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New real shorts for real girls from Austin’s Girls Will Be
Every mom of girls knows this truth: Finding shorts that meet school dress code rules and that her daughter can play in and not look like a hoochie mama is difficult. We resort to shopping the boy’s...
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When you need to be able to throw the rug in the washing machine, Ruggables
This is one smart idea: In a world where kids and pets or even regular life exists, wouldn’t it be great to be able to throw your living room rug into the washing machine? The top layer of Ruggables...
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Looking ahead to the summer: My top 5 things to do with kids in Austin
There’s a lot of family activities to do this summer. Here are my Top 5 things we’re looking forward to this year: 1. Spend the day at Barton Springs Pool, then head over to Zilker Hillside Theater...
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14 things to enjoy with kids this weekend in Austin
The weatherman says it’s going to be beautiful on Friday and Saturday, making them perfect days and nights to see stars or wander around gardens. Sunday is a different story, with 90 percent chance of...
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So much happening at the Austin Public Library for kids in June
We get excited when school gets out because the Austin Public Library becomes bustling with programs for kids experience its summer reading program. Here’s just a sample of what is happening in June:...
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Pflugerville Girl Scout Marie Young gets her Silver Award by creating Junior...
Marie Young, 12, came to the Waco Mammoth National Monument last summer and was disappointed. The new national park did not yet have a Junior Ranger Program. Marie has earned 59 junior ranger badges —...
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Looking ahead to June: Things to do with your family in Austin
I’ve spent the morning finding all kinds of neat things to do in Austin in June with kids. Keep this list handy when “I’m bored!” hits. Museums Jude Kozakiewicz, 3, paints a picture at the Blanton’s...
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What are you doing with your family this long Memorial Day weekend? We’ve got...
Ahh, summer is just around the corner. Kids in Austin Independent School District have a four day weekend, before heading back to school for three whole days next week. Bastrop does the same but ends...
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Two parenting conferences in June: MommyCon and The Big Baby Bash and Family Jam
We’ve got two big parenting conferences coming and I’ve got tickets to one of them. MommyCon is coming to Austin on June 25. The Big Baby Bash and Family Jam is a prenatal to preschool fair from...
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Should you let your baby cry it out? One study says, “yes”
Ayden Bent, 10 months, stands in his crib during nap time. One new study put “crying it out” at night to the test. Flinders University in South Australia studied 43 babies who 6 months or older who had...
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Austin family creates Piki Piki Bike so toddlers can get on and go
Piki Piki Bike was created by Tamsin and Brett Spence. Their children Michael, 2, John, 4, and Megan, 7, have all test driven the bike.Credit: Spence Family/Gallo and Spence Toys Growing up in South...
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Heading out on a boat this weekend? Remember water safety with kids
Sea Tow Foundation has this infographic with helpful reminders about boating safety and kids. Remember to put on life jackets that fit before you go. If you’re heading to the lake or to pools this...
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Swaddling might be bad for your baby. Study finds increase risk of sudden...
Dr. Shana Godfred-Cato is a pediatrician at Austin Regional Clinic. Credit: Austin Regional Clinic. New parents often fret about swaddling. They look for the perfect blanket. They practice the...
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Bubblepalooza is postponed … now what are you doing this weekend?
The Long Center has decided to postpone Bubblepalooza until July 16 because of expected bad weather this weekend. It was originally supposed to be Saturday. On this first weekend of summer break, there...
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What’s natural about parenting? MommyCon event shows you
MommyCon is coming to Austin on June 25. Chicago mom Xza Higgins is gathering 750 like-minded moms and dads at the Austin Convention Center on June 25. Her MommyCon convention has a natural parenting...
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Looking for last-minute ideas for Father’s Day? We have some
When it comes to Father’s Day, dads often get the short shrift after all the hoopla of Mother’s Day. We have some ideas to offer you if you’re still looking for something special. Give the gift of...
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New Dove video celebrates dads as real heroes this Father’s Day
[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1gTkjySp4gI&w=560&h=315] Dove, the soap brand behind the real beauty ad campaign that addresses the complicated relationship between girls and body...
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Love Child, new website for creative Austin moms
Love Child is the brain child of wardrobe stylist Cristina Facundo Bocanegra. Cristina Facundo Boconegra started lifestyle online magazine Love Child when she was pregnant with Bowie. It launched this...
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Planning ahead: What’s happening in July for families in Austin
Today, I’ve spent the day compiling my monthly list of events for families. There’s a lot, but I’m sure I’ve missed something. Have an event you’d like to get into our family calendars? Email me at...
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Learn about asteroids on Friday at Texas Museum of Science & Technology
The new planetarium at the Texas Museum of Science & Technology allows the museum to show different types of star shows as well as do star talks. Friday is Asteroid Day at the museum. The Texas...
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