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.

My husband and I have a lot in common. We’re lawyers who met the first day of law school. We read history books for fun. We’re unapologetic space nerds. We have the same favorite Peloton instructor, Matt Wilpers. Tacos and...
We started our kitchen garden in February of 2020 (you can read my beginners guide to starting a vegetable garden), and I have learned a lot in the last two years of gardening in Dallas. Here in North Texas,...
At the start of March, I crave the signs of spring. Each day, I look for spring flowers and blades of green grass popping out of the ground. I even catch myself sniffing the air in the hopes that...
When we take a road trip as a family, we're always sure to check the tires, fill the tank, and stop for coffee before we hit the road. But what about all those “Are we there yet?” moments that...
Originally published in April 2020, but these family dinner theme nights are EVERGREEN! Several weeks into social distancing, fun family ideas start to fizzle. After seeing animals in various zoos, assembling jigsaw puzzles, and trying to make daily schoolwork fun...
I think we can all agree that North Texas weather is very unpredictable; we can experience several different seasons within a one-week span. The weather you wake up to may not be the same weather you go to sleep...
"We need to talk about your baby's heart." "We're not sure, but we think there is something wrong with your child's heart." "Your baby has a severe congenital heart defect." Once you hear these words, you've joined the heart parent club. Here...
This post has been sponsored by Kidcaboo. 2021 was going to be my year, professionally. With the kids back in school, I was finally ready to re-enter the workforce. The truth is, I’ve loved being a stay-at-home mom—being present for...
Why did I decide to go on a 30-day social media detox? Simple. I was spending far too much time passively scrolling through my feed and rarely actively posting my own content. Anytime I felt the least bit bored, I’d...
Home is where it all happens these days, from work to school to rest and play. No matter the size of your home, a quick trip to IKEA can transform any space. If your home lacks a little sparkle,...
Kids are active and frankly, klutzy. Luckily, they are also resilient. I’ve been tagged in many a Facebook mom group post when someone needs tips for a toddler in a cast. I’m not a doctor, but both of my...
Like most moms, I feel like there is never enough time in the day to accomplish everything that needs to be done. Over the past year, I took a closer look at my family’s schedule to see where I...

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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.