It's easy to numb and binge on episodes of Tiger King. It’s easy to keep yourself busy in order to keep from feeling what is happening right now. You may be feeling intensified anxiety as the weight of what is being asked of you lays heavy on your shoulders. Here’s what I’ve learned through my years in trauma healing.
Read MoreAs a photographer, documenting is what I do. That doesn’t stop because of a global pandemic. That’s why I’m so grateful to everyone who said ‘yes’ to the Front Steps Project. I spent my Thursday running around town, photographing this crazy time from the safety of six feet away as families stood out on their front porches.
Read MoreWe are documenting this time by taking five-minute “Front Steps Portraits” of Missoula residents. Our in-house photographer Tiffany Williams with Tiffany Photography will spend Thursday, March 26 scurrying around town to snap super fast images of Missoula families on their front steps. Our goal is to document this interesting time and bring us together virtually since we can’t be together face to face.
Read MoreWith grocery store aisles packed and shortages, families are becoming more aware of how dependent we are on an uninterrupted supply chain for our food. Now is a great time to learn how to grow food at home, whether you live in a house in the suburbs or on acres of land in the country or in a city apartment. Fortunately, it doesn’t take much to start seedlings at home, and it’s a great project for little hands!
Read MoreAs a newfound (and sometimes reluctant) family doing school at home, there may be lots of information bombarding you on social media with minute-by-minute schedules, colored coded organizational plans, and 500 of the “must” see online educational tools. Many kids need and thrive on predictability and routines, but if you are finding yourself overwhelmed and stressed out by this new role, take a moment to read these thoughts from a seasoned homeschool mom.
Read MoreAs the coronavirus/COVID-19 public health crisis hits us here in Montana, there is a great deal of uncertainty and anxiety. School has been closed, our routines have been upended, and we may be constantly checking the news so we get as much information as possible. Here’s some suggestions to support your children during this public health crisis.
Read MoreWhile many Montana families await their school’s instructions for remote learning in light of school closures, it is a great time to bookmark online resources that go above and beyond Paw Patrol or Captain Underpants. Check out these great resources:
Read MoreOk, so your kid’s school could be cancelled until mid-April. Don’t get me wrong, there may be moments of insanity but overall this could be a really special time for you and your children. Check out these 10 tips!
Read MoreWe know that many people have cancelled spring break plans either by choice or because of other restrictions. We support all efforts made to minimize the spread of the COVID-19 illness and know that this may mean hunkering down at home or practicing “social distancing” in public environments. So here’s 20 ideas to keep you and your kiddos occupied!
Read MoreSpring is here and Little League baseball and softball registration is in full swing! Here’s some helpful information whether you’re new to Little League or a seasoned pro.
Read MoreSt. Patrick’s Day is almost here, and the magic of it is so fun with kids! Rainbows, leprechauns, pots of gold, four-leaf clovers. It’s easy to get in the spirit with a little ingenuity, a lot of green, and our guide to celebrating with your family in Western Montana!
Read MoreWhether you believe COVID-19 (also known as Coronavirus) is serious or seriously blown out of proportion, the impact the malady is having lately is undeniable. How are Missoula-area schools, health officials, and parents reacting?
Read MoreOnly one week until spring break, but fear not… there are plenty of camps happening to help wear your kids out! Thanks to Alecia Gray for sending us a list of available camps!
Read MoreLooking for family friendly things to do in Missoula? Here are some exciting events happening around town this week!
Read MoreHow do parents decide who to take their child to, who can help them form a strong foundation for dental health? We asked Missoula parents which dentist they chose for their little ones. Here’s what they’re saying.
Read MoreLooking for family friendly things to do in Missoula? Here are some exciting events happening around town this week!
Read MoreIf you are getting antsy to make your summer plans and schedule, one of the first things you want to decide is summer camps! Although many places still haven’t even posted dates, there are a handful of popular camps that already have registration open! For a peek at all of the camps listed, and for descriptions of each, see our full summer camp guide.
Read MoreCrumbl, a nationwide cookie shop will be opening a location in Missoula at the Grant Creek Town Center on North Reserve next week. According to the boxes handed out this morning, their grand opening will be March 5th and a “free cookie day” happens March 6th.
Read MoreFamily law expert Janel Chin offers suggestions for parents navigating separation or divorce who want to keep their children’s pain from the sudden changes to a minimum. This is the second in a two-part series.
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