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Sledding Hills Guide for Toledo & Surrounding Area

November 30, 2025November 30, 2025momonthegoinholytoledo

Flat! That’s the one word that best describes the terrain in NW Ohio & Southeast Michigan, which is totally fine unless it snows & kiddos want to go sledding. In which case kids have two options, one, gather all the neighborhood kids and have a BYOS (Bring Your Own Snow) party in the front yard, where kids literally gather as much snow from all the yards to make a snow hill, or, hit up a snow hill. But let’s be honest, if you’re not a local these hills are tough to find. So here’s a list of some popular snow hills the locals in NW Ohio & SE Michigan frequent with their kiddos…

10 Magical Events to Attend with Kids Christmas 2025 in Toledo

November 9, 2025November 15, 2025momonthegoinholytoledo

It’s funny, I couldn’t tell you what I wore the Christmas of 1990 (I’m sure it was a gorgeous dress that matched my siblings and we all looked adorable Mom), or what gifts I opened from under the tree, or even if we had snow that year. What I do remember is sipping hot chocolate as we walked through the zoo at night (that in itself is pretty cool to kids) in wonderment at the Lights before Christmas with close family friends, rushing ahead of my parents in awe of the Christmas magic at Children’s Wonderland, touring the over the top decorations at Holidays in the Manor House with my grandparents, seeing the classic, A Christmas Carol, & watching the joy on my father’s face as he recited lines as we watched the classic, It’s a Wonderful Life. That’s the thing about Christmas; it really isn’t about the perfect gift it’s about the time spent with loved ones. So this Christmas let’s focus less on the number of goods under the tree and more on the quality of time spent making childhood memories that our children will cherish for a lifetime.

Throw, Sip, Repeat: Axe 419 is a Mom Must-Try

September 11, 2025September 11, 2025momonthegoinholytoledo

Two Words: WORTH IT.

Fall Bliss at Gust Brothers: The Ultimate Family (and Mom) Day Out

September 8, 2025momonthegoinholytoledo

If you’re anything like me, fall isn’t just a season, it’s a feeling. Cozy sweaters, crisp air, pumpkin spice everything, and golden leaves crunching under your boots. This past weekend, I enjoyed the ultimate place to soak it all in: Gust Brothers Farm, and let me tell you, it was pure magic. I took my daughters and their friends along, and honestly, I don’t think any of us wanted the day to end.

Waddles Playground: The Indoor Play Space Every Toddler Mom Dreams Of

August 30, 2025August 30, 2025momonthegoinholytoledo

If you’re a mom of a toddler, you already know the truth: keeping up with their energy is a full-time job. Some days, it feels like all you want is a safe place where your little one can play, climb, and explore (without you worrying about them being run over by big kids) while you actually take a breath. That’s exactly what Waddles Playground offers! Toledo’s newest indoor play space is designed just for children 5 and under. It’s clean, calm, and full of fun, the kind of spot that feels like a lifesaver on long days when you need to get out of the house but also want somewhere stress-free.

10 Teen Approved Things to do in Toledo

August 7, 2025August 7, 2025momonthegoinholytoledo

Being a teenager is “hard”, “the worst”, ” brutal”, etc., to say the least!! And truth be told, raising a teenager isn’t much different than raising a toddler. And as a parent, raising a toddler, I mean, a teenager, you will be met with much resistance when it comes to activities. Here’s the thing: that resistance is their insecurities manifesting and projecting. Is it safer to just stay at home on their device? Sure. But that doesn’t help them become the person they are meant to be. As parents, we need to encourage and, at times, push them outside of their comfort zone.

Splash Pads, Waterparks, & Pools Guide for Toledo and Surrounding Area

June 22, 2025momonthegoinholytoledo

Temps are rising, days are getting longer, & summer is officially here! Grab the sunblock, beach towels, and snacks, and get the kids to a splash pad, waterpark, or pool! Here’s a guide to some local and surrounding area pools, splash parks, and waterparks. Find a favorite to frequent all summer or challenge the fam to hit them all! As always, please call before visiting to confirm hours of operation and admission.

Wauseon Public Pool OPEN & ONLY $5!!!

June 17, 2025August 12, 2025momonthegoinholytoledo

Temps rising, sun blazing, & the cost of a waterpark is just outside your budget? Thankfully, the amazing community of Wauseon, Ohio, has been kind enough to extend an invitation to their local pool to all visitors. Which, let’s be honest, is kinda a huge deal, especially when they totally had the option of only including individuals from their local community. Thus, with that being stated, when visiting, please extend your gratitude, thank them for opening the pool to visitors, practice your best poolside manners, and, most importantly, have fun!

June Events at Sauder Village

June 5, 2025momonthegoinholytoledo

Kick off summer with family fun, flavorful food and meaningful memories at Sauder Village with four exciting special events.

Rolling Hills Water Park Is OPEN!

May 31, 2025May 31, 2025momonthegoinholytoledo

It was late July and I had just posted a meet-up with our playgroup, our destination, Rolling Hills Water Park in Ypsilanti, MI. As a mom I was slightly terrified, how was I going to watch all three kiddos go in three different directions at a water park? Turns out one of the best things I ever did was to make the event a playdate meet-up! Many eyes and hands make for light work when it comes to watching children. Playgroup moms are like an extension of themselves. We each divided and conquered the water park that day. Two moms took a group of kiddos to the lazy river, another two took kids to the water slides, and two stayed by the splash area with toddlers, and it was such a relaxing, enjoyable, and fun day for all of us, moms and kiddos. Seven years later and we are still continuing the tradition!