Cassidy Phan
Cassidy and her husband Jackson live in Garland with their daughters, Evelyn (March 2010) and Penny (June 2014). Both she and Jackson consider themselves wanna be foodies-neither are great at cooking but love eating great food. You can follow along with their Dallas Foodie adventures on Instagram @JustEatDallas. Beyond eating, she enjoys traveling, afternoon naps, and reading blogs. Follow her at www.ThePhantasticLife.com
My First Day Back From Maternity Leave
I recently returned back to work after 14 weeks off due to the birth of my second daughter, Penny. Opinions aside about our country's maternity leave policies, I felt very fortunate to be able...
A Vitamin is Not Just a Vitamin: alternaVites Review (+ Giveaway!)
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I was the epitome of a picky eater as a child. Luckily my...
Stop the Daily Tooth Brushing Battle :: There’s an App for That!
When my daughter was just over one, I posted a picture of her brushing her teeth on Instagram with the caption, "Brushing her teeth is her favorite!" My wise friend told me to enjoy...
Summer Traditions: A Guide to Dallas Splash Pads
Summer is the favorite season of our household but there is one specific tradition that we look forward to more than anything-Sunday mornings at the Splash Pads. My family does have one specific favorite...
How I Screwed Up the First S-E-X Talk
I am almost nine months pregnant so it wasn't a surprise to me when my daughter, four years old, asks me how the baby is going to come out of my belly. My husband...
My Daughter Is Psychic and Knew I Was Pregnant Before I Did
I feel so lucky that my daughter is already starting to appreciate her sibling. I have no doubt that she will grow up to love whoever is growing inside me.
Traveling by Plane With Children-It Can be Enjoyable!
During the work week, I am extremely lucky to call the best airline out there my employer. Growing up, my father worked for an airline as well, so travel by plane is something that...
5 Baby Products Moms Can Use Themselves
Before I became a parent, I always knew that babies had a lot of stuff, but I never really grasped just how full that diaper bag can be.
Beyond the increased muscle mass you gain...
Dallas Celebrates the Year of the Horse
One of my favorite things about creating a family is the mixing of cultures and traditions between the parents. (You might remember back to my post on why Cheerios and Racism don't mix!)
Growing...
Celebrating with Rudolph at the Majestic Theatre
Last Friday night (after the turkey leftovers had been consumed and the rest of the pie demolished) my husband and daughter, along with my best friend and her husband kicked off the holiday season...
Dallas Fun: Dallas Children’s Theatre
This past weekend my best friend and I took my daughter to see Dallas Children's Theater's production of Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat. I was equally excited and nervous, my 3.5 year old...
A Beginner’s Chore List
Last weekend, my husband and I were cleaning the house. Not our normal “pick up all the random laundry around the house and sweep the floors,” but the deep cleaning that we do to...