Amanda Holliday-Bembridge
When she's not reading a thriller or crocheting something new, Amanda loves exploring all of the incredible options in the DMV area with her (almost as tall as her) little one. Her desire to continue learning more about young children and their families pushed her to become Doc Holliday, receiving her doctorate in Infant & Early Childhood Development specializing in Infant Mental Health and Developmental Disorders. Years of working with young children and prenatal/postnatal mamas have given her hours of material that she is excited to share in her blog posts. (She had her half-Jamaican son born during a blizzard and traveled to the hospital in Uber. Just one of the fun stories she has to tell!)
Toddler-Friendly Summer Scavenger Hunt!
Looking to keep your little one busy this summer? Check out this list of super fun, toddler-friendly summer activities in and around DC that...
Turn Candy Into Fun Math Learning Activities for Kids Ages 6-11
If you're looking for a way to keep your big kid excited about learning math, these candy-based ideas are definitely ones you want to...
Candy-Themed Fun Math Learning Activities for Little Kids Ages 2-5
If you're looking for a way to get your little one excited about learning math, these candy-based ideas are definitely ones you want to...
4 Volunteering Opportunities for Kids in the DMV
What could be a better way to teach big concepts like gratitude, empathy, and caring for others than by volunteering? There are tons of...
Schedule Some Sanity: 4 Tips to Make Your Life Calm and Organized
Does it ever seem like life can only get busier and crazier? I find myself thinking, “Ok, next week will be nuts, but after...
9 Indoor Activities That Tire Out Energetic and Active Kids
Our household believes in the phrase, “There isn’t bad weather, only bad clothing” when it comes to outdoor play. But some days, between work...
Make a Holiday Cards Photo Book in 3 Easy Steps
We LOVE getting tons of holiday cards each year, even from people we haven’t seen in years, because of how cute the kiddos look...
The Best Things to do on New Year’s Eve With Kids
My little guy and I are always excited for a party or balloon drop, so when New Year's Eve comes around, we're ready to...
Christmas Tree Farm Guide
Last year, for the first time ever, we cut down our own Christmas tree at a local tree farm. I still don't know who...
2025 Holiday Light Display Guide
It's time to light the lights! Check out the best walking and driving places to enjoy holiday light displays across the DMV area!
Walking Light...
30+ Ideas For Non-Sleepers At Rest Time
So your little one is refusing to sleep, and you’re not ready to give up nap time? There is a happy medium: Rest Time! What’s...
Gifts Your Child’s Teacher Does (& Doesn’t) Want This Year
As a past preschool teacher, I'm now on the mom-side of the fence and thinking about what my child’s teachers really would like as...
20 Empowering Mom Support Groups in the DC Area
Smile Wonders is proud to sponsor this guide of local Mom Support Groups! All of these groups are here to support moms and create...
6 Ways to Support Someone With Infertility
How do we thoughtfully support someone with infertility? Infertility can be one of the most isolating struggles we face as women. We shouldn't do...