Parenting
Children’s Books to Encourage Inclusion and Acceptance
Books are a wonderful tool to begin meaningful conversations between children and adults. They have the potential to create a lasting impact while gently guiding children through characters and situations that promote important topics, including respect for...
FOX 26-MY20 Classes at Home
“iWRITE Classes at Home,” Educational Programming for Houston-Area StudentsAiring on FOX 26-My20 on Thursdays at Noon (CST)Interactive writing lessons from iWRITE Founder & Children’s Author Melissa Williams Murphy on CH 20Houston, TX - April 14, 2020 —The iWRITE...
10 Home Schooling Apps to Try
If you’re moonlighting as a homeschool teacher for the next few weeks, technology can help get you up to speed. High quality apps and websites exist for every subject and every age. For younger kids, they can add some variation to other screen-free activities....
How much Screentime is too much?
We all know that less screen time is better for kids. And the current recommendations are clear, from the American Academy of Pediatrics: for kids under 18 months, screen time should be limited to video chatting, while for kids 2 to 5, it should be kept to 1 hour per...
How To Get Your Toddler To Eat Better
Yummy Toddler Food is one of our absolute favorite resources online for, well, really yummy toddler food. Whether it’s mini pumpkin muffins ortenders, baked chicken recipe developer, blogger and mom of two Amy Palanjian takes foods most kids like—like...
Halloween Safety Tips For Safe Trick or Treatin’
You’ve already made sure that the house is decorated, the candy is bought, and costumes are made/purchased/cleaned; it is never too late to discuss some tips with your kids on how to be safe while out Trick or Treating.Here are few tips before the spooky...
7 Cost Free Child Proofing Tips by Local Company Precious Baby Protectors
Do you have a curious little one at home? Rick Levinton, founder and owner of Precious Baby Protectors, shares his top 7 childproofing tips you can do yourself.1. FINGER PINCHING IN DOORS: Ouch! Take a bath towel, throw it over the top of the door so the...
Keeping Your Little One Safe Through Fall and Winter
Texas weather is about to change again and one of the biggest concerns every parent has is how to keep their sweet children safe from the elements. There are many ways to care for and warm your little ones and protect them from colds, viruses, and the like as the temperature gets chilly. Click to learn more, courtesy of SignatureCare Emergency Center.
The Top 8 Incredible Benefits Your Kids Will Receive from Elite MMA Training
Did you know that martial arts training can aid in your child’s psychological, physical and behavioral development? When I started my son at Elite MMA last August, I had no idea of the incredible benefits the training would provide. At the time I was just trying to...
Three Different Mouth Guards Recommended by Houston Dentists
With a new school year right around the corner, we all know what that means; sports! Before your child starts a new season, now is a great time to learn about mouth guards and the importance they play in your child’s active lifestyle. Did you know that...
Safety Programs for Non-Verbal and Special Needs residents in West U and Bellaire
The West University and Bellaire Police Departments have launched two new safety programs for special needs residents in response to a local moms dedication to implementing a safety net after her son went missing a few months ago in Bellaire.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston Opens Registration for After-School Programs for 2019-20 School Year
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston is now offering registration for its after-school programs at 23 different clubs in the Houston area, beginning Aug. 26 and running through the school year. Youth ages six to 17 are eligible for the program, which...
Navigating the “Stranger Danger” Conversation
As soon as our kids are old enough to make conversation we instill in them the fear of talking to strangers while at the same time, expecting them to be polite and friendly with others.I personally find it a struggle - not wanting to offend people but also...
Are your children safe in your pool? Child Proof with Pool Guard Texas
Summer is right around the corner, and If you have a pool, your utmost concern should be pool safety for your children and their friends. Pool Guard Texas provides security fences that are not an eyesore, and sure to please the most discerning homeowner.
Teaching Children to Manage their Allowance (and More) with BusyKid App
Say goodbye to the chore chart! The BusyKid app lets parents use their phones to pay children for chores and teaches them how to save, spend, invest and donate. Once the parent is ready to pay the child’s weekly allowance, the funds are drawn from their...
Conscious Kids : Teaching Children the Art of Yoga by Hope Wills of Sama Yoga Houston
What if we taught kids to tune into their bodies and breath? Yoga offers children the opportunity to take control of their responses to stimuli and stress and to practice compassion for themselves and others.
Sleep Hacks for Babies – Improve Nighttime Sleep for You and Baby
Having a baby is one of the most exciting times in life! Amid all the congratulations and excitement, it is inevitable that people will also offer the advice to “get as much sleep as you can now!” as if you will never sleep again!! All of that advice gave...
5 Tips for Getting Your Child’s Sleep Back On Schedule
by Hillary Catherine, Hillary Catherine Sleep Consulting There is nothing like a rainy, cool week (and the kids going back to school) to remind us that summer is over. Done right summer is care-free and full of play dates, beach excursions, and pool days...
Letter of the Day Activity
I love when I see a great idea from other Moms in our community and when I saw this one, I HAD to share with everyone! My friend Lindsey has the cutest little girls, Ruby and Frances (follow their instagram!), who are always on adventures around town. She...
Top 5 Pieces of Advice for New Moms
For those who don’t know me, hello! My name is Amanda Morgan and I’m the voice behind the blog Healthy Wifestyle. I’m also a new mom to my adorable little bundle Lacey, who’s about to turn seven months! Motherhood has been such a blessing, but it’s also...
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