Miami is a unique place, isn’t it?
Whether you grew up in the 305 or moved from somewhere else, you’ve no doubt discovered the many things that make Miami a one-of-a-kind place to live. There’s the year-round sunshine, beaches, palm trees, Art Deco architecture, cafecito, and the many cultures reflected all around us.
But here at Miami Mom Collective, we believe Miami can also be a great place to raise a family. And we love creating relevant resources to encourage, equip, and empower local moms (and dads, too!).
So for 305 Day, we are thrilled to bring you this guide to all things Miami. This guide–featuring a curated collection of local resources ranging from summer camps to ideas for local family fun, education and schools, food and drink, travel and hotels, and MUCH more–is one we’re sure you’ll want to bookmark and refer to over and over again! It’s just one of the many ways we hope to make mom life in The Magic City a little easier.
So grab a colada, toast 305 Day, and check out the resources below created just for YOU, Mama!
Summer Camps
Summer Camps 2024: A Miami Mom’s Ultimate Guide
This guide is brought to you by The Real Food Academy as well as our partners listed below.
Miami Mom Collective, Miami’s premier parenting resource, is thrilled to announce our 6th Annual Miami Summer Camps...
Local Family Fun
April Guide to Miami Family Events & Activities
April 2024 Local Family Friendly Events & Activities
If you are looking for a guide of family events and activities in the 305 to keep you and your family entertained this month, we have got...
Indoor Play Places: A Local Mom’s Guide to Miami’s Best
This guide is brought to you by Sky Zone Trampoline Park as well as our partners listed below.
Miami Mom Collective, Miami’s premier parenting resource, is thrilled to announce our 2023 Guide to Miami’s Best...
Your Guide to Water Parks, Pools and Splash Pads Around Miami
With temperatures in Miami already soaring, it feels almost unbearable to be outside in this heat unless you're splashing around one of Miami's pools, water parks, or splash pads!
We hope you find this a...
Local Playground Guide: 18 Parks With Playgrounds in Miami
One of the many perks of living in sunny South Florida is that we can enjoy the outdoors year-round. Thankfully, our beautiful Miami has some great parks to offer for small and big children....
Losner Park in Homestead: Come and Visit!
Going to the park is one of my girls’ favorite things to do. So looking for new parks to discover and explore is always on my radar for them. As a matter of fact,...
Miami Dog Parks: 3 Local Playtime Spots for Your Fur Baby
Calling all dog mamas! If you’re a resident of Miami-Dade or just happen to be passing through with your family and the pups, here are 3 local Miami dog parks for you to consider...
Local Family-Friendly Fun: 4 Things to See & Do in Miami
When people think of Miami, they often think of the nightlife on South Beach. But the Magic City is also a great place to explore with the family! Whether you're a tourist or a...
Free Things to Do in Miami With Kids
Miami is, without a doubt, a gorgeous city and has so many nice sights and activities to offer. However, our beautiful city has a bad rep for being quite pricey. If you feel like...
Everglades National Park: Perfect for a Family-Friendly Adventure
Everglades National Park is a peaceful and majestic family-friendly place where you can discover so many wild and wonderful natural splendors. As the only subtropical preserve in North America, it’s an integral part of...
Education + Schools
Miami Preschools Guide
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Miami Mom Collective, Miami’s Premier Parenting Resource, is thrilled to announce our 4th Annual Miami Preschools Guide!
Choosing the Best Preschool in Miami For Your Family
Miami...
Miami Private Schools Guide
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Miami Mom Collective, Miami's Premier Parenting Resource, is thrilled to announce our 2023-2024 Miami Private Schools Guide. This guide features the best private schools...
Educational Resources Guide: Tutoring, Therapists & More!
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Miami Mom Collective, Miami's Premier Parenting Resource, is excited to announce our 2nd Annual Educational Resources Guide: School Assistance, Virtual Learning, Therapy, Tutoring, Homeschool...
Resources: How to Access Them Through MDCPS
Summertime is over and it's that time again! Miami-Dade County Public Schools opens its doors to students this year on Thursday, August 17, 2023. Navigating any school or its resources shouldn't be an added...
VPK Enrollment & Registration: What You Need to Know
"Sign up for VPK," they said.
My son was 3.5 years old at the time. I'd been a stay-at-home mom since the summer after his first birthday and was teaching him the things he needed...
Stride K12 Digital Academy of Florida
Is your child's school year off to a bad start? You still have options! It's not too late to evaluate the various schooling options and switch to what is best for your child.
With modern...
So You Think You Want to be Homeschooling in Miami?
The dust has started to settle (maybe) after your first round of COVID-19 homeschooling in Miami. As of this writing, Miami-Dade County Public Schools has announced that distance learning from home is how this...
Food & Drink
Your Guide to Coffee Shops in Miami
Looking for the best coffee shops in Miami? Miami Mom Collective, Miami’s premier parenting resource, is thrilled to share our Annual Guide to Coffee Shops in Miami. This guide features the best local coffee...
Guide to Miami’s Best Donut Shops
National Donut Day is June 2nd, but we support donuts all year round!
It seems like there is a National Day for everything under the sun. National Bean Day (January 6), National Mustard Day (August...
Where to Find the Best Pizza in Miami
In honor of National Pizza Day (February 9!) -- and because we all love good pizza -- we've put together your guide to THE BEST PIZZA IN MIAMI!
VICE CITY PIZZA
Address: at Abi Maria, 8860...
Best Ice Cream Shops in Miami
I scream, you scream, we all scream for...you guessed it: ice cream shops in Miami! There are tons of great places to get ice cream in Miami and our team did the hard work...
The Ultimate List of Food & Meal Delivery Services in Miami
This resource guide is brought to you by our sponsors listed below.
Meal delivery services are all the rage these days! As busy Moms, we can understand why. Save time on meal prep and have...
Miami Eats and Treats: Support Local Black-Owned Restaurants
One of the best ways to give your support to marginalized individuals is through financial support. As an entrepreneur myself, I can't think of a better way to do that than by directly supporting...
Cuban Restaurants: A Roundup Guide to Miami’s Best
Miami has developed quite a reputation for its local food scene. Especially when it comes to the best Cuban restaurants! If you're looking for a local spot for your next girls' lunch, date night,...
Kids Eat Free (or Cheap) Miami Restaurant Guide
Don’t you sometimes wish your kids could eat free? That you could go out and not spend double on dinner because you’re going as a family?
I hope this list of kids eat free (or...
Brunch in Miami: 4 of Our Favorite Local Spots
Let's do brunch!
Brunch is special, isn't it? And in a late-night, event town like Miami, going out for brunch at a local restaurant is part of what makes life in Miami fun! So whether...
Restaurants in Coral Gables: 6 of My Favorites
There’s a reason Coral Gables is called The City Beautiful. It truly is one of the most gorgeous and boujee places in the 305. But there are more than just beautiful houses, parks, and...
Restaurants in Homestead: My Top 5
Homestead is located south of Miami--just north of the Florida Keys but still very much Miami-Dade County. Although very often overlooked as you’re fighting traffic while heading down to the Keys, it is where...
Miami Rooftop Dining: A Roundup Guide to Local Patios & Rooftops
The weekend is here and you're looking for the perfect Miami rooftop dining spot with great food, breathtaking views, and amazing ambiance. We've got you covered! Whether you're searching for something different for date...
Date Night: A Roundup Guide to Miami’s Best Local Spots
Looking to plan a special date night? Maybe somewhere special for a birthday, anniversary, Valentine's Day, or just because. Whatever the occasion, we have no doubt these local spots will make your next date...
Eat Local: 4 of Miami’s Best Local Farmers’ Markets
Local farmers' markets are wonderful, aren't they? Whether you're looking for fresh, locally grown produce or goods from local artisans, you're sure to enjoy some family-friendly fun in the South Florida sun. Here are...
Travel, Hotels & Resorts
Ultimate Florida Staycation Guide | Local Vacation Destinations
This guide is brought to you by our Travel Sponsors featured below.
South Florida is one of the world's most popular travel destinations. It's good to remind ourselves that we live where people vacation! Our...
5 Unexpected Family-Friendly Luxury Hotels in Miami
Contrary to various rap songs and celebrity spottings featured in US Weekly, Miami offers so much more than party scenes and club-life. From the art culture and concerts to beach days and neighborhood festivals,...
5 Tips for Visiting Family With a Child With Special Needs
It is official! Visiting family and friends is finally back in style! After almost 3 years of quarantining and staying home for the holidays, we opted to travel for Thanksgiving to visit family in...
Disney Freebies: Grab One or More (Plus Other Inexpensive Tips)
What? I can get things for free at Disney? It's difficult to believe but yes, you can actually save while visiting the parks with a Disney freebie or few. I don't need to convince...
Take a Summer Siesta in Sarasota
For those of us with school-age children, March to June seems like such a long haul with very minimal days off. Summer is such a welcome time for both parents and kids to get...
Trump International Beach Resort Sunny Isles | Family Friendly Staycation
Summer staycation at Trump International Beach Resort Miami
Keeping the kids away from electronics while happily entertained in the summer is no easy task for parents. What better way to get everyone excited and outdoors,...
Acqualina Resort & Residences On The Beach: The Perfect Getaway
This post is brought to you by our Travel Partners, Acqualina Resort & Residences on the Beach.
I have always had the itch the travel. Add a global pandemic that has kept me home with...
Making Family Memories at The Biltmore Miami Coral Gables
This post is sponsored by our Staycation Guide Partners: The Biltmore Miami Coral Gables.
Our family recently visited The Biltmore Miami Coral Gables and it was a memorable way to jumpstart the holiday season.
I am...
Islamorada in The Florida Keys: A Fun Family Summer Destination Guide
Summer is almost here which means it’s time to start planning your next family vacation. One of the amazing perks and benefits of living in Miami is that just within a 2-hour drive from...
Family Fun in the Florida Keys: Where to Go & What to Do
Here in Miami, we are not only lucky to have beautiful beaches and sunny weather (almost) all-year-round but we also have a lot of other gorgeous destinations just a car drive away. One of...
More of Our Favorite Resources
Pediatricians in Miami: A Guide to the Best
This guide is brought to you by our partners at Pediatric Associates.
Looking for a pediatrician in Miami? Here at Miami Mom Collective, we're here to help. This guide acts as a one-stop resource for...
Love Where You Live: A Miami Neighborhood Guide
This exclusive Miami neighborhood guide is brought to you by The Edit.
Miami Mom Collective, Miami’s premier parenting resource, is thrilled to announce our Love Where You Live Neighborhood Guide. This guide features the best...
Miami Swim Schools | A Guide From Miami Mom Collective
This guide is brought to you by our partners listed below.
Miami Mom Collective, Miami’s premier parenting resource, is excited to present our Swim Schools Guide! This valuable resource features some of Miami's best local...
Local Nonprofits Guide: How to Give Back in Miami
We love this time of the year! The holiday season inspires people to give back and bless others, so what better time to bring back our guide to local nonprofits than on Give Miami...
Swimwear Guide | Miami Mom Collective
Miami is the land of endless summer which means a swimsuit is in style and on deck year round! We've rounded up styles to fit every body type and every budget.
Discover the hottest trends,...
Women’s Healthcare Providers | In & Around Miami, FL
There is no shortage for outstanding women's healthcare providers in Miami. Miami Mom Collective is here to provide a community for you and access to some of the best resources in Miami for all...
Mom Approved Award Winners
The people have spoken!
Miami Mom Collective is thrilled to announce the winners of the 2023-2024 Mom-Approved Awards!
These winners were voted for by the most reliable sources in Miami... MOMS! This resource that encompasses some...
Vacation Bible School in Miami | A Miami Mom’s Guide
Within the MMC team, we hold a deep appreciation for the transformative power of Vacation Bible School. It serves as a beacon of safe and joyous fun for children, providing them with an opportunity...
Party Planning Guide: Best Miami Party Planners, Venues & Vendors
Moms in Miami love to celebrate and they know how to throw a GREAT party!
From First Communions to birthdays, Quinceañeras to Weddings! Miami Mom Collective wants to provide our community with the best Miami party planners and...
Edible Gardening Calendar: What to Plant & When in South Florida!
Do you find yourself wondering what you should or shouldn’t be planting during the Miami “seasons”? This South Florida edible gardening calendar could come in handy! It’s not the same thing to use planting...
Love Where You Live Series
Love Where You Live: Why I Love Living in Doral
When we moved to Doral five years ago, we just wanted to make my commute to work shorter so that I could enjoy our baby boy as much as possible. Back then, my first...
Love Where You Live: Why I Love Living in the Upper East Side
Searching for the perfect combination of city life and tropical paradise? Look no further than Miami's Upper East Side. I grew up in the 305 and have always loved what Miami has to offer....
Love Where You Live: Why I Love Kendall
Proud Resident of Kendall
I love Kendall and I always have. I grew up living in Cutler Ridge (or now formally known as Cutler Bay). Once I found out I was pregnant, I moved to...
Love Where You Live: Why I Love Living in Cutler Bay
What makes a neighborhood great? For me, it's a mixture of things. I look for good school zones, the safety of the neighborhood, and taxes of course. But what I love most about my...
Love Where You Live: Why I Love Living In Pinecrest
After Hurricane Andrew left a destructive wrath of fury over South Florida including our home, we found ourselves living in the Grand Hotel Downtown (no longer there) for three months. As Miami began to...
Love Where You Live: Why I Love Living in Miami Lakes
I’ve lived in Bay Harbor, North Miami Beach, South Beach, Doral, on 8th Street, Kendall, Miramar, and honestly, Miami Lakes has been my favorite.
I can genuinely say that I love where I live. #iheartmiamilakes...
Love Where You Live: Why I Love Living in South Miami
After our wedding, I moved one block from my house to our first communal home. I could say it was to stay close to my grandmother. The bigger truth is that I just love...
Love Where You Live: Why I Love Living in Homestead
Homestead is nestled between Biscayne National Park and Everglades National Park and therefore it is home to many nature preserves and parks. It is also considered Miami's agricultural district, where many of our locally...
Love Where You Live: Why I Love Living in Coral Gables
There are a plethora of reasons why Coral Gables is called The City Beautiful. Developed by George Merrick in the early 1900s, the city's architecture is almost entirely Mediterranean Revival style. When I first...
Love Where You Live: Why I Love Living in Hialeah
WELCOME to the 305!
Love where you live! I love living in Hialeah! Hialeah is HOME. As a child, I grew up in a Cuban American household with my parents and grandparents. I can still...
