top of page
Mom's Compass
Welcome to Mom's Compass, a blog full of kid-friendly ideas, travel tips, and experiences for parents and military families. Explore my site and all that I have to offer.
Home: Welcome
Search
Our Favorite Fall Events in Lake County, Illinois
It's September! The leaves have begun changing in the area, and Mother Nature is already putting on a gorgeous color spectacle this year!...
Sofia George
Sep 5, 20233 min read
121 views
0 comments
Visiting the DC Area with Kids
These are some of our favorite places to visit in Northern Virginia and the Washington DC area that are family-friendly. If you've ever...
Sofia George
Aug 30, 20235 min read
52 views
0 comments
Our Favorite Lakefront Beaches in Lake County, Illinois
The Northeastern area of Illinois (that we have been blessed to live in the last few years), has some of the most gorgeous, and swimmable la
Sofia George
Jun 21, 20232 min read
126 views
0 comments
Visiting the Volo Museum with Kids
CARS, PLANES, TRAINS, DINOSAURS...AND MORE! This spot is every little boy's DREAM! Really anyone's that likes to check out antiques and...
Sofia George
May 24, 20233 min read
107 views
0 comments
Visiting the Kohl Children's Museum
This was our experience at this awesome children's museum in Chicagoland. Last weekend was a gloomy, drizzly, Chicago winter day. Too...
Sofia George
Jan 20, 20234 min read
173 views
0 comments
Visiting Cape May County With Kids
Nestled on the Southern coast of New Jersey are the lovely beach towns of Cape May, Stone Harbor, Wildwood, and Avalon.
Sofia George
Nov 24, 20224 min read
48 views
0 comments
Winter Outings for Kids in Lake County, Illinois
With winter setting in, I'm sure we parents are occasionally scrambling to find things to do to keep the kids entertained on the weekends...
Sofia George
Nov 21, 20225 min read
83 views
0 comments
Free Splash Pads in Lake County Illinois
Lake County, Illinois is home to free splash pads! There are a couple that charge a small to moderate fee
Sofia George
Jun 30, 20223 min read
142 views
0 comments
Visiting Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock
It's a hotel with a log cabin feel, waterpark, arcade, and resturants all on-site!
Sofia George
Jun 26, 20224 min read
78 views
0 comments
Visiting the Home Alone House
Just north of the city of Chicago is the famous house used in the making of the Christmas movie classic, Home Alone.
Sofia George
Dec 6, 20212 min read
91 views
0 comments
Indoor Play Areas in Lake County, Illinois
As the weather turns colder and winter sets in, I know we as parents are trying to come up with ideas to keep our little ones...
Sofia George
Nov 19, 20216 min read
315 views
0 comments
How to Successfully Road Trip with Babies
Planning, packing, and actually completing a trip with babies can be a challenge. But here are some tips to make the journey a positive...
Sofia George
Oct 21, 20216 min read
55 views
0 comments
Voyaging on the Cape May-Lewes Ferry
There we were on the last leg of our recent road trip to see family- or as we nick-named it, "The George Family Tour". In just a few...
Sofia George
Oct 14, 20215 min read
73 views
0 comments
Visiting the Wildwood Boardwalk
Almost every year we try to take a family road trip to the southern tip of New Jersey, as my husband has family in that area. When there,...
Sofia George
Sep 27, 20210 min read
30 views
0 comments
Legoland Discovery Center Chicago Review
If you have a kid that is Lego obsessed, and you're in the Chicago area, this is definitely a place you will want to visit. It's not as...
Sofia George
Sep 22, 20213 min read
74 views
0 comments
Our Review of Lambs Farm
And why it should be your next stop in Lake County If you live in Lake County, Illinois or happen to be passing through, this is a must...
Sofia George
Sep 15, 20212 min read
23 views
0 comments
Top 5 Favorite and Free Family Outings in Lake County Illinois
1. Illinois Beach State Park Although it's not an ocean, it certainly looks as if it could be. Lake Michigan is breathtakingly beautiful...
Sofia George
Aug 23, 20214 min read
10 views
0 comments
5 Best Stroller Friendly Trails in San Diego
Here are some of our favorite, beautiful, and wonderfully paved paths for strollers or others still needing wheels. If you live or find...
Sofia George
Jul 11, 20212 min read
504 views
0 comments
Tips for Hiking With a Baby
I fell in love hiking a few years before I had my oldest. After I had him, I wanted to hit the trail again, but I was scared about doing...
Sofia George
Jul 8, 20213 min read
19 views
0 comments
Home: Blog2
Home: Subscribe
Home: Contact
bottom of page