The moment we've all been waiting for has finally arrived.
Perhaps by we, I mean the kids, as the moment in question involves a break from classrooms, lunchrooms, and school playgrounds. Summer break, where the days grow longer and the...
What’s your “mom” elevator pitch?
How do you describe yourself to other moms when you first meet them? In 20 seconds or less.
I recently got hammered by another mom on my mom elevator pitch. I was at the Mom 2.0...
For some, like me, the scent of evergreen in the air and the hustle and bustle of the season can be an annual exercise of refraining from outwardly expressing annoyance. While being bold in harboring the humbug of the...
It’s the start of summer around here and the world is beginning to reopen and people are TRAVELING! Which is all SUPER exciting, but how do you keep your kids' sleep schedule in check and them sleeping well with...
There’s this motivational quote meme, often attributed to Banksy, going around that goes something like this, “If you’re tired, learn to rest. Not to quit.” Every time I read it, I find it bothersome. Sure, resting instead of quitting...
I'm not sure about most moms, but during the day I often need other adult voices to fill the space in the room, so I will typically leave the television on in the background. I’ll tune in to a...
Summer is here!
Moms are busy planning adventures and packing bags. We’re great at planning ahead for any situation, but feeding toddlers is the epitome of unpredictable.
Summer adventures require ample fuel, a.k.a., food. Meals are easier to tackle because, well,...
It has been one month since we launched Dallas Moms Blog! In honor of this joyous occasion, we have made another embarrassing endearing video blog. If you missed our first video blog, watch it here. After you enjoy watching...
Growing up I wish I could say I had the closest relationship with my brothers. I am the middle child of two boys. We just didn't have the same interest. When I found myself wanting to bond with them,...
"Your children don't need to see you upset."
"Be stronger for your kids."
"Children don't need to know there are issues that make you cry."
"Don't expose your children to life's hardships."
"Cry on your own time, don't do it in front of...
One of the more frustrating parts of parenting is constantly having to be the voice of reason to an otherwise unreasonable, smaller version of yourself. It can be truly exhausting trying to raise a decent human being because there...
Little eyes are always watching, little ears are always listening.
My four girls recently had a front row seat to how well (or as it turns out not well) I stand up for myself.
Our car was recently rear ended in...
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Save the Date :: July Kid-Friendly Events in Dallas
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.
