Author: Alicia
A New Orleans girl turned Georgia peach and stay at home mom to 2 daughters. Before taking the leap into full time mothering, I worked at at an Atlanta-based advertising agency. I have lived in Smyrna for almost 10 years and am still not sure how I managed to find a job more chaotic and unpredictable than advertising.
Health
Parent Topics
When Postpartum Depression isn’t Depression
Our youngest daughter was conceived via IVF. When we went in for the transfer, the on-call doctor matter-of-factly informed us that our embryos were all doing very poorly and were not going to survive. In fact, he all but assured us that the transfer wouldn’t take and suggested that we start planning our next attempt. But 11 […]
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Health
Natural Ways I Keep My Family’s Immune System Strong
It’s that time of year again… the time where cold and flus are hitting hard. This year seems to be particularly bad for people, at least from the amount of complaining I’ve noticed on Facebook. Having a healthy immune system doesn’t mean never getting sick. But when you do get sick, it means your body […]
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Around Smyrna
Holiday
{Readers Recommend} Christmas Lights!
Occasionally we ask the Smyrna Parent readers for their recommendations on the “Best of….” and let the community share their favorites that way. This week, we asked about your favorite houses, streets or neighborhoods to see lights! Though the holidays can get a little crazy, there’s something wonderful about the simple pleasure of driving around your […]
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The Great Outdoors
Garden Lights, Holiday Nights at the Atlanta Botanical Garden
I’ve seen several discussions about the best lights displays, and wanted to share some of our photos from a recent trip to the Atlanta Botanical Garden’s Garden Lights, Holiday Nights, in case it helps anyone make some decisions about how to spend this last weekend before Christmas! I have to admit that I made the […]
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Holiday
Weekend Fun
Weekend Fun, Holiday Edition
The listing below reflects those events going on in our community. For a look at the amazing holiday events happening in the Greater Atlanta Area and beyond, check out our Holiday Events listing. Friday Christmas House Arts and Crafts Show, Mableton. December 5 – 14 at Mable House Arts Center. Mable’s Tea Room, Mommy and […]
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Ultimate Holiday Guide
Interested in what’s happening in our community this holiday season? Look no further! This page will be updated frequently, so please check back! Thanksgiving Thanksgiving Events – Coming Soon! Thanksgiving Craft: Personalized Gratitude Candle Holder Guides & Listings THE Holiday Events Guide – Everything from what’s happening right in your neighborhood, to […]
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Arts & Crafts
Preschool Activities
Christmas Ornament + Printable Template
I love handmade ornaments. I would cover my whole Christmas tree in pipe cleaner candy canes and popsicle stick snowflakes if I could! Nothing is quite as sweet as child’s handmade decoration. Here’s an ornament you can make this holiday season. This craft is best suited for elementary aged children because of the scissor and […]
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The Great Outdoors
Worth The Drive
{Worth the Drive} Cedar Creek Cabins
One of the wonderful things about Georgia is the variety of great places it offers for visiting. Whether you have a week available for vacation, or just a weekend away, there’s a getaway option for everyone. My absolute favorite area of this state to visit is the North Georgia Mountains. They have it all up […]
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Marvel Universe LIVE!
This show preview is brought to you by Feld Entertainment. Calling all Superheros! Marvel Universe LIVE! is coming to Atlanta late-December with stops at both Phillips Arena and the Arena at Gwinnett Center. If you’re looking for that final “WOW” gift or need a brief break from candy canes and Santa, it’s time to round up […]
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