Guide to Austin

What could be better than a newborn taking a pacifier right away and being immediately soothed by it? My husband and I thought we lucked out when Elizabeth took a pacifier like a champ....

  It's that time of year again! The time of year where your Facebook feed begins to fill up with lots (and lots and lots and lots) of pictures of your friends' children sitting on...

For some, holiday shopping is an adrenaline rush. For others, it's an annual headache served with a side of long lines and out-of-stock disappointments. About half of the names on my Christmas list are...

Skateboarding has been around for the last 70 years. Yep, they were first made in the 1950s and now skateboarding is an actual competitive sport. My kids are nowhere near or even in the...

As a child I use to spend hours dancing in my living room, it was me and the music and my big imagination.  My mom noticed my friends were in dance class, and she...

Friday night dates are something my husband and I try to stick with on a weekly basis. We plan for them by lining up regular childcare and booking reservations in advance. If it's on...

Insta-Worthy Austin Mural Guide One of my most favorite things about living in Austin? The artsy, counter-culture vibe. We have this incredible opportunity to teach our kids that weird is okay, that different is good,...

Dust off your boots it’s Austin rodeo time. Before you grab the kiddos and head out to the Travis County Expo Center be sure to check out our insider tips. This Austin tradition dates...

Hey, ice cream lovers! It’s National Ice Cream Day, and we’re lucky to have some of the best frozen treats here in Austin. Texas heat + ice cream… yes, please. Below are some of the...

Disclosure :: We are frequently asked about early childhood programs and recommendations for child care, preschools and schools in Austin and understand that picking a school or child care center that fits your child’s and your family’s...