Parenting isn’t easy. That’s an understatement. When you’re in need of some support, education, or just a good laugh, turn to one of Atlanta’s excellent mom blogs (or dad blogs!) to help get you through.
We compiled this guide of our top 10 favorite family Atlanta bloggers who dish up everything you need to know to navigate parenthood in Atlanta. With such a large city, it’s often hard to be “in the know” about local events and deals. These bloggers will have you and your family enjoying the local scene. (If you’re lucky, maybe you’ll even find a babysitter or nanny so you can enjoy a grownup night on the town!)
Atlanta on the Cheap, by Jennifer Maciejewski
Teacher workday = excellent time to relax at the Atlanta Botanical Garden. pic.twitter.com/3FYqCEI08u
— Atlanta on the Cheap (@ATLCheap) September 2, 2014
Having sacrificed my full-time job and salary for a part-time gig and sanity, I feel the crunch each month of embracing a more frugal life. Cutting out the excess has been a tough exercise in willpower but an amazing game-changer for our family. “Have fun. Be Cheap” is the motto over at Atlanta on the Cheap, and this author is the Queen Bee at keeping her family busy without breaking the bank. With multiple postings each week, you are sure to find some inexpensive events or activity ideas that will work for your family.
Atlanta Area Moms Blog, by multiple contributors
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Written for Atlanta area moms by Atlanta area moms, this blog is a collaboration from over two-dozen people. With varying interests, ages, and parenting styles, this blog is the perfect go-to. We all know motherhood is difficult, so enter this judge-free zone knowing you are welcomed with open arms.
I love that the Atlanta Area Moms Blog features a “neighborhood” Facebook group for neighborhoods as far south as Peachtree City and extending north up through Alpharetta. Pregnancy brain does wonders on my my memory, so I’m especially grateful for the ease of having pop-up reminders on Facebook. With my current addiction to social media, this handy group keeps me in the loop of neighborhood events without having to deviate from my daily scroll through the world of Facebook.
Atlanta Parent, by multiple contributors
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From the writers of Atlanta Parent Magazine, this blog has the answers to all of your parenting questions. This blog has something for everyone, including family attractions, planning parties, picking the best doctor, education advice, and food recommendations for keeping the little (and always hungry) people happy. I love the vast range of knowledge featured on this one blog. It’s the one-stop shop for all your parenting needs!
Baby Cheapskate, by Angie Wynne
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Short on words but big on savings, Baby Cheapskate is the perfect blog for anyone with children. Those little babies are tiny and cute, but there is nothing tiny or cute about the bill they rack up over the years. Updated almost daily, this blog has the most up-to-date sales on all things child-related: clothes, diapers, toys… If your kid needs it, Baby Cheapskate has found a way to get it for less than retail price.
Celiac Mama, by Jereann Zann
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Named as an Official Blogger for the 2017 Gluten Free Allergen Friendly Expo in Atlanta, Celiac Mama updates weekly to bring you delicious gluten-, dairy-, and egg-free recipes. As an allergy mama myself, I know first-hand the overwhelming experience of discovering and living daily with food allergies. Food fads have brought a lot of awareness (and haters) to the idea of being gluten-free, so while there are more and more options, there are also many out there who question the severity of your situation.
Celiac Mama helps ease your nerves with tips on how to eat out safely and how to send your child to school without fear of cross-contamination. Jereann has tips and handouts that can make life easier for everyone involved. Mistakes happen, so preparing yourself with tips, educating the school, and creating a line of open and consistent communication can help decrease these incidents.
Really, Are You Serious?, by Krystyn Serious
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This sarcasm-loving, straight-shooting mom of four girls will engage you with anecdotes about motherhood in the Atlanta suburbs that remind us all that we’re not in this alone and that none of us are perfect. Laugh alongside Krystyn Serious as she faces the world raising four kids while working from home. From family travels to recipes to keeping the little ones happy, this blog has a nice mix of real life and feels like you’re talking to a girlfriend. Inspired by her stories and want to start your own blog? Check out Krystyn’s shop, Krizzy Designs, to help you with your web design needs.
Southern Family Fun, by Winona Rogers
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Three mothers have joined forces to share their love for family, food, travel, and to share their honest reviews on products that may fit your family’s needs. A sucker for themed food, Southern Family Fun had my attention from the second I stumbled across their Minnie Mouse-themed cookies. Any wise mom will tell you that a well-fed family is a happy one, so get your Pinterest pinning button ready and settle in for an afternoon of recipe browsing. Full of easy recipes, this blog is sure to help you keep the whole family full and happy.
Special Needs Homeschooling, by Heather Laurie
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Whether they recognize it or not, most kids need routines, but children on the autism spectrum yearn for it. Heather Laurie, author of “Homeschooling When Learning Isn’t Easy,” brings 13 years of homeschooling knowledge to the screen to help you navigate the overwhelming world of choosing curriculum, setting routines, and juggling the ups and downs of real life with disabilities and disease.
Wheelchair Daddy, by Glenn Moscoso
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Happy living his simple life, this native Atlanta dad talks about life as a wheelchair-bound father living with cerebral palsy. Updated monthly, Glenn focuses less on living in Atlanta and more about his life raising a son while handling disabilities of his own. When he entered fatherhood, Glenn said he realized there were blogs all over the web for parents — but not a single one related to his struggles as a disabled parent. Sit back and enjoy Glenn’s honest thoughts on the ups and downs of parenthood.
Yeah Lets Go Atlanta, by Meghan Cooper
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Keeping families up to date on all events in Atlanta and the surrounding areas, Yea Lets Go Atlanta will keep you from falling into a rut with your family routines. Loaded with the latest updates on festivals, parks, and shows, you will never run out of things to explore in Atlanta. The diversity of events will keep your family excited about outings and will give you and your partner new and exciting ideas to spice up date night. After all, it wouldn’t be fair to let the kids have all the fun. Be sure to sign up for the monthly newsletter so you don’t miss out on any upcoming events or giveaways.
Did we list all your favorite Atlanta mom bloggers and dad bloggers? Let us know in the comments below!
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