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Father’s Day Gift Ideas
This is the time of year that we stop and thank those special fathers or father figures in our lives for everything they do.
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Favorite Father’s Day Brunch Locations in Central Florida
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Ever wonder what to get dad for Father's Day? Well, instead of getting dad something why not take him somewhere? Orlando is full of...
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Visiting Florida and Understanding our Weather!
The weather in Florida can be confusing. Rain every day? Seriously? Here's a quick explanation if you are visiting Florida to understand our weather!
We received an email from one of our readers asking,
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Father’s Day Events in Central Florida 2023
You have his gift and you know where to take him for brunch, but what fun things can you take dad to for Father's...
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Summer is here! Your little darlings will be in your charge while school’s out and if there’s one thing kids love during summer, it’s...
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The Bribe by Willa Nash: Favorite Read of May 2023
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Orlando Mom Book Club: Book of the Month for June 2023
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Tips For Having A Productive Morning
If you get things done in the morning, the rest of the day may be a little easier. This makes morning productivity especially important.
Productivity...
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Digital Summer Magazine
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Guide to the BEST Donuts in Orlando
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208 S Hwy 27, Minneola, FL 3716...
Favorite Father’s Day Brunch Locations in Central Florida
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Family Practice Offices in Central Florida
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Bloom re-cap {2023}
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Visiting Florida and Understanding our Weather!
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Everything to Know about Special Needs at Universal Florida
Universal Theme Park definitely chose the right name. They have stepped up their game when it comes to being an inclusive park. They currently...
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I love Flower and Garden Festival. EPCOT is full of beautiful flowers and topiaries. There's new food to try. It has all of the...
Visiting Universal Orlando? Start Here!
After almost three years in Orlando, we finally bought annual passes to Universal. Since moving here, we’ve visited Seaworld and some of the Disney...
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How to be a Single Mom When You’re Actually Married
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Orlando Mom Collective Guide to Mommy n Me Classes
Many new moms (myself included), cannot wait to get out of the house with their little one. Finding things to do with your baby can be challenging though, especially if you’re nursing and just learning to be out and about with baby in tow.
Will I ever feel like myself again?
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No, I Didn’t Enjoy the Newborn Stage
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Tips For Having A Productive Morning
If you get things done in the morning, the rest of the day may be a little easier. This makes morning productivity especially important.
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What Does Mental Health Mean to You?
Since 1949, the US has recognized May as Mental Health Awareness Month. Did you know that one in five Americans lives with a mental...
Family Practice Offices in Central Florida
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REAL Mom Summer: Smashing Societal “Norms”
The REAL Mom Summer campaign was created to redefine sexy and what “hot” moms are.
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Identifying Mental Health Conditions in Children and Next Steps
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Are Lurking Toxins Making Your Family Sick?
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Analyzing the Associated Health Risks of Too Much Screen Time For...
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5 Reasons to Let Go of the Guilt About Sleep Training
It is time to let go of the guilt about sleep training! That's right mama, there is so much good that can come from...
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Summer is almost here, which means taking the kiddos to the park for playground fun. But before you march out the door, here are...
Allergies and Their Affect on Children’s Behavior
Who knew that allergies could affect on children's behavior??
According to the Centers for Disease Control, Nearly 1 in 3 U.S. adults and more than...
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Since 1970, April has been celebrated globally as Earth Month. Both of my kids are currently doing special projects and school events in honor...
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8 Tips to Keep Food Safe and Fresh During a Power...
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10 Little Known Facts about Autism Spectrum Disorder
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is one of the most common disabilities to date, impacting around 1% of the entire population. For many, ASD can...
Breathe in… Breathe Out… A Journey to Inner Peace for Kids
Breathe in... Breathe Out... is a peaceful and calming escape from the chaos of everyday life, featuring original illustrations by ENSO that capture the...
4 Things To Remember When Giving CBD To Kids
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What my Job Taught me about my Daughters’ Safety at School
I am the parent to three girls, ages 24, 20, and 15. Ever since I started to work for AIHA, the association for occupational...
Moms Night Out: Learn Self-Defense
Grab your girls!!! It's time for a Moms Night Out!
Open to moms, daughters, sisters and friends!
Learn self-defense at Krav Maga O-Town!
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Tips to Naturally Unwind After Work
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Guide to Pediatricians In & Around Orlando
Orlando Mom Collective is thrilled to bring you our Guide to Pediatrician's in and around the Orlando area. The goal of this guide is...
Zero to Lower Alcohol Alternatives for the New Year
We’ve celebrated the holidays, stuffed our plates, filled our cups and enjoyed all the merriest moments. Now that we've set some goals for manifesting...
5 Things that I am Doing for my Health
I made a decision this new year that I am going to focus on five things for my health. While the new year always...
I’m Doing “Dry January”
I'm doing "Dry January" as part of my New Year Intentions this year. The idea is to avoid alcohol for the month right after...
5 Ways to Help Your Child Adjust to Hearing Aids
Getting accustomed to hearing aids can be challenging especially for kids. The world of hearing may be a whole new and scary experience for...
Baby Massage 101 for New Parents
At the core, parenting is all about creating a soothing and healthy environment in which your newborn knows how loved they are. While touching...
Flu Symptoms and Prevention Tips To Know
With flu season in full swing, it’s important to be aware of what symptoms to watch for. Unfortunately, the 2022–23 flu season began early...
Emoji Drug Code | How Teens Use Social Media For Illicit...
Many teenagers buy and sell illegal drugs through social media apps. During these drug deals, they often use emojis to represent drug names and other details....
7 Food Safety Tips For The Holidays
Food safety isn’t always the first thing everyone thinks about when planning for the holidays. While your source of the food supply is safe,...
Autism: I am in Denial
All the signs are there. My son very likely has autism. But I am in denial.
Being an educator, I have worked with kids...
A Special Gift-Giving Guide for Children with Autism
The holidays are upon us and it’s time to get your shopping lists ready. BlueSprig Pediatrics, a national provider of ABA therapy for children...
