Did you know? The nation’s first Au Pair agency is now available in Savannah! Au Pair in America provides flexible, affordable, live-in child care with a cultural flair. Learn why Verywell Family named Au Pair in America “Best Overall Au Pair Agency” for the third year in a row.
Au Pair in America is offering a special offer for Savannah-area families: a $350 program fee discount when you apply by Nov. 30 2023, plus no application fee. Use promo code SAV when you apply.
Au Pair in America was the first program authorized by the Department of State to serve as sponsor for the au pair program and has provided the opportunity for more than 110,000 au pairs to live with families like yours across the United States for over 30 years.
With an au pair, you will be able to create your own child care schedule of up to 10 hours per day and up to 45 hours per week. By having your child care provider living in your home, dealing with sick days and life’s little surprises has never been easier.
Discover the difference of live-in cultural child-care.
Did you know? The nation’s first Au Pair agency is now available in Savannah! Au Pair in America provides flexible, affordable, live-in child care with a cultural flair. Learn why Verywell Family named Au Pair in America “Best Overall Au Pair Agency” for the third year in a row.
Au Pair in America is offering a special offer for Savannah-area families: a $350 program fee discount when you apply by Nov. 30 2023, plus no application fee. Use promo code SAV when you apply.
Au Pair in America was the first program authorized by the Department of State to serve as sponsor for the au pair program and has provided the opportunity for more than 110,000 au pairs to live with families like yours across the United States for over 30 years.
With an au pair, you will be able to create your own child care schedule of up to 10 hours per day and up to 45 hours per week. By having your child care provider living in your home, dealing with sick days and life’s little surprises has never been easier.
Discover the difference of live-in cultural child-care.
Sign up your child for fun so you can enjoy a childfree night @ Summit Gymnastics, Savannah
Summit Gymnastics in Savannah will host a Parents Night Out, 5-9PM Fri. Nov. 10 2023 so you can enjoy a childfree night while your kid(s) have fun at Summit’s gym.
Kids from ages 4-12 are invited. (must be potty trained) Cost: $40.
Pre-register in advance because spots are limted. Register online here.
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Did you know? The nation’s first Au Pair agency is now available in Savannah! Au Pair in America provides flexible, affordable, live-in child care with a cultural flair. Learn why Verywell Family named Au Pair in America “Best Overall Au Pair Agency” for the third year in a row.
Au Pair in America is offering a special offer for Savannah-area families: a $350 program fee discount when you apply by Oct. 31 2023, plus no application fee. Use promo code SAV when you apply.
Au Pair in America was the first program authorized by the Department of State to serve as sponsor for the au pair program and has provided the opportunity for more than 110,000 au pairs to live with families like yours across the United States for over 30 years.
With an au pair, you will be able to create your own child care schedule of up to 10 hours per day and up to 45 hours per week. By having your child care provider living in your home, dealing with sick days and life’s little surprises has never been easier.
Discover the difference of live-in cultural child-care.
Despite the fact that mental health disorders are one of the most common diseases among children, the idea of mental health advocacy for our children is still pretty rare.
Read here how Dr. Keith Seibert and his wife, Dr. Heather Seibert, both pediatric advocates at SouthCoast Health in Richmond Hill, helped one 11-year-old girl who was struggling with mental illness including anxiety and ADHD. Learn more here.
JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District at 400 W. River Street will host a job fair Tues. Aug. 22, 9AM-4PM to fill a variety of positions. Attendees can find career opportunities with competitive wages and benefits.
Immediate openings are available for in a range of areas including culinary, housekeeping, food and beverage and engineering. Medical, dental and vision benefits are available as well as a Marriott Room Discount Program, free employee shift meals, tuition reimbursement, free uniforms, life insurance and more.
Job Fair highlights include on-site interviews, an overview of benefits available to Kessler Collection associates and free parking in the Plant Riverside District public parking garage (tickets will be validated at the job fair). Qualified candidates will receive job offers at the event. Employment is contingent on successful completion of a background check.
The JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District Job Fair is free and open to the public. Attendees are invited to pre-register online at kesslercareers.comor to bring a resume to the job fair on Aug. 22.
According to Coastal Care Partners Pediatrician Dr. Kelsey Alexander: “It’s smart for all parents to know in emergency situations. That’s why we consider this such an incredibly important service to offer to our community.”
The Pediatric CPR classes are 30-minute classes offered once a week at 11:45AM on Thursdays at Coastal Care Partners’ office, located at 4B Skidaway Village Walk.
These classes offer one-on-one instruction with Shelley Fields, who serves as Medical Assistant for Coastal Care Partners’ pediatric clinic and has 24 years of experience as a paramedic.
“These 30-minute classes are a great opportunity for parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles, and babysitters to learn practical tips and ask questions in a comforting environment,” said Dr. Alexander.
These classes – which are open to the public – are not certification courses.
Pre-registration is required, and interested participants are able to sign up by calling the Coastal Care Partners office @ 912.598.6312 or register online here.
Cost: $55 for members of Coastal Care Partners’ Pediatric and/or Adult Primary Care practices, and $65 for nonmembers.
Latch helps those who are looking to find success with pumping when returning to work, exclusively pump, or those who just want to occasionally feed their baby pumped milk for whatever the reason!
This free weekly e-letter in your email every Wednesday keeps you savvy about all the kid-friendly happenings as well as summer camps 2023, free events, pediatricians and more.
Pegasus Riding Academy is a therapeutic riding program in Savannah providing safe, professional and ethicalequine assisted activities for individuals with physical, mental or emotional disabilities.
Volunteers are needed to assist these special children. This is a perfect opportunity for high school students in need of volunteer hours to graduate.
Volunteer Orientation will be this Sat. June 3 2023, 10:30AM.
Horse experience not necessary. Patience & dedication are necessary.
Pegasus Riding Academy is located at Old Roberds Dairy, 2500 Tennessee Ave. Savannah
Information & directions: www.prasav.org or call 907-414-1236
Sign up your child for a week-long session of fun this summer.
Pegasus is a therapeutic riding program providing equine assisted activities for individual with physical, mental or emotional disabilities.
Sessions are conducted by a Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructors.
Camp is 9AM till noon, Monday through Friday. Participants will enjoy riding, interacting with the horse during ground school and equestrian related art projects or nature program.
Tuition fees include snacks, craft materials, one t-shirt and safety riding gear.
Participants should wear long pants while riding and have on closed toed shoes at all time. If your child has food allergies be sure to make a note on Enrollment Forms.
Visit PRASAV.ORG or call 912-547-6482 with questions.
Camps are also offered weeka of June 12h, June 26h and July 10th and 17th 2023.
Latch Breastfeeding Support is a trusted name in the Savannah community. Latch has a history of working closely with families, physicians, and a variety of other health and wellness practitioners in seeking optimal outcomes for their clients.
Come to Savannah JEA for the last Kids’ Night Out of the season: “Retro Game Night” 6-10PM Sat. April 29 2023.
There will be a Double Dare themed obstacle course, messy trivia, pizza making for a snack and much more. Savannah JEA has saved the best for last…register today!
There’s no need to stress about finding a babysitter. Parent’s Night Out, Fri. March 24, 5-9PM
Just sign the little ones up for a fun filled night of games, gymnastics, and pizza. You’ll be able to enjoy date night worry-free and child-free while the kids have a blast with Summit Gymnastics’ amazing coaches thanks to Parent’s Night Out, Fri. March 24, 5-9PM for kids ages 4-12.
Latch Breastfeeding Support offers a monthly prenatal breastfeeding class as an informative introduction to breastfeeding that builds on the instinctive behaviors that your baby possesses from birth.
There’s no need to stress about finding a babysitter this Valentine’s Day weekend.
Just sign the little ones up for a fun filled night of games, gymnastics, and pizza. You’ll be able to enjoy date night worry-free and child-free while the kids have a blast with Summit Gymnastics’ amazing coaches thanks to Parent’s Night Out, Fri. Feb. 17 2023, 6-10PM, for kids ages 4-12.
There’s no need to stress about finding a babysitter this Valentine’s Day weekend.
Just sign the little ones up for a fun filled night of games, gymnastics, and pizza. You’ll be able to enjoy date night worry-free and child-free while the kids have a blast with Summit Gymnastics’ amazing coaches thanks to Parent’s Night Out, Fri. Feb. 17 2023, 6-10PM, for kids ages 4-12.
Parents, join Calvary Day School for the 2023 Dancing With the Calvary Stars, presented by Chatham Parkway Toyota, which will be held Friday, February 10 at Victory North in Savannah.
Enjoy a cocktail hour, dinner, dancing, and silent auction! Don’t miss your chance to see Calvary Stars take the stage!
Grab your best party dress and dancing shoes as we dance the night away! View ticket and table package options here.
There’s no need to stress about finding a babysitter to enjoy some childfree time, just sign the little ones up for a fun filled night of games, gymnastics, and pizza.
You’ll be able to enjoy date night worry-free and child-free while the kids have a blast with Summit Gymnastics’ amazing coaches thanks to Parent’s Night Out, Fri. Jan. 13 2023, 6:30-10:30PM.
For kids ages 4-12. Children must be potty trained to attend.
Savannah Adventist Christian School has a few spots available right now! They have two-day, three-day, and five-day spots in Preschool and full-time spots in Pre-K.
Call to schedule a tour or start the application process here.
Children must be fully potty-trained and be at least three years old to start Preschool. Children who are 4 on or before Sept. 1 2022 are eligible for Pre-K enrollment.
The early childhood center is at 50 Godley Way, Pooler, GA 31322.
The childcare program is for mildly ill children ages 3 months to 14 years of age who are too sick to go to school or daycare. At Bearly Sick, your child receives special attention from certified Patient Care Technicians for minor illnesses such as a cold, allergies, fevers under 101 degrees or infections for which the child has received antibiotics over the previous 24 hours.
Registration is required by calling Bearly Sick at 912-819-7382 during normal business hours or after-hours by calling the pediatric nurses’ station at 912-819-6215. The cost is $24 a day for St. Joseph’s/Candler co-workers and the general public.
Being a mom in Savannah means going places — to and from school, ball games, play dates, music lessons, or any number of other events that require a vehicle. With gas prices going through the roof, all that driving can really add up in terms of expenses — but you can mitigate that by starting up a carpooling group among friends, family, or co-workers.
Reasons to Set Up a Carpooling Group
One of the first and most obvious benefits to starting a carpooling group: saving on fuel costs! When everyone chips in, everyone saves money and has to fill their gas tank less often — but those aren’t the only benefits to starting a carpooling group. For one thing, the financial benefits aren’t limited to gas — you’ll also save money on parking fees and car maintenance, because you’ll be driving a car a lot less than you might be otherwise!
Some other perks of starting a carpooling group include:
It’s more fun. Commuting or driving back and forth from events can be a bit of a drag on your own, but if you have one or more friends along, things are likely to get much more lively. You might not notice the frustrating traffic and travel time so much when you have several people to talk to on the way!
The carpool lane! If you’re traveling with more than one person in the car, you might be able to shave some time off that trip by using the carpool lane. Just imagine: shorter trips that are way more fun than driving alone? Bliss.
Another way you can save money by carpooling comes as a side effect of driving less — your Georgia car insurance rates could drop due to a low mileage discount. Check with your insurer to see if you’d be eligible — it can’t hurt to take a few more bucks off your insurance bill!
Finally, don’t be afraid to ask your employer about ride-sharing or carpooling incentives. You never know!
Getting Started
If you’re intimidated at the thought of starting a carpooling or ride-sharing group, don’t fret. If you’re a busy mom, chances are you either know other busy moms, or your kids have friends whose parents may well fall in love with the idea.
In fact, that should be one of your first steps — talk to your kids about whom they might feel comfortable riding with on a daily or weekly basis, and get in touch with those parents. You can also ask around during extracurricular activities to see who’s interested in sharing rides to and from those activities. Preferably, your group would mostly be made up of people from your neighborhood, but don’t rule out willing members if they live a couple of blocks away.
Keep in mind as well that your carpooling group doesn’t have to be massive, or even composed of more than one family — if you set up a ride-sharing schedule with your next door neighbors and no one else, that still counts!
Once you have some interested parties, it’s time to organize a meeting so everyone can meet and get on friendly terms with everyone. You want to keep this a pleasant experience, after all, and that means making sure everyone is a good fit for everyone else.
Once you’ve completed that step, you should plan a driving rotation. This won’t take much work if you’re involving just one other family, but once your group gets bigger than that, it’s critical to work out a clear schedule up-front and make sure everyone is accountable. Designating certain days of the week for certain pick-ups and drop-offs is one of the easiest ways to manage this.
You don’t all have to meet in person to do this, either — for example, you could create a Facebook group or start a shared calendar on Google to get everyone on the same page.
Next Steps
Once you’ve gotten the groundwork laid, you’re well on your way — but there are still a few finer points you might want to go over with your fellow carpoolers.
Make sure to account for traffic or other delays when scheduling pick-ups and drop-offs, and build in extra time! Better to be a little late than to drive recklessly to try to be on time.
Establish a course of action for when a child or parent is sick. You know it’s going to happen!
Set some proper ground rules, such as no running of errands with a car full of kids, or only parents allowed (i.e. no teen drivers). This will help avoid misunderstandings and hurt feelings down the road.
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