Parenting

Being a parent is a huge privilege and a demanding role, all tied up in one. The category of Parenting features articles to encourage and equip parents in every season and from every walk of life –from mom of teens and toddlers to working and stay-at-home moms — as well as tips, hacks, inspiration, and resources in Dallas that every parent needs to know about.

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.

Every article published via Dallas Moms — whether someone from our in-house team, a guest writer, or a sponsored writer — uses their words to reflect their own opinions, experiences, and beliefs. No singular post or collection of posts represents the opinions, beliefs, or agenda of Dallas Moms.

If this is a safe space, I have a confession: I love screen time for my kids. As a stay-at-home mom, it’s probably the closest I’ll ever get to having a coworker, and when used strategically, I consider it...
This school year was long, and I know everyone is glad to be done. As you gear up for the break, be sure check out our Ultimate Guide to Summer in Dallas. No matter your child's age, this guide...
This post has been sponsored by Brakes To Go. All opinions are 100% our own. In order to have a successful road trip, ESPECIALLY one with kids, you have to do a few things in advance. A little pre-planning and...
As moms, we are no strangers to an endless assault of questions. What are we doing today? Why does poop smell bad? Do flamingos sleep standing up? We answer each question with a bag full of magical responses. But...
My kids have an uncanny knack to only ask the really tough questions when we're driving in bad traffic. I have confirmed that I am in fact Santa while driving rush hour travel on 635. I have answered questions about...
The teenage years can be difficult. And I’m not talking about the parenting piece, I mean being a teenager is sometimes hard. Because we expect the teenage years to be a bit rocky, it’s common for parents to mistake...
Even before I became a mom, I spent a lot of time thinking about what type of diaper bag I might eventually carry: a backpack with versatility, a gender-neutral vibe so I could share with my husband, and a...
Whether you run, jog, or walk, 'tis the season for getting outdoors and breaking a light sweat without risk of heat stroke. Take advantage while you can! The perks? Mama gets an hour of free exercise without needing childcare, baby...
It's not hard to find a park in Dallas on a nice day—there are plenty of parks around town that offer great playgrounds and decent walking trails. It is, however, hard to find a park that's not completely crowded...
Summer is around the corner, and for me that usually means less time cooking and more time grabbing my favorite fresh ingredients for summer salads. Give your oven a break and consider one of these delicious salads as a...
Spring is in the air and graduation is mere moments away for every senior in college and high school who has been suffering senioritis since the fall. With such exciting changes on the horizon for graduating guys and gals...
There are many subjects in which I wish I were an expert. I do, however, have true expertise in finding the coziest pajamas and loungewear around. I guess you could say it’s a gift. I'm quite passionate about rewarding...

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Save the Date :: July Kid-Friendly Events in Dallas

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How do $2 movies sound? Or concerts by the lake? A magic show . . . the circus? There is so much to do with the kids this month! Have a look at our roundup of family-friendly July events in Dallas.