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Get a little thrill
By Gwen Rockwood, newspaper columnist and mom of 3 “I forgot how nice it is to be able to walk all the way around my bed,” he said. “And it doesn’t matter when I need […]
Year: 2026
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Giveaway: Tickets to Fireworks Show at the AMP!
July will be here in a hot minute, so it’s time to make holiday plans. One of the BEST fireworks shows in Northwest Arkansas happens at the AMP in Rogers on July 4th. This week […]
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Things to do for families in Northwest Arkansas
If you’re new to Northwest Arkansas — or a new mama navigating the neighborhoods for the first time with a baby on the hip — we thought you’d appreciate some local exploring options. Click on […]
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We’re looking for Motherlode’s new owner
BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: Mamas, it’s time for us to hand over ownership and management of nwaMotherlode to the next generation of mamas. We founded this website 18 years ago and raised it alongside our own kids. […]
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Moving to Northwest Arkansas? Get connected with these quick tips.
Moving to Northwest Arkansas: Welcome! Here’s your guide to getting to know the area. Are you moving to Northwest Arkansas? Great! You picked an amazing place to create a new home. Whether you live in […]
Family Outings
Weekend getaways near Northwest Arkansas!
Sometimes you just need to get away, right? So we started thinking about trips that can be made in a day, over a weekend, during Spring Break, a short drive in the summer — or a few […]
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Where to find swim lessons in Northwest Arkansas
Swim lessons aren’t just about teaching kids how to do swim strokes. They’re about teaching kids to respect that water can be dangerous if you don’t know how to float and swim. According to Water […]
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What We’re Reading: Checked Out by Gwen Rockwood
This week’s book recommendation is homegrown here in Northwest Arkansas! The author is an nwaMotherlode founder, Gwen Rockwood. (The book’s editor just happens to be the other nwaMotherlode founder, Shannon Magsam.) You may have also […]
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Where to swim, splash and stay cool in Northwest Arkansas 2026
Public Pools and splash pads in Northwest Arkansas 2026 One of the best parts of summer is cooling off at one of Northwest Arkansas’ pools or splash pads. Below you’ll find a list (by city) […]
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June 2026: Northwest Arkansas Calendar of Events
Happy June (officially 2026 summer), mamas! We’ve rounded up some of the best family-friendly events in Northwest Arkansas for the month just for you. Click on the name of any of these events for more […]