Humor
Last year, my aunt passed on to me a book that once belonged to my great grandmother: “The Standard Book of Recipes and Housewife’s Guide,” edited by Alice A. Johnson, Janet McKenzie Hill and Dr. Henry Hartshorne. Beneath its faded crimson cover, I discovered a world...
Family Matters
Q. Our 10-year-old daughter gets angry when she doesn’t get her way or what she wants. She doesn’t want to share with others. She resists doing chores and homework. She is jealous when her 6-year-old sister gets attention. Why does she behave this way? What can we do...
Lifelines
Dental decay is a serious problem in children. About 1 in 5 young children has high levels of untreated cavities, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Parents are often unsure of how to promote good oral health, so we asked Dr. Anil...
Education
Everyone gets nervous for a test from time to time. Any exam—a driving test, the SAT or an elementary-school standardized test—can cause some anxiety. A low level of stress is natural and can help you feel alert and energized. But when stress becomes debilitating, it...
Family Connections
The “internet of things” is starting to gather steam. Controlling lighting, alarms, temps and an array of other household tech will continue to grow in 2016. This new technology, known as home automation, is growing fast. Don’t think boring and limited. This ain’t...
Feature Articles
Valentine’s Day is a perfect excuse to show your child just how much he or she is loved. Use these creative ideas to show how much you care now and throughout the year. Edible Ideas Lovely Lunches. Add a shaped candy to your child’s lunch box. Stock up during...
Feature Articles
You’ve picked up your child from her 2s, 3s or 4s program, with the rest of the day or the weekend ahead of you. Now what? It’s a common dilemma. “So many parents ask me, ‘What do I do with my child when we get home?’” says Elissa Sungar, a former preschool teacher...
Feature Articles
by Sherida Mock Johnny Costarell recently turned 14, but he’s already gone through two heart transplants. His first was at age 3, when his original heart gave out. Then in March 2015, it became clear that Johnny’s transplanted heart was failing. The Costarells went...
Austin in Action
Mad Science of Austin and San Antonio is now under new ownership. The popular provider of hands-on science activities is now owned by Adrianna Hagan, who worked for the company since her college days in 1999. Mad Science offers in-class workshops, after school...
Austin in Action
A new family entertainment venue opened Jan. 16 in Lakeway. High 5 offers families a full-service restaurant, 28 bowling lanes, video arcade and laser tag arena. An upscale bar and lounge is available for adults, as well. Featuring a distinctive Rory Skagen mural...
