10 Train Gardens to Choo-Choose From Around Baltimore
See the world in various sizes of miniature. The Baltimore area is surrounded by trains and subways and the Light...
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The 10 Best Kid-Friendly Fishing Spots in the Austin Area
If you and your kiddos are fishing buddies, Austin is truly a great place to live or visit. There’s seemingly...
The 5 Best Holiday Light Shows Around Austin
One of the best things about this time of year (other than the surplus of eggnog at HEB, of course)...
The 10 Best Free Holiday Events for Families in the Austin Area
The holidays are fast approaching, which can mean only one thing: It’s time to seek out the best festive and...
The 10 Best Food Trucks Around Austin
In a city that is as well-known for its abundant food trucks as it is for being the capital of...
ALERT: Mold Prompts Kroger to Recall Purified Water for Babies
Attention parents and caregivers: If you buy groceries at Kroger, it’s time to check your pantries! The grocery chain, in...
The 10 Best Holiday Craft Markets in the Austin Area
Holiday shopping doesn’t have to be stressful or chaotic — but that’s usually exactly what it is when you visit...
What Parents Need to Know About Facebook’s New Messenger App for Kids
More than 1 billion people around the world are on Facebook, and your little one might be next. The social...
ALERT: Fire Hazard Causes Recall of 23K Crib, Toddler Mattresses
Dream On Me, a children’s furniture company, is recalling more than 23,000 spring and foam crib and toddler mattresses...
You Don’t Always Have to Share: Teaching Toddlers When It’s OK to Say “No”
Since my daughter entered toddlerhood, we spend lots of time at our local parks. They’re so familiar to me that...
UPDATED! Birth & Maternal Health Resource Book Launch
We at MomsRising are excited to share our first Birth & Maternal Health Resource Book with you! It’s for partners, legislators and...
Parents Know The Physical Signs When Your Teen Is Intoxicated
Teenagers are using substances at an alarming rate, many of them can be found in your medicine cabinets. As substance...
Parenting Positively: Ten Important Truths Adults Should Learn About Children
The hardest job in the world is being a parent, or maybe it’s being a child. Both these...
Parenting tips – mistakes parents make while parenting teenagers
Parenting teenagers can be easy Parenting teenagers is generally considered a difficult task, but I would disagree with this notion....
Free Stuff for Pregnant Women
Finding free stuff for pregnant women is a blessing since enormous expenses come along with having a baby. From...
Playtime Helps Kids Maintain Balance in Mind and Body
Today our kids are busier than ever. Soccer practice, piano lessons, gymnastics, school, homework, baseball practice, voice lessons, tutoring time,...
Teaching Kids to Be Healthy From the Beginning
Contrary to popular belief, kids are not born desiring cookies, candy, and ice cream....
The 5 Best Dog Training Classes Around Boston
Your four-legged friend is part of your family, and with this training he can be just as well-mannered as your...
5 Hobbies for Busy Moms — and How to Pull It Off
Whether they’re working or staying at home, many moms end up putting their own interests on the backburner in order to...
How Care Took Center Stage on the Golden Globes’ Red Carpet
Dazzling black gowns, tailored tuxedos, and the ever-familiar red carpet kicked off the 75th Golden Globes on Sunday night. But...
10 spots to take outdoor family photos in Houston
When my son turned 1, we splurged on a photographer to take some family photos. Until then, we had gotten...
Walmart Increases Wages, Expands Parental Leave Policy
On the same day, the company also announced the closure of 63 Sam’s Club stores across the country. Walmart, one of...
Don’t Miss It! Here’s the Winter Olympics 2018 Schedule of Events
Opening Ceremony Friday, February 9 from 20:00-22:00 UTC Alpine Skiing Sunday, February 11-15, 17-18, 21-24 Sunday, February 11 – Men’s Downhill from 11:00-13:05...
Headaches In Teenagers
Parents who want to help their teens through the pain and stress caused by headaches should review the accompanying guide....
Teenagers today are getting affected by social media
The boons of social media have taken the world by storm. It keeps channels open for an uninhibited exchange of...
Want to improve Academic Writing? Check these 5 Mobile Apps for Students
Academic Writing is an essential skill that every student must develop in order to communicate his/her ideas clearly as well...
Child’s Play And The Role Of Early Education
The early childhood years, before school and society begin to wield their influence, could be called the “play years.” Though...
How to Ask for (and Get) a Flexible Work Arrangement
This advice will help you create a plan for a more manageable work schedule. Do you want more flexibility at...
Things I wish my employer knew about maternity leave
By To-wen Tseng With a newborn, the days are long but the years are short. My baby turned ten weeks this...
Children’s Party Entertainment
Planning your children’s birthday party can be such a fun experience no matter what age they are. If you are...
Help Your Kids Stay in Shape with These 5 Tips
According to the World Health Organization, worldwide obesity has nearly tripled since 1975. Furthermore, over 340 million children and adolescents...
Celebrating Caregivers on International Women’s Day
In the early 1900’s, the International Women’s Conference designated March 8 as International Women’s Day to celebrate the women’s rights...
ALERT: Graco Recalls 36K Highchairs After 5 Children Injured
Graco, a well-known baby retailer, is recalling nearly 36,000 of its Table2Table 6-in-1 Highchairs after five children were injured by...
4 questions to help you find a babysitter you love
When you start searching for a babysitter, the first thing you might notice is that there are so many qualified...
5 Ways to Naturally Boost Your Child’s Immune System
When school is in session, cold and flu are in season. A runny nose is just the tip of the...
What Is ‘AFib’ and How Do You Live With It?
Artrial Fibrillation, or AFib, is the most common heart arrhythmia and can cause blood clots, heart attack, and stroke. It...
Five Things to Know About Handing Over Your Heart and Pre-K Drop-Offs!
A first time drop off to childcare or pre-k can be rough for everyone involved, from kids and parents, to...
How to Talk to Kids of All Ages About Difficult Subjects
By Caroline Knorr One of the toughest jobs of parenting is talking to your kids about difficult subjects. It’s hard enough...
You’ve Hired the Sitter – Now What?
Whether hiring a newborn care provider, caregiver for your twins or babysitter for older children, it’s important to have a plan in...
Let U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth Breastfeed on the Senate Floor!
U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth is about to make history (herstory!) as the first U.S. Senator to ever give birth while in office!...