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,...

  Summer in Austin means Fredericksburg peaches, a plunge into Barton Springs and the annual search for the right summer camp. With dozens of options in Central Texas—ranging from traditional outdoor camps to niche experiences in robotics, music or horseback...

Sometimes life can be difficult. Whether we are feeling anxious about current affairs or dealing with a health issue, laughter—believe it or not—can help us persevere. As adults, we tend to get bogged down with our to-do lists and stresses of daily life and forget how...

  How much time do your children spend dabbling in the arts? Creativity is the ability to think in unusual, divergent ways. It does not only refer to artistic and musical expression; it is also essential for science, math, and social/emotional intelligence....

  Your child wakes up with a sore throat, you begin an internal debate about whether to keep your child home or send him to school. You feel caught in a dilemma. On one side, you do not want your child to struggle through the school day because he doesn't feel...

  January is here. It's time to plan for the year ahead. Around 30% of Americans make New Year's resolutions to improve their lives. Typically, New Year's resolutions are for adults making goals about their health, finances, hobbies, or personal relationships....

  If you’re planning to take a road trip this holiday season you’re in good company! The American Automobile Association (AAA) estimated over 115 million people traveled more than 50 miles from home over Christmas and New Year's in 2023. According to AAA, 90% of...

Thanksgiving week, when the children are home from school and (most of us) have a few days off from work, is a great time of year to soak up extra moments with your family. But, let’s be real, as busy parents we can have a hard time carving out those moments in the...

  Are you looking for a great way for your children to gain strength, increase flexibility, sharpen concentration, acquire self-confidence and make new friends? Consider enrolling them in martial arts.   When asked why children should practice the martial...

  I looked at my son playing a game on his phone and I was shocked at what I saw. This wasn’t about what he was playing or an inappropriate pop-up on his phone. It wasn’t even about how much screen time he had. When I saw my son, I couldn’t believe how he was...

  Summer is finally here, but your kids are on the couch staring at their devices or claiming that they are bored. Get them up and outside with these fun backyard games. Some are classic and some are more modern, but all of them will get your kids moving, playing...