Published 11/19/25 Is it time for teeth? Whether you’re a first-time parent or parent of 6, teething can be a challenging time for not just your baby but you as […]
Published 11/19/25 Looking to Buy? If you are hoping to buy a house in the future, but don’t know how much money you need or how to get started with […]
Published 11/3.25 Certified Doula, Tayler Morrison, shares tips on bringing the newest member of the family home. Going Home Bringing home your newborn baby to join your family is one […]
Published 10/27/25 Make the Most of Grocery Money Unless our elected leaders work together to legislate in the VERY near future, Bridge Cards will not reload in November. SNAP (Supplemental […]
Published 10/21/25 Parenting Classes Parenting is the most important job in the world. The job description is always changing: from changing diapers to teaching how to read to watching your […]
Published 9/15/25 No Babysitter Needed What will she think of next? Port Huron entrepreneur Carol Brooks, owner of Foundry, is offering parents and kids an opportunity to relax and be […]
From SCCLS – Being a young parent can seem overwhelming. This group is a safe and welcoming space for teens and young parents to connect, share experiences, and support one […]
Trauma-informed Care Certified Doula, Katie Crow, has been caring for mothers and babies in the Blue Water Area for several years as a birth doula, birth photographer, and support professional. […]
Check Out Local Doulas Ready to jump in and hire a doula or feeling overwhelmed by all the options in your area? Remember, not every doula will be a good […]
Published 7/24/25 Free Items, Resources Blue Water Community Action is hosting the annual Back to School event on Wednesday, August 13th, from 9:00 a.m. to noon at the McMorran Arena. […]
Updated 7/16/2025 Published 5/13/2025 Free Food for Kids Families can get a little help feeding their kids this summer with the Meet Up and Eat Up program. This USDA-funded nutrition […]
This group is open to anyone in the community who cares for and supports an adult or child with Autism, including parents, grandparents, friends, caregivers, and other support staff. Hosted […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Parenting blogger Jackie Davidson reflects on the mental load that parents carry and how that can be a heavier load for parents of children with special needs. If you are […]
Published December 3, 2024 Parenting blogger and autism activist, Jackie Davidson, shares tips on effective communication with families of autistic children. Thick Skin As a mom to an autistic child, […]
Published November 20, 2024 Parenting blogger and autism activist, Jackie Davidson, reflects on the loss of “The Village” for modern parents. What is a Village? I am 37 years old, […]
Published November 11, 2024 Local parenting blogger, Jackie Davidson, a parent of an autistic child and a professional educator, shares her findings on the relationship between sensory processing and autism. […]
What is Autism? Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurological difference in how 1.5% of the population thinks and processes the world around them. This results in differences in communication […]
Parental trauma is real. As parents, we are strong for our kids. We often feel the need to hide any struggles we are having so that not only to others […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Get in the photo. Not just take it. I said get IN the photo. As a mom of two little ones- my camera is constantly out. At the time of […]
As a mom to two-under-two, sleep is a precious commodity around our house. I remember when my oldest was a newborn I would spend countless hours in the middle of […]
How much video game time is too much? Can kids get addicted to video games? How can parents teach their kids to set reasonable limits for themselves? Video games are […]
So if Little Aiden needs the recommended 13 hours of sleep every night, and he gets to preschool at 7:30 in the morning every day, and needs time to eat […]