Kids and Scary Weather

Most North Texans feel a mixture of unease and awe when thunder crashes, lightning flashes and the tornado sirens start blaring. But if volatile weather sparks a wave of panic in your child, these 3 steps may calm her fears.

City Park in Lake Dallas

Kids can play under the shade of a big canopy or kick around a soccer ball on the adjacent field. Click for full review and safety rating.

Beaver Run Park in Fairview

This secluded park is small, but the playground, basketball court and nature trail will keep kids occupied for a short afternoon excursion. Click for full review.

Moms Who Drink

Alcohol is the new trend for everyday moms. But what happens when cocktail moms take it too far?

Silla Francis

Meet Silla Francis, mom of two and creator of Silla Soup, an online hair accessories shop.

Emily Roden

Meet Emily Roden, mom of three and founder of Ready Rosie, a video education tool for young children.

iStock image of mother and daughter practicing meditating in bedroom

Meditation for Kids

When your kids are feeling overwhelmed, try calming them down with meditation. Here’s how to get started.

Top of the Line

Climb the ropes courses at the Trinity Forest Adventure Park, open for its first spring season.

Shine On

Three-year-old Saylor celebrated with a “You Are My Sunshine” party at the Perot Museum.

Get Cooking, Kid

Inspire your budding foodies to get in the kitchen with these gadgets, tools and books.