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Parental Trauma
I Think My Child is Autistic, Now What?
Do you suspect autism in your child? I know so many people who when faced with something scary or the unknown do one of three things: shut down and/or spiral, […]
Early Signs of Autism
Could it be Autism? Have you ever watched your baby do something and wondered if it’s normal? Have you ever met another child who has a diagnosis and tried to […]
What is Autism?
Defining Autism Take a moment and think about what your mental images and understanding are of the word “autism”. Just take a moment and visualize what autism is. On a […]
Salvation Army Taking Applications for 2024 Christmas Assistance
Christmas is right around the corner and the Salvation Army is ready to assist families in need. Registration for families in need of a little help with winter clothing, gifts, […]
Get Your Tickets to November 2 “Force Against Hunger” Soon
Blue Water Martial Arts’ “Force Against Hunger” has become a yearly tradition in the Blue Water Area. The popular fundraiser is expected to sell out, so time slots should be […]
Fall Crafts
Coffee Filter Bats One of my favorite crafts to make with my kiddos every spring is coffee filter butterflies. I remember making them myself when I was in elementary school, […]
Time for a New Bathroom? Remodeling Tips for Families
If your bathroom is working for your family, you don’t think about it much. But if something is broken, functionally outdated, or just plain ugly, you are probably thinking about […]
Trunk or Treat Guide is Huge for 2024!!!
Find a costume and get a big bag for all that candy. This year’s Trunk or Treat list is HUGE. From Port Sanilac to Algonac and everywhere in between, community […]
What are VBAC & HBAC?
You may have seen the abbreviations VBAC & HBAC. VBAC stands for vaginal birth after cesarean and HBAC stands for homebirth after cesarean. Both More Common These terms are being […]
How to Support Mom During and After Labor
Every birth partner will be different, some may be pros and others may not know what to do. Your birth partner’s support through labor and delivery can be incredibly beneficial. […]
Painted Pumpkins
Halloween is quickly approaching, and I love doing all of the fun fall-themed crafts with my kiddos. Over the next few weeks, I plan to share all of the projects […]
Discovery City Children’s Museum Has It All
Kids need a safe place to play when it’s too cold, hot, or rainy to go to the park. Discovery City Children’s Museum in downtown Port Huron has met that […]
Community Baby Showers Offers Info and Freebies for Expectant Parents
Parents of newborns and expectant parents can connect with resources, listen to helpful speakers, meet other parents, and get some free baby gear at this year’s Community Baby Shower. This […]
Oh So Bluey Halloween Party at Sophisticatz Karaoke
Bluey and Bingo, everyone’s favorite Australian puppies, will be stopping over for a visit to Sophisticatz Karaoke in Birchwood Mall on Saturday, October 12th at 2:00 p.m. Sherry Warner from […]
Our Favorite Part Of The Day
As much as I would love to take credit for the following wonderful idea, it was actually my husband who came up with it. A few months ago he came […]
Back to School Mental Health Care Tips
For families, back-to-school can mean a shift from the unstructured, carefree days of summer to the busy schedules, big emotions, and increased expectations of the school year. How can families […]
Navigating Postpartum
The postpartum period can be such an important time in your life as well as your baby’s and your family’s. As your body recovers, your hormones will be changing as […]
Prenatal Yoga
Body and Mind Taking care of your body and mind can be essential throughout your pregnancy. We need to take care of our body so it is healthy and prepared […]
Sunday Funday at Community Roofsit September 8
A completely free family event is planned for Sunday, September 8th in the parking lot of MiMutual in downtown Port Huron. Sunday Funday puts kids and families first. The yearly […]
DanceAbilities Gives Everyone a Chance to Dance
Registration is open for MainStreet Dance Connection‘s DanceAbilities classes. The classes are designed for adults with mobility challenges, including those who use wheelchairs. The studio is located in Birchwood Mall […]
Picky Eater?
As a mother of an almost-three-year-old, I know a thing or two about picky eating. My one year old who once used to eat salmon, zucchini, and spinach like it […]
Why Do I Need Childbirth Education?
Childbirth education is simply education you receive on childbirth. Your education can range from books, films, in-person courses, or virtual courses. There are many great options. However, selecting the right […]
Gentle Cesarean
Whether you are planning and scheduling a cesarean or it is a sudden change in plans, knowing you still have options can be incredibly helpful. While every hospital will have […]
Late Summer Beach Guide
Wait a minute on the pumpkins, please. It’s still summer. Late August and early September are prime beach times. It might take a little longer for the days to heat […]
How to Know if Your Child is “Kindergarten Ready” from a Former Kindergarten Teacher
By BlueWaterParent.com Parenting Blogger Alyssa Dock. Views represented are for informational purposes and are the personal views of the writer. Over the years I have had the privilege to teach […]
Blue Water Martial Arts: Tradition of Quality Training and Community Outreach Continues
The tradition of quality training and community outreach continues with the newly independent Blue Water Martial Arts. The former PKSA Port Huron martial arts dojang (studio) has been a staple […]
Doula Support For Birth Partners
More often than not, when we think of doulas we think of them supporting mothers. While this is true, doulas also can be an incredible support for birth partners as […]
Breastfeeding – Nursing vs. Pumping
Every mother will have their preference on how to feed their baby. Some may choose to formula feed, some will nurse, some will pump and some will combination feed. Every […]
25 Years of Landmark Academy
Landmark Academy, in Kimball, Michigan, is celebrating 25 years of providing a supportive and innovative charter school experience for students in the Blue Water Area. To celebrate the 25-year milestone, […]
Navigating the Fourth Trimester
Throughout your pregnancy, you probably became very familiar with weeks, dates, and trimesters. But one we don’t hear as much about is the fourth trimester. The fourth trimester is considered […]
Interview: The Benefits of Hypnobirthing
Shelby Vinson is a hypnobirthing instructor located in St. Clair County, Michigan and owner of SC Empowered Birth. I had the privilege of asking her some questions to further explain […]
Children’s Book Drive Repurposes Used Books
“Out with the old and in with the new” with the Great Start Collaborative of St. Clair County’s Children’s Book Drive. Families can trade their old books for a free […]
St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office Explorer Post Accepting New Students
For high school and college students ages 15 to 21 thinking about a career in law enforcement, the St. Clair County Sheriff’s Explorer Post #2004 could be a great opportunity. […]
Baby Registry Tips
Necessities As you progress through your pregnancy it is easy to become overwhelmed with all of the latest baby gadgets and accessories. Instead of becoming overwhelmed, start with the necessities. […]
What is “The Golden Hour”?
Welcome, Baby The golden hour can be simply put as the uninterrupted hour following childbirth while the newborn lays on the mother’s chest with skin-to-skin contact. The golden hour can […]
Making the Best of a C-Section
While many mamas dread the word “cesarean”, it is still a very real occurrence that moms face when giving birth. A cesarean section (otherwise known as c-section) is a surgical […]
The Harbor Street Outreach Program Helps Youth and Families in Port Huron
Have you heard of the Harbor Street Outreach Program? The program is for St. Clair County youth aged 9 to 20 and their parents or guardians. The Program reaches out […]
Creating a Birth Plan
As you may know or are learning, when you find out you are pregnant you now have lots to plan for: from how you want your ideal pregnancy to look, […]
What is a Postpartum Doula?
Alright, mama, you did it! You’re home and relaxing with your sweet newborn baby. While we soak in our snuggles and recover, moms also have to adjust to the new […]
What is a Birth Doula?
You just saw those two little lines appear on your pregnancy test. So many emotions can start to flood in, whether this was planned, a surprise, your first, or your […]
The Dance Academy of Port Huron Offers Summer Classes
Summer is a great time to try out dance. The Dance Academy of Port Huron has a full schedule available at their studio on Lapeer Road in Port Huron. They […]
My house is an absolute mess, but my family had the best weekend ever
My house is an absolute mess, but my family had the best weekend ever. This past week was one of the busiest of the year thus far. My youngest turned […]
Don’t Let a Tick Bite Ruin Your Summer
Ticks are everywhere this year. Some tick bites can cause sickness. Preventing bites is the best way to stay safe. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) recommends […]
Local Author Scott Beauchamp Encourages Writers
Have you ever thought about writing a book? Local dad and author, Scott Beauchamp, says to go for it. He should know, as he already has one book published and […]
Meet Up and Eat Up Keeps Kids Fed Over Summer Break
Kids in Port Huron can get a free breakfast and lunch through the Meet Up & Eat Up program this summer. The federally funded program provides free food to kids […]
St. Clair Recreation Summer Registration Starts May 13th
The City of St. Clair Recreation Department has a ton of fun on the schedule for summer 2024. Registration begins on May 13th. There is a variety from which to […]
St. Mary/McCormick Catholic Academy in Port Huron Celebrates 60 Years with Spring Carnival
Do you know someone who went to “St. Mary’s” as it is affectionately called? The Port Huron school, St. Mary/McCormick Catholic Academy, has been teaching kids across many grade levels […]
Win A 6-Day Pass to the 2024 St. Clair County 4-H and Youth Fair!
Through a partnership with the St. Clair County 4-H and Youth Fair, BlueWaterParent.com has an amazing gift basket to give away, which includes a six-day pass to the 2024 fair. […]
Port Huron Tennis House Offers Spring and Summer Fun
The Port Huron Tennis House has a long tradition of churning out tennis champs. They also have a tradition of providing spring and summer fun for players of all ages. […]