Katie Holmes is a mom to a blended family of seven children. When she’s not running after her kids, the stay-at-home mom is a family photographer and volunteers for the elementary school library. She and her husband, Chadwick, a journeyman electrician, live in North Richland Hills with their children—Kaden, 11, Kenna, 10, Riley, 9, Marley, 8, Joel, 7, Luke, 6, and Liam, 5.
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21 Can’t-Miss Holiday Experiences in Dallas-Fort Worth
It can be easy to get caught up in the material aspect of the holidays. (If this describes your kids,…
4 Tips for Raising Non-Materialistic Children
Follow these strategies to teach your kids gratitude instead of greed in today’s me-me-me world.
The “Mistlecrew” Kids of Dallas Are Raising Money to End Hunger
Stella Wrubel is proof that even the youngest of people can have the biggest of hearts. After feeling compelled to…
What “Family” Means for Different Cultures in Dallas-Fort Worth
Imagine picking up the kids at school after working a long day at the office. You arrive home and unlock…
December Travel Guide: Holiday Happenings in San Antonio
San Antonio comes to life this December with outdoor exhibits and activities celebrating the season. Spend an electric day at…
Young Men’s Service League Inspires Leadership Throughout the Nation
Plano moms and sister-in-laws Pam Rosener and Julie Rosener started a movement in Collin County when they created The Young Men’s Service League 17 years ago. The Roseners…
How LaTari Prater, Mom and Manager at Dallas Public Library, Spends Her Wednesdays
LaTari Prater is a branch manager at the Dallas Public Library. She and her husband, Jerry, live in Cedar Hill with their two-year-old son, Trey.
The Funniest #MommyFails We Heard in December
“I sent my kids to school dressed in pajamas on what I thought was jammies day during spirit week. It…
A Fort Worth Mom’s Experiences with International Adoption and Foster Care
In honor of Adoption Awareness Month, mom and veterinarian Dr. Becky Lee Burk shares her experiences with international adoption and the Texas foster care system.
How Children’s Health is Celebrating Their Patients
Local hospitals in North Texas are providing capes for our real-life superheroes
Sensory-Friendly Santa Experiences in Dallas-Fort Worth
May your 2018 holiday season be merry and bright with these sensory-friendly Santa experiences in North Texas.
10 Holiday Toy Drives in North Texas
Join Santa’s team of helpers and donate to these 10 toy drives around Dallas-Fort Worth.
Our Favorite Kids Gifts at Goop’s Holiday Pop-Up
Gwyneth Paltrow & co. have converted their hit pop-up in Highland Park Village into an IRL version of Goop’s famed gift guides, just in time for the holiday season. Now through Dec. 24, you can swing by the boutique to experience the goopiness for yourself.
Author Jaclyn Amend Pens Bedtime Tales About Dallas
Cozy up in bed and enjoy local literary tales by this Lakewood mom of two.
Dallas Mom Jihan Woods Wants to Help Families Find Black Santas
Santa’s elves might all be back in the North Pole, but one Dallas mom is making the season a little jollier with her app, Find Black Santa.
5 Laws & Programs Every Special Needs Parent Should Know
Creating a financial plan for your child’s care is imperative—so is understanding the do’s and don’ts under the law. What…
Halloween Night Safety Tips From Local Experts
The jack o’lanterns are carved, spooky lights are strung and your little monsters have their costumes all ready. But before…
7 DIY Halloween Projects You Can Do With the Kids
Halloween is right around the corner, so we put together a few arts and crafts ideas to help get you…
Tommy Hilfiger’s New Adaptive Fashion Campaign Features Texas Tween, Hailey Villarreal
Tommy Hilfiger has just launched his new fall campaign for Tommy Adaptive, his clothing line tailored to people with special needs. The American fashion icon dropped the official video for the fall campaign, which features a familiar face rocking the season’s newest styles—Texas tween Hailey Villarreal, an aspiring actress with cerebral palsy.