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The Nashville Mom

Exploring Nashville with kids in tow.

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Nashville Staycation with Hyatt House

Staying at a hotel feels so fancy when you’re a kid! Over President’s Day Weekend, we headed downtown for a staycation.

Hyatt House at Vanderbilt recently opened and provided a convenient getaway for our family. Hyatt House is located close to Centennial Park, The Parthenon and a quick commute to downtown. However, you really wouldn’t have to leave the hotel with a dining service, outdoor pool and 24 hour snack vending bar!

The cozy rooms were complete with a kitchenette so you could also bring simple meals to make. We loved borrowing Checkers and other board games from the concierge to play.

We enjoyed a little 24 hour getaway-where we could simply just hang out and make memories!

/ The Nash Chat

Rachel Ramsey-The Newborn Nurse

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Rachel Ramsey, The Newborn Nurse is sharing her love of caring for mothers and babies on the podcast today.

The Newborn Nurse covers both Nashville and Jackson, Tennessee. They will also soon be in Birmingham, Alabama. Clients can select services such as lactation consultation, Baby Care 101, In-Home Care (Daytime and Overnight) as well as many others.

Tune in to hear more from Rachel.

/ Weekend Happenings

Nashville Weekend Guide: March 8-10

Cheekwood in Bloom

*Please note: due to the weather, most of the blooms have not bloomed yet. However, activities are still planned.

There’s no place more beautiful than Cheekwood in the spring as more than 150,000 blooming bulbs spill from their gardens creating a color experience you won’t forget. Snowdrops, crocus, hyacinths, daffodils, magnolias, redbuds, and dogwoods are also in on the act, putting on an unforgettable show as warmer weather and longer days arrive in Nashville. With five weekends of family activities, entertainment and plenty of natural inspiration, we can’t think of a better way to celebrate the change of seasons.

  • 150,000 Blooming Bulbs
  • Weekend Activities, including crafts, live music, tours and more.
  • Cheekwood Beer Garden open Saturdays and Sundays, 11 am – 4 pm

Now open 7 days a week!

See the weekly activities including family activities, music, tours and more here.

Country Music Hall of Fame Family Programs

Creative Zone: Hip Hats

Relief Printmaking with Hatch Show Print

Introduction to GarageBand

Community Counts is a local incentive the museum offers for local families. Find more information on that program here.

Country Music Cluster Dog Show

  • Thursday, March 7th through March 10th
  • Williamson County AG Expo Park
  • The Nashville and Tullahoma Kennel Clubs host a show with a variety of breeds competing. There’s also a vendor fair with lots of pet merchandise

Southern Women’s Show

  • Thursday, March 7th through March 10th
  • Music City Center
  • Shop, sample and have fun at The Southern Women’s Show. Hundreds of boutiques including fashion, jewelry, gourmet treats, healthy and beauty with lots more! Enjoy fashion shows, top chefs and celebrity guests. Perfect Girl’s Day Out!

Seasonal Floral Design Workshop: Centerpiece

  • Friday, March 8th from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
  • Green Door Gourmet
  • Learn how to create a lush centerpiece in a pottery vase using flowers, foliage and herbs grown at Green Door Gourmet. This class is for ages 16+

Nashville Soccer Club

  • Saturday, March 9th at 7 p.m.
  • First Tennessee Park
  • Cheer on The Nashville Soccer Club against the Loudon United FC

*Upcoming Events*

The Nash Chat Podcast Launch Party

  • Thursday, March 28th from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
  • Draper James, 12th South
  • Join me to celebrate the launch of my podcast, The Nash Chat for a fun night out at Draper James! We will have sweets, sips, shopping and of course SWAG!

Spring Wreath Workshop

  • Thursday, April 11th from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
  • Green Door Gourmet
  • Join my friend Abby with The Perfect Little Store for a spring wreath workshop. All materials included as well as treats and goody bags

Mother/Daughter Braids Class

  • Saturday, April 13th from 3- 5 p.m.
  • Plaid Rabbit, Green Hills
  • Join Brittany Walters from B Nicole Salon in a fun, hands-on Braids Class. Sign up here.

Easter Egg Hunt at Cedarmont Farm

  • Saturday, April 20th at 1 p.m.
  • Cedarmont Farm, Franklin
  • Bring a picnic lunch for a fun afternoon of games, refreshments and a visit from the Easter bunny


/ Local, Things to do

Spa at Leiper’s Fork


The Spa at Leiper’s Fork recently opened in the quaint village offering an oasis of relaxation and self-care. Upon walking into this sunshine-colored home, you’ll instantly feel rejuvenated.

This historic home has been transformed to welcome you with a quiet place to unplug and have the ultimate pampering session. The Spa’s locker room is equipped with plush robes, spa slippers, toiletry items and a relaxing shower to use after your services.

Guests will find fresh spa water, refreshments and tea waiting in the relaxation room. You’ll want to cozy up with a book and stay a while.

Guests can customize a spa package that is tailored to their needs. The Spa offers facials, massage and body, wax and tints as well as nail care. Each treatment is specially designed using products that work for the individual.

The Spa at Leiper’s Fork also carry their own bath and beauty products like Bourbon Lavender Sleep Soak, Cornflower Rose Hand Salve, sugar scrubs, shower gels and body lotions. Other beauty and gift items can be found in their shop as well.

The Spa at Leiper’s Fork would make for a wonderful retreat for yourself or the ultimate Girl’s Weekend! In the village, you’ll find the charming Sweeney Cottage which is located next door to the spa. You’ll also want to experience the original Puckett’s, 1892, Props and the charming shops and galleries of Leiper’s Fork.

/ Nashville Eats

Cheddars

The kids and I enjoyed a fun dinner night out at Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen recently! I always love going somewhere that makes the whole family happy and bonus when they have honey butter croissants.

The new menu addition of Crispy Chicken Tender Noodle Soup is sure to warm you up!

My nacho loving son had to try the Texas-Sized Nachos! We could’ve fed half of the restaurant with these! He especially loved the drizzle of honey BBQ sauce on top!


In my book, not much beats fresh from the oven honey croissants!


Now that the kids are both in school full-time, weeknights can be hard as everyone is tired. Sometimes it’s nice to pause the homework, dinner, bath and bed routines for a fun night out!

And you better believe when everyone behaves and eats their dinner, we celebrate with Cheddar’s Legendary Monster Cookie!

Not only did we have a great meal but I was super impressed with the friendly staff. You can find your local Cheddars here.