“My goodness, that bathroom was dis-gross-ting!” my 7-year-old exclaimed as he bolted from the restroom of a local restaurant. “I’m…
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Is My Child a Bully?
Getting a phone call from your child’s teacher that your child has been engaging in bullying behaviors may be one…
How to Prepare Your Little One to Be a Big Brother or Sister
Is baby No. 2 on the way and you’re not sure how to prepare your firstborn for siblingdom? The truth is, there…
Social Activism with Kids in Tow
When Dallas resident Leona Schale wanted to walk in the Families Belong Together march this past June, she planned to…
Social Activism with Kids in Tow
When Dallas resident Leona Schale wanted to walk in the Families Belong Together march this past June, she planned to…
What’s Your Parenting Style?
Your birth plan included … A. A midwife, a bathtub and a placenta smoothie. B. What birth plan? C. A copy of…
School Rules
Last spring, my son Chad, then a sophomore, was resigned to the fact that he wouldn’t go to college. So…
About Our Boys
Carla Morton remembers the day she was running errands while her sons, Collin and Ben, now 10 and 8, were…
How To Raise a Curious Kid
On a recent visit to the Half Pint section of Half Price Books, I grabbed a copy of Curious George…
Kiddie Summer Fashion Trends in Dallas-Fort Worth
Fashion trends are no longer reserved for the runways of New York, Milan, Paris or London. Celebrity and royal children…
The 6 Best #MommyFails We Heard in June
“I was planning the perfect first birthday party for my son, with custom plates. Didn’t notice I misspelled his name…Happy…
How To Raise a Curious Kid
Science says curiosity has long-term benefits for your child. Our experts have practical tips for encouraging curiosity at home.
Teaching Your Children To Love Themselves
Helping your child build a positive, healthy self-image starts with being nicer to yourself.
Why Every Child Needs a Mentor
Mentors can benefit kids of any age and background. Here’s how to find a role model your kid can look up to.
Sibling Struggles
Sibling Struggles
Traveling With Baby Near Dallas-Fort Worth
Find amenities for baby and family-friendly fun in Canton, Glen Rose and Waco.
What's Your Parenting Style?
Are you crunchy or by-the-book? Take our quiz.
How To Get Your Kid To Eat Healthier Foods
Strategies for weaning your picky eater off the kid’s menu.
Jiu-jitsu for Kids
If your kids are begging to join a martial arts class, consider Brazilian jiu-jitsu, a style that focuses on grappling techniques to defend against an opponent without punching or kicking.
Build Like a Girl
On Feb. 20, girls from two local schools teamed up at the Perot Museum of Nature and Science to build…