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It's a G-Free Life
Does your special child need a special diet? See how going gluten free made a world of difference for area moms.
Reader Rewards
Books nourish young minds. But, books can be expensive—especially when your child can consume three to four books in one…
Take It Outside!
When you envision your children playing outside, are they making mud pies, hunting doodlebugs and catching crawfish? Or are they…
Sanity-Saving Sleepover Tips
Before you pack your child’s bags for his first sleepover, think twice about your own comfort level and what potential…
Family-Friendly Composting
When your home has little to no backyard, the thought of dedicating a 3-foot-by-3-foot plot of dirt to throw your…
Dress-Up Dreams
Like many little girls, 4-year-old Alexa Aigner loved dressing up like a fairytale princess—wearing heels, full gowns and, of course,…
More Fitness, More Focus
In the same way that lifting weights tones muscle, research shows mental exercise tones the brain. For children with attention…
Wanderlust Solution
There’s a new device that gives peace of mind to caregivers of meandering children with autism or other neurological challenges….
Smart Savings (For Splurges!)
Saving money isn’t nearly as fun as spending it. But when your family’s monthly expenses are rising, it’s critical to…
Get Fresh Air
Need to recharge your batteries? How about heading to a nearby nature sanctuary to take in some Vitamin D (thanks…
Dear Diary …
A throwback to your days of jotting down each and every conversation, emotion, thought and (of course) crush, this a…
Bridging the Communication Gap
There’s no support system quite like family. But when family members are spread across the United States or the globe,…
The Experts Are … In
While you’re the real expert on what’s right for your child, even the most seasoned parent needs a little help…
Playing Up an Appetite
When given the option to eat lunch or go outside and play, most kids opt for the latter choice. So…
(Not So) Welcome Home, Dad!
In households with two working parents, making the evening transition from work to home life can be tough, particularly when…
Child, Interrupted
Little Gavin’s infectious laugh could make hearts soar; it could also plunge him to the ground.His baffled parents could not…
Jump Start
With a master’s degree in special education, North Texas mom Melanie Fowler knew a lot about kids with developmental delays….
To E.R. or Not To E.R. …
All parents know the terrible feeling of having a sick child and not knowing how to help him feel better….
Stress Management 101
Are you feeling stressed? If you agree that kids learn by watching their parents, you might take another look at…