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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 […]

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Mixers and Elixirs at HMNS

Parents, if you’ve always enjoyed the HMNS, or just haven’t had an opportunity to really explore the Houston gem this event is the prefect chance! Every Friday beginning in February, Houston Museum of Natural Science hosts their Mixers and Elixirs event, encouraging Houstonians twenty-one and over to partake in an after hours museum party. Cash […]

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BBQing for Father’s Day

It is Dad’s Day soon and that means we’re firing up the grill and grabbing the barbecue sauce for an all day, man appreciating, grilling bonanza! We’re starting with some grilled chicken with fruit salsa, a recipe I adapted from Mass Live, before heading into our finger-licking ribs from DroolWorthy for the main course. And […]

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DIY Fabric Wall Art

The art that we hang on the walls of our homes is intended to make a statement and let our individual tastes shine through. One way to make sure that your home’s wall art says something about you is by creating it yourself! These DIY decorative wall plaques will give any space in your home […]

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Father’s Day at Bayou Bend

Enjoy a lovely Father’s Day afternoon Saturday, June 14th or Sunday, June 15th from 1pm to 5pm taking in the beautiful sights of the MFAH Bayou Bend collection. Houston philanthropist and original owner of the home, Ima Hogg, donated the historic 14-acre River Oaks estate to MFAH in 1957 so all Houstonians could enjoy the rare […]

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PAWS Reading Program

Building your child’s confidence in reading will help them become stronger writers, speakers, and students! Houston Museum of Nature Science Sugarland hosts the PAWS Reading Program each Friday and Saturday at 10am, where children have to opportunity to read, or just listen, a new book or even old favorite to some adoring canine companions. The […]

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Mason Jar Spill-Proof Cup

There are a lot of things that can make parenting challenging, and worrying about spills should not be one of them. This alternative to the traditional spill-proof cup will save you money, while functioning just as effectively for your child! What you will need: Mason jar with lid Drill (with drill bit size that will fit […]

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Skinny Peanut Butter Yogurt Dip

If your family loves peanut butter, this healthy alternative dip is a great way to keep that favorite treat around without all the calories. I just mix about half a cup of plain fat free Greek yogurt, with a fourth of a cup of peanut butter! Then you can serve it with everyone’s favorite fruits […]

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Rope Light Sign

It’s warming up out there, and that means barbecues in the backyard and long summer days are just around the corner. I thought this adorable light rope sign from A Beautiful Mess, would make the perfect patio accent piece! Supplies: 50 ft. light rope A box of nails Hammer Measuring tape Choose a simple word, […]

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Free Monthly Crafts at Hands-On Houston

The first Saturday of every month is Hands-On Houston, an event hosted by the Houston Center for Contemporary Craft that invites you and your family to join them in a free craft activity hosted by local artists! This month on June 7th the featured craft is felted soap, and artist Barbara Kile, a fifteen-year felt expert, will […]

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