DFWChild spoke with local educators and police about safety measures to guard against school shootings, and outlined actions for parents to take.
Emotionally Preparing Your Toddler for Preschool
Is your toddler prepared to be away from Mom and Dad during their time at preschool? Here’s expert advice for readying your child for school-day separation—and staving off tears.
Spin the Spectrum Teaches DJ Skills to Those with Autism
A Dallas program is teaching DJ skills to kids and adults on the spectrum—providing a method of regulation, giving them predictable social interactions, and growing their confidence.
Galaxy Park: Dallas-Fort Worth’s Newest All-Abilities Playground
A space-themed, all-abilities playground is opening at Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, giving guests an opportunity to have fun as well as build motor skills and their social-emotional development.
Helping Your Child with Special Needs Exercise
Daniel Stein, CEO and founder of Special Strong, shares his expert tips for encouraging your child with special needs to exercise.
Where to Find Gooey, Gourmet Grilled Cheese and Mac and Cheese
These restaurants and food trucks in Dallas-Fort Worth specialize in gourmet mac and cheese and/or gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches.
Ending Elopement: When Your Child with Special Needs Takes Off
There’s nothing more terrifying than when your child takes off without you—here’s how to manage this behavior
The Right (and Wrong) Way to Praise Your Child
Even if you have the best intentions, there really is a right way to praise your child—and a wrong way. Here’s your guide to specific, effective praise.
Prepping for Your Kids’ First Concert
DFWChild offers tips for parents to consider when taking your child out to their first live concert, including an expert’s advice for protecting their hearing.
Sound Advice: What are Alternative Treatments for ADHD?
In this Sound Advice column, integrative pediatrician Dr. Alina Olteanu talks exploring alternative treatments for ADHD beyond medication.
Meet Sarah Zubiate, Founder and CEO of ZUBI’S Salsa and Dips
This entrepreneur splits time between raising her family in Highland Park and running a business from her Athens ranch.
School Lunch Ideas Kids Will Love (Beyond PB&J)
Whether your child is a picky eater or naturally wants something new and different, here are some ideas for what to pack in your kiddo’s lunchbox.
A Special Education Consultant’s Top Tips for Parents
After a report showing problems in Texas’ special education system, here’s what moms and dads should know.
A Parent’s Guide to Taking the Pacifier
Baylor Scott & White pediatrician Dr. Mansi Lalwani shares tips and tricks for weaning your child off the pacifier without tears and tantrums.
What to Know About Natural Childbirth
To epidural or not to epidural? We chatted with an OB-GYN and moms who have done childbirth both ways for their insight on a natural childbirth.
Preparing Your Child with Special Needs for School
Local administrators share advice for helping kids adjust to classroom expectations and time away from their parents.
How to Handle Mom-Shaming on Social Media
Have you had snarky comments or outright criticism thrown your way on social media? Here’s how psychologist Katie Sardone, Ph.D., of Behavioral Health Dallas, recommends handling it.
The 11 Best Ice Cream Shops in Fort Worth
There’s no better way to cool off than with the delicious taste of ice cream. Get your ice cream fix at one of our favorite ice cream spots in and around Fort Worth.
Barbie Collection Features More Dolls with Disabilities
Barbie expands its Fashionistas collection with more dolls with disabilities. These dolls have hearing aids, a prosthetic leg, and vitiligo.
Our Favorite Ice Cream Shops in Dallas
There’s no better way to cool off than with the delicious taste of ice cream. Get your ice cream fix at one of our favorite ice cream spots in Dallas.