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New Summer Read: Happy And You Know It
Author Laura Hankin’s book, Happy and You Know It, shines a spotlight on a rich and hilarious topic—kids music classes. Laura is, in real life, a playdate musician in addition to being an author, and hilariously and adeptly covers the outlandish world of Upper East…
4th of July Recipe Roundup
These options include something for everyone, from festive cocktails to savory sides…
Where Can You Still See Fireworks Near South Austin?
I’ve rounded up a few fireworks displays that are still be lighting up the night sky on Independence Day.
A Go-To Blueberry Pie Recipe for the 4th of July!
Anyone else baking up a storm this summer? We’re adding this festive dessert from Art of the Pie’s Kate McDermott to our 4th of July baking list.
Catching Up with Donte Palmer of Squat for Change!
Last year, we spoke to Donte Palmer, dad to three boys, about his amazing Squat for Change movement. It started with a single viral photo of him trying to change his youngest son’s diaper in a public restroom, on his lap…
Inspire a Love of Learning with the Learn With Homer App
This week’s Friday Fave has won the prestigious Teacher’s Choice and Mom’s Choice awards- and hands down has my vote.
Home Video Organization with Doorstep Digital
Doorstep Digital to the rescue their mad digital organization skills. The goal: deduplication of photos and consolidation of favorite family videos in one location.
Rosé Cocktails for Summer!
Rosé is the official drink of summer, and it’s also a perfect base for warm weather cocktails. We asked Erica Blumenthal and Nikki Huginar, who co-authored Yes Way Rosé, for their favorite pink mixed drinks. See below and cheers to summer! Photos: Sarah Anne...
Tips for Hitting Up Austin Pools This Summer
How to make reservations and our experience so far at 3 beloved pools…
7 Tips for a Successful Pediatric Telemedicine Appointment
Follow these suggestions to get the most out of your time with the doc.
Covid & Kids: What to Know About the New Inflammatory Syndrome
New information from Yale New Haven Hospital Experts
Early Literacy Tips to Spark Summer Reading
Every child development expert we’ve spoken to over the past few weeks, from teachers to pediatricians, has said that keeping kids reading (and reading to younger kids) is one of, if not the most, important thing you can do to keep kids learning at home.
Best Baby & Kid Sunscreens for Summer 2020
The Environmental Working Group (EWG) is sharing their top picks!
Black-Owned Businesses in Austin
You can use your purchasing power to speak volumes! Support these businesses owned by PoC in our community to shout it from the rooftops that we love, value and honor them…
Meet a Mom: The BakerMama!
Maegan Brown of TheBakerMama chats with us about why boards are the perfect solution for family meals, her favorite quarantine dishes and how beginner chefs can perfect her technique.
The Lost Husband Film
Looking for your next weekend movie distraction? Look no further! Here’s the inside scoop from the director, Vicki Wight.
Brighten Your Home With Flowers
How to use florals to brighten up your quarantine life.
5 Flower Crafts Your Kids Can Do With or Without You!
When you’re running out of ideas of activities your kids can do without you, look no further…these DIYs require little to no adult supervision and includes printables!
Meet Holly
Meet the Mom behind Sanctuary Project- bringing hope to survivors of trafficking, addiction and violence…
Cheers to Mom with 2 Simple Sangria Recipes!
A master mixologist and mom of two shares her favorite two ways to make this refreshing cocktail…