April 2024 Issue

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Who’s Assisting You With Your Child’s Care?

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From the Publisher – April 2024

Springtime down south just hits differently. The temperature is finally rising, and we can slowly venture outside after another long winter. However, now there is pollen to contend with, and […]

Mom to Mom MAR AOP

Mom to Mom with Stacy Young

AOP: You own Variations Dance Studio in Auburn. Becoming an entrepreneur can be a long road; can you tell us a bit about when you started and the moment you […]

Dinner's Ready AOP MAR

Dinner’s Ready: Elizabeth Alexander’s Easy Jambalaya

The Alexander family loves to be together, exploring their wonderful home of Auburn, including the local parks and recreation areas. “One of our favorite things to do as a family […]

Student & School Spotlights MAR AOP

March 2024 Student Spotlights

Every month we compile a list of students doing great things across the Wiregrass.  We have so many talented students in our area.  Wiregrass Parents joins with their families and [...]
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What To Look For When Youre Looking For A Day Care

What To Look For When You’re Looking For A Day Care

When considering an appropriate day care for your kids, how do you choose among the various programs available? What are some important factors to consider? Drawing on the advice of […]

meeting kids where they are April

Avoid Making Assumptions

When was the last time you examined any assumptions you have made about your children? If you have not done this recently, follow the advice of Alan Alda, who said, […]

Parenting the Video Game Fanatic How To Encourage Other Interests

Parenting the Video Game Fanatic: How To Encourage Other Interests

“It’s time for karate class,” I said to my 13-year-old son.“Do I have to go?”“Yes.” This has been a common exchange between us for a variety of activities over the […]

Solutions to Sticky Situations

Solutions to Sticky Situations

You’re in public and your child makes an embarrassing comment to someone.They pick their nose while you are eating at a restaurant.They share an embarrassing story about you. Every parent […]

DAve Says April

If You’re Not Going All In, Stay Out

I have an idea for a small business I think would be a huge success in my area. How do you feel about me keeping my current day job, and […]

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