No, I’m Not Sending My Kid To Pre-K, And That’s Okay

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My son is currently 3 ½ years old. Since he was about 2 ½ years old, people have asked me “when will he go to school?” I’ve always been very confused with this question....
Mother's Day Out

Why Mothers Day Out is Worth it

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If you had asked me three months ago if Mother’s Day Out (MDO) is worth it, I would have strongly hesitated before answering.  We have our battles.  For one, my daughter is now a...

Spotting Hand Foot Mouth Disease

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While my kiddo and I were on vacay across the country, he developed hand foot mouth disease (while getting molars). I had no idea. Because like so many things with kiddos, these germs showed themselves...
terrible twos

Stop Calling it The Terrible Twos

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Toddlerhood is tough, there's no question about it. Our children are finally able to verbalize what they want and need, they're able to get around and explore. As parents, we are figuring out how...

10 Best Playgrounds in Austin & Surrounding Areas

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Austin has a LOT of playgrounds, from your standard one-slide-and-two-swings variety to really incredible climbing, slides that tempt adults and shady seating to boot. Here are ten totally awesome playgrounds, Westlake to Georgetown, that...

The 6 Best Santas in Austin

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  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...
Austin Restaurants Where Kids Can Play

Austin Restaurants Where Kids Can Play

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Bringing babies to restaurants is easy. I would put my little one on my boob and enjoy at least an hour long conversation over chips and guac with my girlfriends. Then at 8 months, he...

A Busy Mom’s Lunchbox Ideas

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If you are the "#extra" type that makes Mickey Mouse-shaped pancakes on weekday mornings, this post may not be for you. I'm that "Grab a breakfast bar on your way out the door!" kind of...
best splash pads

Best Splash Pads In And Around Austin

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Opening Day is here, and we couldn't be more excited. And no, I'm not talking about baseball. I am talking about the other game-changer...  SPLASH PAD OPENING DAY!   When I hear 'splash pad,' my heart...

H-E-B Shows Teachers Love Across Texas

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We all know H-E-B rocks and before school starts they are helping Texas teachers stock up for the upcoming school year without breaking the bank, H-E-B will extend exciting back-to-school savings, helping educators stretch...