Family Matters
Q Our 10-year-old son, Scott, is negative about his abilities. He says he is not smart enough. He often claims assignments are too difficult, so he doesn’t try do them. There is a lot of complaining. He wants help with assignments he is capable of completing....
Feature Articles
Father’s Day is almost here, and what better way to celebrate dads than with a heartfelt gift? However, dads are notoriously hard to buy for, either because they say they do not want anything or already have everything. For this reason, we created this Father’s...
Education
I picked my son and a few of his friends up from middle school to drive them to an activity. These were friends that he – and I – have known since kindergarten, and this was nowhere near the first time this crew had been in my car, although it had...
Austin in Action
Registration is now open for the 2025 Hand to Hold NICU Graduate Reunion, set for Saturday, June 7, at Q2 Stadium in Austin. The event is free and open to all neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) graduates, regardless of hospital, or age. Hosted by the Austin-based...
Lifelines
Between Zoom meetings, grocery shopping, and an overflowing calendar, an idea comes to mind: Maybe my oldest could watch the little one. As trustworthy (also affordable) sitters get harder to find, the thought inches forward. When older siblings babysit,...
Austin in Action
In recognition of National Mental Health Awareness Month, Greater Austin YMCA is offering $1 counseling sessions to support the community’s mental well-being. The program aims to eliminate barriers to essential mental health support during a time when awareness and...
Sponsored Content
The real estate market is a rapidly shifting terrain where timing often dictates success. Buyers who understand how to move strategically before a neighborhood becomes trendy are the ones who reap the greatest rewards. The art of buying a house before the buzz demands...
Austin in Action
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has announced the winners of the 2025 Texas division of Wildlife Forever’s Fish Art Contest, celebrating the artistic talent and conservation awareness of young Texans across the state. The contest, hosted by the Texas...
Austin in Action
Families looking for a unique night out under the stars can catch Austin Shakespeare’s daring production of Julius Caesar at Zilker Hillside Theatre, May 15–25. This year’s Free Shakespeare in the Park flips the script with most of the Roman conspirators...
Austin in Action
We’re thrilled to announce that Redeemer is now accepting children as young as 12 months for our Preschool program! Our nurturing environment and skilled staff will help your child grow into confident and lifelong learners. To learn more or schedule a campus...
