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From diet to exercise, the health + safety of our families is a top priority. Use the health + safety category to find articles and resources written by other mamas and local professionals to help you feel your best.

Dallas Moms publishes original, personal stories and advice from local moms, as well as relevant and fun information for those of us in the trenches of parenthood.

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If your child has a food allergy, you know how tough it can be to avoid exposure. Always bringing separate snacks. Reading a food label 5 times in a row to make sure you didn't miss anything. Wondering if...
One of the largest, most prestigious pediatric health care providers in the country and the leading pediatric healthcare system in North Texas, Children's Health has earned the trust of Texas families by providing extraordinary care in every moment, big or small....
I love to cook and experiment in the kitchen. But during the summer, I'm done. Summer in Texas makes me never want to turn my oven on again. However, it turns out my family still expects dinner every night,...
I am a water bottle, coffee cup, travel beverage container collector. My husband will often roll his eyes when unloading groceries because of my habit to sneak in a purchase of some sort of new cup that promises to...
Summer is here! Now is the perfect time to get a jump start on making sure your HVAC is in good working order. Go Heating, Air, and Plumbing is the company we trust for fast, efficient service and expert...
If you're looking for in-depth tips on how to live an aspirational Instagram-worthy life, this isn't the post for you. However, if you are looking to incorporate some highly achievable goals this summer to lower stress and increase happiness,...
Summer means a lot of extra time in the sun, especially for kids. And whether you’re at the pool, the beach, or just outside, it’s important to wear good sunscreen in order to prevent sunburns and skin cancers. Equally as...
If you’ve been a parent for more than 5 seconds, you’ve likely heard that a bedtime routine is important for your child’s sleep! As a pediatric sleep specialist, I agree this couldn’t be more true. Bedtime routines and rituals...
I’ve noticed a particular type of anxiety that affects many Texan children. Maybe you've noticed it, too. It’s anxiety around tornadoes, lightning, and storms—with a really overwhelming feeling of powerlessness. As parents and caregivers, we can help.  A group of...
A year ago the world shutdown and I hit the ground running. And by running, I mean literally running. A lot of running. A Forrest Gump level of running. With the gyms closed, I decided to start a running streak. I’d...
Bookmark this post. Make a mental note. If your child was born with a sense of adventure and isn't scared of anything, just know you can come back to this one. Brave, second, third, and fourth children who are...
Whether you're doing Meatless Monday or it’s a Friday during Lent, it’s a good idea to have a few meatless meals in your arsenal. I like to make sure that when there isn’t a meat on the table, I...

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