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Kids Inspiring Kids: Kids Luv Trees
Since the tornadoes in October, replanting trees in Dallas has been a tiresome work in progress. Two kiddos decided to help by starting Kids Luv Trees.
What You Need To Know About Sports + Deadly Heart Conditions
Sudden cardiac arrest can strike with no prior symptoms, so what’s the best way to protect your teen athlete?
What To Do When Your Kids Are Stressed
What do you do when your kids complain about being really stressed? How do you help them cope with it? Experts agree on these points.
What Parents Should Know Before Their Kid Starts Cheer
We spoke with Dr. Troy Smurawa, the director of sports medicine at Children’s Health Andrews Institute for Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, about competitive cheer and the physicality that’s involved.
Kids Inspiring Kids: Splendid Smrithi
Coppell teenager Smrithi is the definition of well rounded. She’s a flute and piccolo player, member of the Greater Dallas Youth Orchestra, student at the UNT TAMS (Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science) program, two-time national spelling bee participant and recently published author.
Eating Disorders: Through the Eyes of an 18-Year-Old
We recently talked to a young woman who recovered from anorexia about treatment and what parents, family and friends should know when it comes to eating disorders.
What Parents Should Know About Eating Disorders
Did you know February is Eating Disorder Awareness Month? In fact, at least 30 million people—of all ages and genders—suffer from an eating disorder.
The Do’s and Don’ts of Giving Your Kids an Allowance
You can teach your kids important money management skills by giving them a regular allowance. But how do you ensure that they end up learning what you want them to learn?
How A Friendship Inspired Nonprofit Mommies in Need
After her own health crisis, Natalie Boyle “accidentally” created Mommies In Need to provide child care for a friend with cancer.
All The Rage: What’s Up with TikTok and Fake Instagrams?
If you have a child between the ages of 8–18, there’s a good chance that you’ve heard of TikTok and…
How To Talk to Your Child About Kids With Special Needs
Kids are curious and naturally might slip up pointing out someone who looks or sounds different than they do. Here’s how to talk to your children about their peers with special needs.
Tarrant County Best: Moms & Babies 2020 Winners
Our readers’ favorite childbirth instructors, delivery suites, infant swim classes and more.
Denton County Best: Moms & Babies 2020 Winners
Our readers’ favorite childbirth instructors, delivery suites, infant swim classes and more.
Kids Inspiring Kids: Champion Colin
Colin Harris from Dallas is this year’s Foley & Lardner MLK Jr. Oratory Competition winner, and he has autism.
Collin County Best: Moms & Babies 2020 Winners
Our readers’ favorite childbirth instructors, delivery suites, infant swim classes and more.
Dallas County Best: Moms & Babies 2020 Winners
Our readers’ favorite childbirth instructors, delivery suites, infant swim classes and more.
5 Common Winter Illnesses in Kids
Although illnesses like cold and flu occur more frequently during the winter months, the reasons are not always straightforward.
What Happens When Tongue-Tie Goes Untreated
Tongue-tie can narrow your child’s airway, leading to all kinds of symptoms that compound over time.
Rideshare Options for Kiddos
Right now, there are rideshare companies and carpool apps popping up all over the place to help busy parents with busy kids—from Alto to HopSkipDrive. Check out these options.