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Easy Frozen Yogurt Treats

Easy Frozen Yogurt Treats


July 28, 2017    Houston Mothers

Kids love cool treats, especially during the Houston summer! This is a great way to help your kids stay cool and encourage healthy eating. This snack is great because not only is it healthy, but you can easily customize it! By using favorite shapes and flavors, kids will love these treats. Plus the entire family […]

Tips for Healthy Snacks

Tips for Healthy Snacks


May 5, 2017    Houston Mothers

Healthy Snacks Your famiy will love! It’s no secret that kids love to snack, and as parents it is important that you help them make the right choices when it comes to the food that they eat. Healthy snacking can incorporate important vitamins and nutrients into their diets, while simultaneously curbing their ever-growing appetites, so […]

Re-Grow Vegetables at Home

Re-Grow Vegetables at Home


April 7, 2017    Houston Mothers

It’s hard to keep kids’ attention for long projects, or even movies – but you can bet that if you have a plant that promises to change and grow over time they will be excited to hop up every morning and go check it out. The best part about these cool tricks we found on the […]

St. Patrick’s Day Family Events


March 10, 2017    Sara Hickey

Celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner, and the Houston area is loaded with events celebrating the big day. Traditionally, St. Paddy’s Day festivities are geared towards adults and focus on local pubs and drink specials. However, the city also hosts a number of family-friendly activities for all ages. Houston’s […]

Is Your Elementary School One of the Best in Houston?


February 3, 2017    Sara Hickey

Data analysis site Niche recently released a ranking of Houston’s top 30 public elementary schools. The site looked at data from the Department of Education and surveys from both students and parents to compile the ranking. Factors like test scores, teacher quality, school culture, and diversity influenced each school’s placement on the list. Where are […]

Instagram to Follow: Fully Raw Kristina


January 27, 2017    Sara Hickey

Looking for some food inspiration? We suggest a local food expert with an inspiring Instagram! Whether you’re a vegan or not, you should check out Fully Raw Kristina. Filled with recipes, stories, and other uplifting content, her social media pages are worth the follow. Leading a raw food, vegan diet, she is a Houston local and […]

Family Adventure at Space Center Houston!


January 20, 2017    Sara Hickey

Since its opening day in 1992, Space Center Houston (SCH) has seen over 18 million visitors walk through its doors. Within its 250,000-square-foot educational complex, Space Center Houston provides a fun and engaging environment for education. Let your family explore their interests in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. With both permanent and traveling exhibits, there’s […]

TV Time May Cut Your Children’s Sleep Short


January 6, 2017    Sara Hickey

When life is hectic, it can be tempting to place a child in front of the TV for a few hours to give yourself a much needed break. But, a recent study suggests that TV time could be hindering your child’s sleep. Researchers from the Harvard School of Public Health and Massachusetts General Hospital found […]

Staycation at Home Instead of Travelling


December 30, 2016    Sara Hickey

Whether it’s floating down a canal in Venice or discovering that secret beach in Maui, we all have our dream vacations. And while swimming through a private lagoon in Tahiti may remain only a dream, there are more than enough other vacations you can take with your family — and you don’t even have to […]

Holiday Recipes to Make With Your Kids


December 16, 2016    Sara Hickey

Holiday cooking and baking are always filled with cheer — except when you’re stuck in the kitchen all alone. Here are some simple holiday recipes to help you get the whole family involved in preparing for a celebration: Reindeer Cinnamon Buns Recipe Add a festive twist to your holiday breakfasts. All you need is a few […]

Holiday Festivals for the Family


December 10, 2016    Sara Hickey

The holiday season is here, and there are plenty of things to do in Houston to celebrate. Whether you enjoy viewing festive light shows, sitting around a campfire, perusing ice sculptures or going to a holiday concert, there’s something for everyone this time of year. With so much going on in the city, here are […]

Christmas Eve Surprise Box

Christmas Eve Surprise Box


December 9, 2016    Houston Mothers

The holidays are a time when families come together, celebrate the season, and make memories that are cherished forever. This year change things up and start a new family tradition! Create a Christmas Eve Box to surprise your children. This Christmas Eve Surprise Box contains (you can add in different treats depending on the age […]

Egg Carton Color Sorting

Many of the activities that we do every day involve sorting colors. From coordinating an outfit to following traffic lights, knowing our colors is an important skill to have. Start building your child’s knowledge of color with the egg carton color sorter! Not only will they be able to identify colors by sight, but with this […]

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Solo Cup Sparkler Shields

Most children love fireworks, and others sometimes are a bit scared. Help them ease their minds with this solo cup trick I found on Love2Dream. Head on over to your nearest firework stand and grab a couple of boxes of sparklers and starter sticks. I always let my son pick out the ones he wants […]

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Southwest Airlines Freedom Over Texas

Independence Day is a cherished holiday in America, and Houston knows just how to celebrate it! Brought to you this year by Mayor Annise D. Parker, the 4th of July festival Freedom Over Texas has been a Houston tradition for decades. Located in Eleanor Tinsley Park from 4pm to 10pm on July 4th, this six-hour freedom […]

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Mommy Mingle Wednesday’s

The Children’s Museum of Houston is inviting all moms, dads and caregivers of the Houston area to participate in their Mommy Mingle Wednesday event! After your kids are dropped off at school or their activity for the morning, stop by for some complimentary breakfast and coffee after general admission at the CMH! It’s a great opportunity to […]

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Cajun Foil Packet

Cooking a foil pouch full of delicious veggies and meat in the oven is so easy, it’s unbelievable! I just dump my favorite bite sized pieces of vegetables and cooked sausage onto a large piece of foil, wrap it up, and pop it into the oven, on the grill or the campfire! It’s the perfect […]

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Summer Freezer Sabers

Keep your kids cool this summer! Do you have a child who loves Star Wars? Here is a fun way for kids to enjoy a freezer pop without getting their little fingers frozen and sticky! I found this adorable craft on Parents.com, these little pop saber sleeves require only a few materials. Supplies: -Grey Felt (3- […]

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Bath Time Paint

Make bath time even more fun for the little one with homemade bath paint. Let their creativity and artistic side shine in the one place where painting the walls is okay! This is an easy to make paint that’s safe for your children to use in the tub. Supplies: – ¼ cup baby shampoo or wash – ¼ […]

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Lights of Houston with the Brazilian Arts Foundation

Bring the whole family to learn more about Brazil’s rich culture and dive into an interactive light painting exhibit at the “Lights of Houston.” event! Husband and wife photography team Matt Crawford and Che Rickman shot several nighttime scenes centering on the Brazilian martial art of capoeira and various Afro-Brazilian dances. With the help of […]

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