletter today! Friday, August 26th  Free Lacrosse Clinic- Suncoast Lacrosse Friday August 26th @ 9:00 a.m-5 p.m  Land O’Lakes Heritage Park 5401 Land O’Lakes […]

In today’s world, allowing kids to be themselves seems to be a topic that’s constantly discussed. I’ve always been open about my kids being their true selves. My first blog post on this topic was several years ago. Fast forward to today and I still have these feelings. Self-expression can take on many forms. My […]

We were all babies once. On a journey as unpredictable as life, each person has at one point been a diaper donning dingus. So why is it common practice to treat these tots any differently than we treat our peers? Sure, you can’t expect to head to a bar or work a 9-to-5 with them. […]

Moms, it’s almost here! SCHOOL! No need to fight over composition notebooks in the Target™️ aisle though- we’ve got your comprehensive tampa bay back to school guide ready. Not only are we hooking you up with all the info you need (start dates, supply lists, etc.) but we have a list of all the back […]

We’ve partnered with Responsival to bring you this post!You could buy a lot of things for $267,000. A decent house, a few cars, a boat, hell maybe even a horse if that’s your cup of tea. Or, you could raise a child for 18 years.  According to U.S News and World Report, the cost of […]

This post is written in partnership with As You Are. We knew she was different. We know our daughter is awesome, quirky, unique, creative and beautiful. Others could see it too. Even at a couple of months old, we would hear, “She’s so alert!”  She doesn’t miss a thing! She’s so open and  friendly!”  Many […]

Dress the kids to impress in their costumes and join us October 8th from 10am to 1pm at the Brandon Park and Rec Center for our annual Fall Spooktacular!  You and your family can Trick or Treat with our favorite partners and friends, create fall themed crafts, play seasonal-themed games, jump for seasonal joy in [...]

If you're new to Florida, the threat of a major hurricane can be overwhelming and scary. With Tampa Bay area schools closing and kids at home, finding information and resources, staying up to date on the storms potential track and making preparations around the home is a lot to juggle. To make it easier, we [...]

Sometimes, the last thing you want to do after a long day of work, is make a meal for yourself, let alone the whole family. We’re here to help! Here are 5 easy weeknight recipes that can be whipped up in no time. Stop spending evenings sweating over a stove and spend more time enjoying […]

You may have just dusted off your glasses to read this, but have you ever thought about your children’s eye care? Tuesday August 23, TBM partnered with Florida Society of Ophthalmology (FSO) and the For Eye Care Institute to bring you an info session all about, you guessed it, eye care! In our discussion, we […]

Don’t be a couch potato- here’s 6 exciting and inexpensive things to do in Tampa this weekend! Get more events like these every week in your inbox by subscribing to our newsletter today! Friday, August 26th  Free Lacrosse Clinic- Suncoast Lacrosse Friday August 26th @ 9:00 a.m-5 p.m  Land O’Lakes Heritage Park 5401 Land O’Lakes […]

In today’s world, allowing kids to be themselves seems to be a topic that’s constantly discussed. I’ve always been open about my kids being their true selves. My first blog post on this topic was several years ago. Fast forward to today and I still have these feelings. Self-expression can take on many forms. My […]

We were all babies once. On a journey as unpredictable as life, each person has at one point been a diaper donning dingus. So why is it common practice to treat these tots any differently than we treat our peers? Sure, you can’t expect to head to a bar or work a 9-to-5 with them. […]

Moms, it’s almost here! SCHOOL! No need to fight over composition notebooks in the Target™️ aisle though- we’ve got your comprehensive tampa bay back to school guide ready. Not only are we hooking you up with all the info you need (start dates, supply lists, etc.) but we have a list of all the back […]

We’ve partnered with Responsival to bring you this post!You could buy a lot of things for $267,000. A decent house, a few cars, a boat, hell maybe even a horse if that’s your cup of tea. Or, you could raise a child for 18 years.  According to U.S News and World Report, the cost of […]

This post is written in partnership with As You Are. We knew she was different. We know our daughter is awesome, quirky, unique, creative and beautiful. Others could see it too. Even at a couple of months old, we would hear, “She’s so alert!”  She doesn’t miss a thing! She’s so open and  friendly!”  Many […]

Dress the kids to impress in their costumes and join us October 8th from 10am to 1pm at the Brandon Park and Rec Center for our annual Fall Spooktacular!  You and your family can Trick or Treat with our favorite partners and friends, create fall themed crafts, play seasonal-themed games, jump for seasonal joy in [...]

If you're new to Florida, the threat of a major hurricane can be overwhelming and scary. With Tampa Bay area schools closing and kids at home, finding information and resources, staying up to date on the storms potential track and making preparations around the home is a lot to juggle. To make it easier, we [...]

Sometimes, the last thing you want to do after a long day of work, is make a meal for yourself, let alone the whole family. We’re here to help! Here are 5 easy weeknight recipes that can be whipped up in no time. Stop spending evenings sweating over a stove and spend more time enjoying […]

You may have just dusted off your glasses to read this, but have you ever thought about your children’s eye care? Tuesday August 23, TBM partnered with Florida Society of Ophthalmology (FSO) and the For Eye Care Institute to bring you an info session all about, you guessed it, eye care! In our discussion, we […]

Don’t be a couch potato- here’s 6 exciting and inexpensive things to do in Tampa this weekend! Get more events like these every week in your inbox by subscribing to our newsletter today! Friday, August 26th  Free Lacrosse Clinic- Suncoast Lacrosse Friday August 26th @ 9:00 a.m-5 p.m  Land O’Lakes Heritage Park 5401 Land O’Lakes […]

In today’s world, allowing kids to be themselves seems to be a topic that’s constantly discussed. I’ve always been open about my kids being their true selves. My first blog post on this topic was several years ago. Fast forward to today and I still have these feelings. Self-expression can take on many forms. My […]

We were all babies once. On a journey as unpredictable as life, each person has at one point been a diaper donning dingus. So why is it common practice to treat these tots any differently than we treat our peers? Sure, you can’t expect to head to a bar or work a 9-to-5 with them. […]

Moms, it’s almost here! SCHOOL! No need to fight over composition notebooks in the Target™️ aisle though- we’ve got your comprehensive tampa bay back to school guide ready. Not only are we hooking you up with all the info you need (start dates, supply lists, etc.) but we have a list of all the back […]

We’ve partnered with Responsival to bring you this post!You could buy a lot of things for $267,000. A decent house, a few cars, a boat, hell maybe even a horse if that’s your cup of tea. Or, you could raise a child for 18 years.  According to U.S News and World Report, the cost of […]

This post is written in partnership with As You Are. We knew she was different. We know our daughter is awesome, quirky, unique, creative and beautiful. Others could see it too. Even at a couple of months old, we would hear, “She’s so alert!”  She doesn’t miss a thing! She’s so open and  friendly!”  Many […]

Dress the kids to impress in their costumes and join us October 8th from 10am to 1pm at the Brandon Park and Rec Center for our annual Fall Spooktacular!  You and your family can Trick or Treat with our favorite partners and friends, create fall themed crafts, play seasonal-themed games, jump for seasonal joy in [...]

If you're new to Florida, the threat of a major hurricane can be overwhelming and scary. With Tampa Bay area schools closing and kids at home, finding information and resources, staying up to date on the storms potential track and making preparations around the home is a lot to juggle. To make it easier, we [...]

Sometimes, the last thing you want to do after a long day of work, is make a meal for yourself, let alone the whole family. We’re here to help! Here are 5 easy weeknight recipes that can be whipped up in no time. Stop spending evenings sweating over a stove and spend more time enjoying […]

You may have just dusted off your glasses to read this, but have you ever thought about your children’s eye care? Tuesday August 23, TBM partnered with Florida Society of Ophthalmology (FSO) and the For Eye Care Institute to bring you an info session all about, you guessed it, eye care! In our discussion, we […]

Don’t be a couch potato- here’s 6 exciting and inexpensive things to do in Tampa this weekend! Get more events like these every week in your inbox by subscribing to our newsletter today! Friday, August 26th  Free Lacrosse Clinic- Suncoast Lacrosse Friday August 26th @ 9:00 a.m-5 p.m  Land O’Lakes Heritage Park 5401 Land O’Lakes […]

In today’s world, allowing kids to be themselves seems to be a topic that’s constantly discussed. I’ve always been open about my kids being their true selves. My first blog post on this topic was several years ago. Fast forward to today and I still have these feelings. Self-expression can take on many forms. My […]

We were all babies once. On a journey as unpredictable as life, each person has at one point been a diaper donning dingus. So why is it common practice to treat these tots any differently than we treat our peers? Sure, you can’t expect to head to a bar or work a 9-to-5 with them. […]

Moms, it’s almost here! SCHOOL! No need to fight over composition notebooks in the Target™️ aisle though- we’ve got your comprehensive tampa bay back to school guide ready. Not only are we hooking you up with all the info you need (start dates, supply lists, etc.) but we have a list of all the back […]

We’ve partnered with Responsival to bring you this post!You could buy a lot of things for $267,000. A decent house, a few cars, a boat, hell maybe even a horse if that’s your cup of tea. Or, you could raise a child for 18 years.  According to U.S News and World Report, the cost of […]

TBM’s guide to patriotic parties all across the bay This Monday, fireworks, barbeques, and sticky, sugary, blue and red covered kids will be popping up across the country. This circus of patriotism and community gathering marks the next celebration of our country’s independence. If you’re still looking for a way to celebrate, look no further! […]

Thank you Instaswim USA for partnering with Tampa Bay Moms to share important water safety tips and InstaSwim’s water safety services to help keep our local families safe this summer!Swim and water safety classes can be this summer’s best investment! Lakes, pools, oceans, ponds, rivers… are you cooling down yet? Water is an essential part […]

It’s the most wonderful time of the… Oh, wait, sorry, that’s Christmas. And honestly, May is actually not the most wonderful time of the year, at least not here in Florida. Why? Because with May comes the end of the school year and the beginning of the extreme Florida heat I know we all love […]

My kids started at a new school last year and I was terrified of making friends. I’m loud, I cuss a lot, my kids have issues that make it hard to just get up and go places. So obviously I was very reserved and guarded. I assumed I’d be friendless forever. I was very wrong. […]

Meet the Breeds is coming to the Tampa Convention Center this weekend, Saturday and Sunday April 23rd & 24th @ 10am – 4pm.  We’re teaming up with The American Kennel Club to give our readers a chance to win a family 4 pack of tickets to the show! Meet The Breeds is a two-day canine […]

Easter weekend is here! The kids are out of school and there is so much to celebrate. From Easter egg hunts to Easter brunch, there are so many exciting Easter weekend events in Tampa Bay! We’ve rounded up our top family-friendly picks to help your family make the most of this weekend! Tampa’s Downtown Eggsploration […]

I’m blind to the nicked walls, faded paint, and dated furniture in my house. I have three kids, so my eyes are busy spotting the unsigned permission slip, the wet towel on the hardwood floor, the spilled cereal, i.e., the top-ranking mess or I should say task at that moment. But when warmer temps hit, […]

New to Tampa? Join TBM and After Hours Pediatrics Urgent Care over on our Facebook page on May 3rd to learn how Florida’s climate, seasons and even the weather can affect your families health! Dr. Romig, Medical Director of After Hours Pediatrics will be covering topics like sun safety, seasonal allergies and pediatric conditions to […]

Tampa Bay Moms has teamed up with Duke Energy Center for the Arts – Mahaffey Theater to giveaway a Family 4 Pack of Tickets to DANIEL TIGER’S NEIGHBORHOOD LIVE! April 15th @ 6pm. Submit your information below for your chance to win!! Daniel Tiger and all his friends from the beloved Emmy® Award-winning PBS KIDS […]

Despite this being the busiest leg of The #IMOMSOHARD tour with Jacksonville last night, Orlando tonight and Tampa tomorrow evening, Jen and Kristin were generous enough to sit down and chat with us yesterday. We talked about The #IMOMSOHARD Getaway Tour, juggling family and even hit on every mom’s favorite topic right now: Encanto!!!  Did […]

This post is written in partnership with As You Are. We knew she was different. We know our daughter is awesome, quirky, unique, creative and beautiful. Others could see it too. Even at a couple of months old, we would hear, “She’s so alert!”  She doesn’t miss a thing! She’s so open and  friendly!”  Many […]

Dress the kids to impress in their costumes and join us October 8th from 10am to 1pm at the Brandon Park and Rec Center for our annual Fall Spooktacular!  You and your family can Trick or Treat with our favorite partners and friends, create fall themed crafts, play seasonal-themed games, jump for seasonal joy in [...]

If you're new to Florida, the threat of a major hurricane can be overwhelming and scary. With Tampa Bay area schools closing and kids at home, finding information and resources, staying up to date on the storms potential track and making preparations around the home is a lot to juggle. To make it easier, we [...]

Sometimes, the last thing you want to do after a long day of work, is make a meal for yourself, let alone the whole family. We’re here to help! Here are 5 easy weeknight recipes that can be whipped up in no time. Stop spending evenings sweating over a stove and spend more time enjoying […]

You may have just dusted off your glasses to read this, but have you ever thought about your children’s eye care? Tuesday August 23, TBM partnered with Florida Society of Ophthalmology (FSO) and the For Eye Care Institute to bring you an info session all about, you guessed it, eye care! In our discussion, we […]

Don’t be a couch potato- here’s 6 exciting and inexpensive things to do in Tampa this weekend! Get more events like these every week in your inbox by subscribing to our newsletter today! Friday, August 26th  Free Lacrosse Clinic- Suncoast Lacrosse Friday August 26th @ 9:00 a.m-5 p.m  Land O’Lakes Heritage Park 5401 Land O’Lakes […]

In today’s world, allowing kids to be themselves seems to be a topic that’s constantly discussed. I’ve always been open about my kids being their true selves. My first blog post on this topic was several years ago. Fast forward to today and I still have these feelings. Self-expression can take on many forms. My […]

We were all babies once. On a journey as unpredictable as life, each person has at one point been a diaper donning dingus. So why is it common practice to treat these tots any differently than we treat our peers? Sure, you can’t expect to head to a bar or work a 9-to-5 with them. […]

Moms, it’s almost here! SCHOOL! No need to fight over composition notebooks in the Target™️ aisle though- we’ve got your comprehensive tampa bay back to school guide ready. Not only are we hooking you up with all the info you need (start dates, supply lists, etc.) but we have a list of all the back […]

We’ve partnered with Responsival to bring you this post!You could buy a lot of things for $267,000. A decent house, a few cars, a boat, hell maybe even a horse if that’s your cup of tea. Or, you could raise a child for 18 years.  According to U.S News and World Report, the cost of […]

This post is written in partnership with As You Are. We knew she was different. We know our daughter is awesome, quirky, unique, creative and beautiful. Others could see it too. Even at a couple of months old, we would hear, “She’s so alert!”  She doesn’t miss a thing! She’s so open and  friendly!”  Many […]

Dress the kids to impress in their costumes and join us October 8th from 10am to 1pm at the Brandon Park and Rec Center for our annual Fall Spooktacular!  You and your family can Trick or Treat with our favorite partners and friends, create fall themed crafts, play seasonal-themed games, jump for seasonal joy in [...]

If you're new to Florida, the threat of a major hurricane can be overwhelming and scary. With Tampa Bay area schools closing and kids at home, finding information and resources, staying up to date on the storms potential track and making preparations around the home is a lot to juggle. To make it easier, we [...]

Sometimes, the last thing you want to do after a long day of work, is make a meal for yourself, let alone the whole family. We’re here to help! Here are 5 easy weeknight recipes that can be whipped up in no time. Stop spending evenings sweating over a stove and spend more time enjoying […]

You may have just dusted off your glasses to read this, but have you ever thought about your children’s eye care? Tuesday August 23, TBM partnered with Florida Society of Ophthalmology (FSO) and the For Eye Care Institute to bring you an info session all about, you guessed it, eye care! In our discussion, we […]

Don’t be a couch potato- here’s 6 exciting and inexpensive things to do in Tampa this weekend! Get more events like these every week in your inbox by subscribing to our newsletter today! Friday, August 26th  Free Lacrosse Clinic- Suncoast Lacrosse Friday August 26th @ 9:00 a.m-5 p.m  Land O’Lakes Heritage Park 5401 Land O’Lakes […]

In today’s world, allowing kids to be themselves seems to be a topic that’s constantly discussed. I’ve always been open about my kids being their true selves. My first blog post on this topic was several years ago. Fast forward to today and I still have these feelings. Self-expression can take on many forms. My […]

We were all babies once. On a journey as unpredictable as life, each person has at one point been a diaper donning dingus. So why is it common practice to treat these tots any differently than we treat our peers? Sure, you can’t expect to head to a bar or work a 9-to-5 with them. […]

Moms, it’s almost here! SCHOOL! No need to fight over composition notebooks in the Target™️ aisle though- we’ve got your comprehensive tampa bay back to school guide ready. Not only are we hooking you up with all the info you need (start dates, supply lists, etc.) but we have a list of all the back […]

We’ve partnered with Responsival to bring you this post!You could buy a lot of things for $267,000. A decent house, a few cars, a boat, hell maybe even a horse if that’s your cup of tea. Or, you could raise a child for 18 years.  According to U.S News and World Report, the cost of […]

This post is written in partnership with As You Are. We knew she was different. We know our daughter is awesome, quirky, unique, creative and beautiful. Others could see it too. Even at a couple of months old, we would hear, “She’s so alert!”  She doesn’t miss a thing! She’s so open and  friendly!”  Many […]

Dress the kids to impress in their costumes and join us October 8th from 10am to 1pm at the Brandon Park and Rec Center for our annual Fall Spooktacular!  You and your family can Trick or Treat with our favorite partners and friends, create fall themed crafts, play seasonal-themed games, jump for seasonal joy in [...]

If you're new to Florida, the threat of a major hurricane can be overwhelming and scary. With Tampa Bay area schools closing and kids at home, finding information and resources, staying up to date on the storms potential track and making preparations around the home is a lot to juggle. To make it easier, we [...]

Sometimes, the last thing you want to do after a long day of work, is make a meal for yourself, let alone the whole family. We’re here to help! Here are 5 easy weeknight recipes that can be whipped up in no time. Stop spending evenings sweating over a stove and spend more time enjoying […]

You may have just dusted off your glasses to read this, but have you ever thought about your children’s eye care? Tuesday August 23, TBM partnered with Florida Society of Ophthalmology (FSO) and the For Eye Care Institute to bring you an info session all about, you guessed it, eye care! In our discussion, we […]

Don’t be a couch potato- here’s 6 exciting and inexpensive things to do in Tampa this weekend! Get more events like these every week in your inbox by subscribing to our newsletter today! Friday, August 26th  Free Lacrosse Clinic- Suncoast Lacrosse Friday August 26th @ 9:00 a.m-5 p.m  Land O’Lakes Heritage Park 5401 Land O’Lakes […]

In today’s world, allowing kids to be themselves seems to be a topic that’s constantly discussed. I’ve always been open about my kids being their true selves. My first blog post on this topic was several years ago. Fast forward to today and I still have these feelings. Self-expression can take on many forms. My […]

We were all babies once. On a journey as unpredictable as life, each person has at one point been a diaper donning dingus. So why is it common practice to treat these tots any differently than we treat our peers? Sure, you can’t expect to head to a bar or work a 9-to-5 with them. […]

Moms, it’s almost here! SCHOOL! No need to fight over composition notebooks in the Target™️ aisle though- we’ve got your comprehensive tampa bay back to school guide ready. Not only are we hooking you up with all the info you need (start dates, supply lists, etc.) but we have a list of all the back […]

We’ve partnered with Responsival to bring you this post!You could buy a lot of things for $267,000. A decent house, a few cars, a boat, hell maybe even a horse if that’s your cup of tea. Or, you could raise a child for 18 years.  According to U.S News and World Report, the cost of […]