Testing the Playing Field
My daughter is on her second season playing soccer. I know many children who have learned great discipline and life lessons on the field. The first year, we learned soccer wasn’t for us! This soccer season...
I don't know about y'all, but having a child has totally screwed with my Type A personality mojo. I think within that first year I hovered around the B+ region and oh lord, around teething time it definitely hit a...
I believe the time is approaching to start potty learning with my son. He turned two in October. At about that time, his female playmates began wearing big kid underwear instead of diapers. One by one, they are completely...
Spring is upon us, and so is Easter! Right now, I am feeling INVIGORATED by the beautiful weather and pretty trees blossoming all around. Is there anything better than going out in the morning and seeing that new flowers...
Recently I shared why I got rid of my wardrobe. But long before I tackled my closet, I took on the toys. I vowed there would be no more stepping on Legos in the middle of the night and...
If I could give only one piece of advice to soon-to-be parents it would be this: “Cultivate your child’s interest in quiet activities.” Believe me, your future self will thank you!
Although our kiddo is extremely high-energy, we’ve stumbled...
Did you know that May 24th is National Scavenger Hunt Day? I had no idea that was even a thing! But I love any reason to celebrate, so celebrate we must! To honor this fun day, I have some...
**This post has been sponsored by Primrose Schools to bring you this experience. All opinions are 100% our own!**
The first time I heard the director of our son's Primrose school say, "We believe who children become is as important...
A flexible strategy is the best approach to managing toddlers and treats. If you’ve struggled in the past or unsure where to start, fear not! I’m sharing easy to remember, practical ways to reduce holiday stress.
With a new year comes the promise of a new beginnings, turning over a new leaf, and starting with a blank slate. Setting New Year's resolutions is an age-old tradition that allows us to envision a new year with...
My 3-year-old loves Play-Doh. She creates these epic adventures saving the world from all those creepy colorful Play-Doh monsters that she creates! No wonder there is a National Day to celebrate this amazing craft product that gives kids the...
Oh my gosh! Did you see that woman nursing her almost 2 year old???
Oh wait, that was me.
Truth be told, I never intended for it to be this way. Don't get me wrong: I had always planned on breastfeeding...
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Save the Date :: September Kid-Friendly Events in Dallas
The State Fair begins this month! Get the details to see Big Tex, as well as more kid-friendly events in Dallas County in our September Save the Date.
