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100 FREE Things To Do Wilmington,NC
Family-Friendly, Fun regardless of age Welcome to your ultimate guide to experiencing the best of Wilmington without spending a dime! 🎉✨ I’ve curated a list of 100 FREE things to do in this vibrant city, so you can explore, discover, and create unforgettable memories without breaking the bank. Whether you’re a local looking for new…
Local Independence Day Celebrations
Independence Day Celebration: Wilmington, NC will host a grand celebration with fireworks, live music, food vendors, and family-friendly activities. The festivities take place along the Riverwalk.
Packing For Walt Disney World
The Disney vacation with 2 little humans is always a fun adventure. Early mornings for park openings, late night firework shows and all the memories made in between. Now, you know what works best for your family, but my frugal family is there at gate opening and stays until the park closes. We don’t return…
Fathers Day Gift Ideas
If you are on the hunt for a Father’s Day Gift Idea, check out this list. New gift ideas are added each day! Follow along on WilmingtonMom Instagram for more details! Surfer Dads Gamer Dads
Summer Concert Series | 2023
Here is a complete guide to family-friendly summer concert series in and around Wilmington, NC. Be sure to double check on the linked websites below for up-to-date details! Tuesday’s Topsail FREE 2023 Topsail Sounds Summer Concert Series will occur every Tuesday from 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM at Topsail Beach Town Center. Bring your lawn…
Wilmington Swim Academy Review
Our family is always near the water; not to mention Wilmington is almost completely surrounded by it! So in the summer, naturally, we find ourselves going to the beach or a pool to escape the heat and humidity. As a Wilmington mom, juggling two children near the water, I was eager to get our daughter…
Adopt – A – Senior 2022
Each year WilmingtonMom partners up with Elderhaus to provide a little Christmas spirit for participants in need at Elderhaus. Elderhaus is an adult day service in Wilmington, NC that helps seniors in our community live independently, while also receiving assistance where needed. This year, our list for Elderhaus participants were claimed in under 48 hours,…
Best Local Annual Memberships
Looking for a unique Christmas or birthday gift for a child in the Wilmington area? I have you covered! Feel free to send Santa or Grandma this list. These experiences are truly the gifts that keep on giving all year around. Check out the top suggestions below along with all the details: # 1 -…
Halloween – Decor + Best Trick or Treating
Wilmington, NC (in and around) Leland Wilmington Other Homes decorated! Don’t see your neighborhood and want to add it? Send an email to wilmingtonmomnc@gmail.com
2022 Maze Craze at Galloway Farm
Show this coupon at the gate or use the promotional code to buy in advance online.
Beach Baby Must Haves
As a local beach mom, I compiled my favorite must have items for those little beach babies. Whether you live at the beach or just visiting, you’ll want to ensure your little one stays cool in the shade, protected from the sun and hydrated, of course. Check out my Amazon Storefront for quick links to…
Community Pools in Wilmington, NC
Earl Jackson Pool Website 750 Bess St. Wilmington, NC(910) 833-5455 Pool Schedule:Monday-Friday, 10:30 am-4:00 pm Saturday-Sunday, 12:00-5:00pm Daily Rate:$3/Adult$1/Child Season Pass:Month to Month$10/Child$25/Adult$40/Family Up to 10 Echo Farms Pool Website 4112 Echo Farms BlvdWilmington, NC 28412Phone: (910) 798-7730 Daily Rate:$4/Adult$2/Child Season Pass:$100/Individual; $175/Family*More information to come Pool Schedule:Tentative Public Swim Schedule (beginning May 28, 2022):Monday,…
Shopping Local – Wilmington, NC
Everyone loves to support our local businesses and that makes me so happy! Check back often if you are looking for local items. Local Spots with local goodies: Agape Market Biggers Market Blue Moon Gift Shop Candle Etc. Cast Iron Kitchen Eagle Island Fruit and Seafood Lewis Farms My Sisters Cottage Noni Bacca Winery Pine…
I Survived Gestational Diabetes
Recently diagnosed with Gestational Diabetes? I’ve been there friend. I remember it so clearly. I had just finished my second glucose test and the nurse called. “Unfortunately….” {this was the part when that bubble formed in my throat and I knew I was going to start crying} “…you failed your glucose test. Girl, I let…
Breastfeeding 101
Hey soon-to-be momma! You are getting ready to have a baby (yay!) and you have probably thought more about what that baby is going to wear home from the hospital than about feeding her/him, but like a true friend, I think you should start thinking about those boobs of yours and how your baby will…
Brunswick Nature Park
Address: 2601 River Road (NC 133), Winnabow, NC 28479 On HWY 133 just outside of Leland, NC is Brunswick Nature Park, which was created in 2004 by the Coastal Land Trust and Brunswick County. The park is located on 912 acres of undeveloped land and has several trails for the family and possibly your family…
Brunswick Riverwalk Park
Address: 580 River Rd SE, Leland, NC 28451 Located just out of Leland, NC on HWY 133 sits a hidden gem that we stumbled upon after visiting Brunswick Nature Park one afternoon. Brunswick Riverwalk Park is one of those parks that I could visit over and over again. I’d actually love to capture the sunrise…
Abbey Foy-Moore Nature Preserve
Address: 10200 US-17, Wilmington, NC 28411 (Scotts Hill/Porter’s Neck/Hampstead area) Located off of US-17 between Hampstead and Porter’s Neck area of Wilmington is Poplar Grove Plantation, known for it’s weekly Farmer’s Market and history which is open to the public for tours. Beside the plantation sits a gravel parking lot that welcomes guest visiting the…
Greenfield Lake Park
Address: 1739 Burnett Blvd, Wilmington Located close to downtown Wilmington, Greenfield Lake/Park is a must see. This is one of my favorite parks in Wilmington, NC. It’s filled with nature, wildlife and fun activities for kids and adults. Oh and there is a ton of space for dogs to enjoy as well. Picnic under the…
Transitioning Out of the Swaddle
My Experience My little one LOVED to be swaddled. Since she was brought home from the hospital, we would wrap her up like a tiny burrito and hold her or lay her down for naps. I honestly didn’t put clothes on the child until she was about 1.5 months because she loved to being swaddled…
Working from Home with Baby
Thinking about working from home with a baby? Well this one is for you mama! I won’t tell you that is a magical ride and super easy because to be honest the last week was rough. My husband and I both work for companies that allow us to work virtually and with all the toys…
Smith Creek Park
Address: 33 Shenandoah St, Wilmington, NC 28411 7. Smith Creek Park and Nature Preserve Located off of Harris Road/Gordon Road in the Ogden area is Smith Creek Park and Smith Creek Nature Preserve. This park is slightly hidden and a nice surprise in midst of the hustle and bustle of the large neighborhoods on this…
Pages Creek Preserve
Address: 1215 Middle Sound Loop Rd, Wilmington, NC 28411 6. Pages Creek Preserve This is a wonderful place to come if you want to take a walk in nature. It is so quiet and peaceful and an easy walk to the water – Pages Creek. Along the trail, you will find 3 informational signs on…
Summer Rest Trail
Address: 1981 Eastwood Rd, Wilmington, NC 28403 (Port City Chop House) 5. Summer Rest Trail Take a stroll down this beautiful trail shaded with large trees and nice greenery. The trail is about .7 mile long (one way) and ends at the Wrightsville Beach Bridge. This trail is actually a small section of the Gary…
Arrowhead Park
Address: 720 Arnold Rd, Wilmington, NC 28412 4. Arrowhead Park Off of Carolina Beach Rd and River Road in the Silver Lake area is Arrowhead Park, which is one of the “go-to” parks if you are looking for Disc Golf. There are large open fields, a small playground, a covered picnic area, in addition to…
Empie Park
Address: 3405 Park Ave, Wilmington, NC 28403 3. Empie Park Located near the Independence Mall and behind Wilmington Fire Station 2, Virginia Pearson Empie Park aka “Empie Park” is a nice park for tennis players, small humans and dogs alike. The park includes: a dog park nice large playground several covered picnic areas 19-tennis courts…
Wade Park
Address: 3500 Bethal Rd, Wilmington, NC 28409 Tucked away at the end of Bethel Road in the “Pine Valley” area of Wilmington is James E. L. Wade Park, also known as “Wade Park”. It is a 17-acre wetland park filled with nature, beautiful scenery, a playground, covered picnic area and a .5 mile paved trail.…
Wrightsville Beach North End
1. Wrightsville Beach – The North End Wrightsville Beach offers a lot of fun kid-friendly activities. If you like being outside, don’t mind a walk in the sand and are willing to pay for parking (~$3/hr | March 1 to October 31 from 9am to 7pm (with some enforced 9am – 8pm) then I recommend heading…
Hospital Bag Checklist
My first bit of advice is to go ahead and get your bag ready because you never know when you will go into labor. Never! So, even if you are 30 weeks, go ahead and pack your bag. Our baby girl came 4 weeks early and I thankfully had the bags packed. Below you’ll find…
Post-Partum Check-List
Alright mama, here are the items that you will want once you get back home from the hospital. The next few weeks are a bit like being a walking zombie and if you are breastfeeding, then you may also feel like a cow. I remember my husband holding Brooke for 10 minutes and the moment…
Product Review – Hatch Baby Grow
Hey mamas! So, you must be asking, is the “Hatch Baby Grow” worth the cha-ching?? On Amazon, it is about $150. Well, take a look at my honest review. I am not paid for this review. I actually purchased it off of FB Marketplace used, but wasn’t sure as a first time mom if it…
Must Haves – “The Basics”
Diapers | Pampers Pure or Kirkland Brand from Costco (Amazon~$50) I recommend becoming a member at Sams Club or Costco I did a lot of research when I was pregnant and after using Pampers, these are what I recommend to other moms. If you do end up using Pampers, download their free mobile app for…
Must Haves – “Bath Time”
Bath time is a bit nerve racking in the beginning. Your goal here is to get baby clean, but make sure the water isn’t too hot or too cold and of course, make it an enjoyable experience. Here are the necessary items I feel make bath time something we all look forward to. Must Haves…
Must Haves – “Sleeping”
We all want sleep and we always hear “you will never sleep with a newborn”, but I don’t think that is always true. Here are the top items that I feel are necessities those first few months. I attempt to keep every item gender neutral which is helpful if you plan on having more than…
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