Published June 24, 2025 Certified Doula, Tayler Morrison, explains the role of a doula in supporting a mother’s mental health. Mental Health is Health Mental health through your pregnancy and […]
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What to Expect When You’re Expecting in the Summer
Hydrate Ready to beat the heat this summer while growing your family? Pregnancy in the peak summer months may sound intimidating; however, it is possible to enjoy the weather and […]
Is Port Huron Boring?
Depends on How You Look at It Is Port Huron boring? Is it the perfect kind of boring? Is it really even boring? BlueWaterParent.com has a massive calendar of events […]
VBS Guide
The VBS Guide is provided as a community service. Inclusion in the Vacation Bible School Guide does not imply endorsement. BlueWaterParent.com is not responsible for incorrect information or changes to […]
“Color Our World” Reading Program Starts June 14th
Published June 5, 2025 Summer Reading Program Summer is the perfect time for families to explore everything the St. Clair County Library System has to offer. This year’s Summer Reading […]
YMCA of the Blue Water Area Plans to Keep Kids Active, Fed During Summer 2025
Y on the Fly Visits Local Neighborhoods-Free Food at Some Locations The YMCA of the Blue Water Area will be making the rounds with sports equipment lending. They will be […]
Free Fishing and More June 7-8 in Michigan
Free Fishing, ORVing, and State Park Entry The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is offering a “Three Free” Weekend on Saturday, June 7, and Sunday, June 8. During these days, […]
So Many Day Camps!
If you’re looking for something for your kids to do this summer, you’re in the right place. A huge list of sports, science, and arts day camps can be found […]
Win 4 Platinum Level Tickets to United Shore Professional Baseball at Jimmy John’s Field in Utica
Published April 11, 2025 Win Tickets to Watch USPBL BlueWaterParent.com is thrilled to be partnering with United Shore Professional Baseball League to bring you the chance to win a four-pack […]
SUNBucks Added to EBT Cards
Summer Nutrition The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services’ plan to provide food assistance to low-income families over the summer has been approved by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s […]
Third Trimester Checklist
Certified Doula, Tayler Morrison, shares tips for moms in their third trimester of pregnancy. Almost There You are in the home stretch, mama! In just a few months or even […]
Discovery City Children’s Museum Announces Summer Hours
Port Huron’s Discovery City Children’s Museum is switching up its hours to accommodate summer schedules. Summer Hours The new hours start May 26 and run through September 1st, 2025. The […]
Sensory Friendly Days at Port Huron’s Discovery City Children’s Museum
Published March 31, 2025, Edited May 13, 2025 Sensory Friendly Days have been moved to SUNDAYS, starting June 1, 2025. Welcoming Environment Sometimes, the sights, sounds, smells, and textures of […]
Natural Comfort Measures for Labor
Published May 13, 2025 Certified Doula, Tayler Morrison, shares her expertise on using natural comfort measures to get through labor and delivery. Tips for All Types of Labors In labor, […]
Feel Like a Taxi Driver for Your Kids? You’ll Want to Read This
Published May 13. 2025 Orange Cone Time Construction season is about to be in full bloom. Notice was just given by the Michigan Department of Transportation that a main thoroughfare […]
An Evening of Hope for Bereaved Parents May 10th
Blue Water Hope Blue Water Hope will be hosting a dinner for mothers and fathers who have lost a child on May 10th at 4:00 p.m. at Bridges in Downtown […]
Tons of Summer Fun Brought to You by Port Huron Recreation
The City of Port Huron Recreation Department has published its summer schedule of events, classes, and camps. Registration begins May 8th for residents of the city of Port Huron and […]
Benefits of Water in Labor and Delivery
Published April 29, 2025 Certified Doula, Tayler Morrison, shares knowledge about using water to ease labor and delivery. Tubs and Showers When creating your birth plan, consider the use of […]
St. Mary/McCormick in Port Huron Holds Open House for Grades Preschool-8th
Published April 29, 2025 Open House St. Mary/McCormick Catholic Academy in Port Huron, Michigan, is holding an all-school Open House on Tuesday, April 29th from 5-6:30 p.m. at their campus […]
Faith Lutheran Church Invites Area Kids to “Messy Mercy” Vacation Bible School 2025
Faith Lutheran Church in Port Huron, Michigan, is getting excited about this year’s Vacation Bible School. This year’s theme is “Messy Mercy” and it promises to be a meaningful time […]
Special Needs and Autism Acceptance Day Reflection
Published April 23, 2025 Local parenting blogger, Jackie Davidson shares her experience at this year’s Autism and Special Needs Acceptance Day, sponsored by the Port Huron Police Department. All About […]
Second Trimester of Pregnancy To-Dos
Published April 21, 2025 Registered Doula, Tayler Morrison, gives some insight into the second trimester of pregnancy. Second Trimester Milestones Congrats, mama, you have made it to your second trimester! […]
Port Huron Police Offer Elementary, Middle School, High School Police Academies
Published April 21. 2025 The Port Huron Police Department is offering Police Academies for students in grades 3-12 who live in St. Clair County. Elementary Police Academy The Elementary Police […]
FOMO No More
Originally published October 2022. How did you hear about that? Will you let me know about that next time? I wish I knew about these things. Those are the things […]
Great Start Family Coalition Publishes Summer Fun Guide
Published April 16, 2025 You will soon start seeing the Summer Fun Guide, published by the Great Start Family Coalition, affiliated with Help Me Grow St. Clair County, in all […]
Pine River Nature Center Offers Summer Nature Series
Published 4/15/2025 Explore Nature The Pine River Nature Center in Goodells is offering a variety of Summer Nature Series programs for children in grades 1-6. Children will get a chance […]
Earth Fair at Goodells County Park April 25-26, 2025
Published April 9, 2025 The 23rd Annual Earth Fair will be held Friday, April 25, 2025 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 10 a.m. […]
PHN Make a Difference Club Hosts Special Night Out May 9th
The Make a Difference Club at Port Huron Northern High School has hosted a Special Night Out for high school-age cognitively impaired students for around seven years. The event will […]
Common Misconceptions of Autistic Kids: A Parent’s Perspective
Published April 8, 2025 Parenting Blogger, teacher, and mom of an autistic child, Jackie Davidson, shares her perspective on common misconceptions of autistic children that she has encountered. Background For […]
SC4 Offers Variety of Youth Summer Day Camps
Published April 8, 2025 St. Clair County Community College in Port Huron has announced the 2025 lineup of sports camps and science camps. STEM Camps SC4 is offering a CSI […]
Rosebrook Child Development Center is Planning Summer Camp 2025
Published April 8, 2025 Winter might be making its last stand, but summer is on the mind of many, including the staff at Rosebrook Child Development Center in Kimball as […]
Meal Plan in Minutes: Using AI to SaveTime
Published April 8, 2025 Using Artificial Intelligence to Plan Family Meals In today’s fast-paced world, where families are balancing work and home life, finding time to plan meals for the […]
Healthy Kids Day is Coming to YMCA of the Blue Water Area April 26
Published April 4, 2025 You won’t want to miss all of the free fun at YMCA of the Blue Water Area’s Healthy Kids Day on April 26th, 2025, including a […]
Parenting Can Be Lonely
Published April 2, 2025 Parenting Blogger, Jackie Davidson, shares her perspective on feeling lonely as a parent of a child with special needs. Lonely/Never Alone The media portrays parenthood as […]
New Car Seat Law Requires Children to be in Rear-Facing Seats Until Age Two
Published March 31, 2025 The Michigan Legislature has voted to change car seat laws for drivers in the state. The law hadn’t been changed since 2008. The new law goes […]
Money Saving Tips for Families
Published March 31, 2025 Parenting Blogger, Alyssa Dock, shares her money-saving tips for families living on a budget.. When my husband and I made the decision for me to stay […]
Creating a Calm Birth Environment
Published March 19, 2025 No Chaos We have all seen the movies of women in labor screaming, people running everywhere, bright lights, surgical supplies, etc. Quite frankly this chaos can […]
Things to Do in the First Trimester of Pregnancy
Published March 17, 2025 Simple Steps Regardless of whether this is your first pregnancy or your tenth, there will be some simple steps you will need to take when you […]
Kindergarten Roundups
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Huron Academic Endeavors Launches Little Endeavors for Infants and Moms
Published February 19, 2025 Playgroups are Essential Playgroups are essential for both parents and children. The connections made at playgroups can last a lifetime. Huron Academic Endeavors, which offers a […]
Postpartum Mood Disorders
Published February 15, 2025 *Trigger Warning: Discussion of many postpartum mood disorders and mental health* Common Struggle Far too often mothers struggle with postpartum mood disorders alone. Bringing education and […]
Expecting a Baby? Things to Ask your Healthcare Provider
Published February 15, 2025 Communicate Goals While we know what our goals are for pregnancy and birth, it is important to ensure you have a provider that is supportive of […]
Register for A Beautiful Me’s “Bacon and Bubbles” Fundraiser
Published February 14, 2025 A Beautiful Me’s 7th annual Fun Run “Bacon & Bubbles” fundraiser will be held on June 14th, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. starting at the DoubleTree and going along […]
What’s a Lactation Consultant?
Published January 23, 2025 IBCLC An IBCLC is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. These women are skilled and undergo rigorous training and education to hold this title. An IBCLC […]
Keeping Perspective
Published January 20, 2025 Parenting blogger Jackie Davidson shares her thoughts on putting things in perspective when parenting. Ups and Downs In life, there are always ups and downs. Sometimes […]
Intentionality in the New Year
Published January 15, 2025 Resolutions As a mom of two (soon to be three) little ones, setting New Year’s Resolutions are hard and oftentimes unrealistic. Last year our family decided […]
Invisible Battles
Published January 14, 2025 Parenting blogger Jackie Davidson shares her perspective on the invisible battles that parents face, particularly when parenting children with special needs. The Battlefield As parents to […]
Ice Skating
Here’s a list of public places to skate outdoors in the Blue Water Area. Click the links for maps to the rinks. Always check first to see if they are […]
Autism and Speech
Published January 9, 2025 Parenting blogger, Jackie Davidson, shares her experiences and what she has learned about addressing speech and autism. Autism and Speech One of the most apparent and […]
‘Hearts for Hope’ Raises Money for Play-Based Therapy for Kids
Published January 8, 2025 A Valentine’s Date for a Good Cause The Hearts for Hope Fundraiser is the perfect way to celebrate Valentine’s Day while helping the most vulnerable children […]