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Things to do in DallasDallas' Summer Sizzle: Blooms, Art, and Unexpected DelightsListeners heading to Dallas this week are in for an incredible mix of fun, entertainment, and local flavor, with standout experiences ranging from world-class attractions to hidden gems that even the locals cherish.At the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, summer is in full swing with thousands of blooms and remarkable sculptures. Today, July 25, you can catch events like the Garden Chef Series, offering culinary inspiration, and 'Trayscapes: Nature, Nostalgia & the Art of Everyday.' On July 29, an Acrylic Painting Basics class inspired by Monet is happening, perfect for those looking to get creative in a serene setting...2025-07-2503 minThings to do in DallasDallas Summer Delights: Skyline Views, Live Music, Sports, and Cultural GemsListeners visiting Dallas this week are in for a treat, with a vibrant lineup of festivities and plenty of unique attractions to explore every day. Begin your adventure by soaring above the Dallas skyline at Reunion Tower. According to Reunion Tower’s official site, you can catch the current Picolé Pops Day on July 26th—grab a gourmet popsicle and soak in the 360-degree view of the city. If you’re visiting earlier in the week, look for interactive art events or even a family-friendly magic show on July 23rd atop the GeO-Deck, making this a must-do for all ages.2025-07-2404 min
Big Facts No CapSpring BreakThe boys talk the carbonaro effect, getting zooted off zyn packs, and tv shows about making it in the rap game (Phil TV show up next?). They then dive deep into all the facets of spring break both small and large in two beachy advice columns. They top off the episode with a fresh new third seggy called wiiiiiiiiiiiiiilllllllld styyyyyyyyyyyyyllle.
Article 1: Mrs. McVeigh's Manners https://dfwchild.com/mrs-mcveighs-manners-spring-break-mistake/
Article 2: Stirring the pot https://www.michigandaily.com/opinion/stirring-the-pot-spring-break-up/
Third Seggy: Wild style MTV's Spring Break craziest moments https://www.complex.com/pop-culture/a...2024-04-051h 06
Parenting in the First 3 YearsIs Risky Play Worth the Risk? With Audrey RowlandHow can parents effectively balance the inherent challenge of safeguarding their children while nurturing their autonomy, particularly in the context of risky play?
In this episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Audrey Roland, the visionary founder of Green Space Learning. Audrey has dedicated herself to early childhood professional development, and her organization includes licensed childcare centers along with the creation of innovative natural play equipment for playgrounds.
Whether you're a parent, caregiver, or simply curious about fostering a child's development through risky play, Audrey's wealth of experience and wisdom is bound to captivate you...2024-02-2030 min
The White Hatter - Parenting In An Online World19. Mom/Dad - I Want To Be A Pro-Gamer or Social Media InfluencerWhen we speak with students, especially those in elementary schools and middle school, about what they want to do as a career when they grow up, the two most common answers we hear are #1 “I want to be an online professional e-gamer” or #2 “I want to be a social media influencer”. On this podcast, we are going to be talking about what is the likelihood of a teen becoming a professional e-gamer or social media influencer, and what do we as parents and caregivers say and do when our kids share with us that this is what they want to do as...2022-11-2013 min
The Mama Retreat6. Creative Outlets: Why You Should Have One, and What To Do If You Aren't Creativehttps://dfwchild.com/mommy-burnout-part-2-how-to-fix-it/
https://www.cornerstone.edu/blog-post/what-is-creativity-and-why-do-you-need-it/
https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/create
Do you ever feel burnt out? Does the daily grind wear you down? Are you bored of the monotony of the day to day? If you answered yes to any or all of these, then you need a creative outlet sister!
In this episode we dive into what it means and why it is important to have a creative outlet.
And before you get in the perfectionist mindset, having an outlet like...2022-08-1523 min
The Amazing Moms Podcast For Special Needs Parents#6 Helping your special needs child deal with grief and the loss of a loved one.We recently lost our nephew, Autumn's cousin. We have been trying our best to help to deal with her grief and explain things in a way that she can understand.
Here is the link to a website that I used for information on how to help Autumn.
https://dfwchild.com/how-to-comfort-a-grieving-child-with-special-needs/
Do you have questions, or would you like to reach out?
Feel free to email me at theamazingmomspodcast@yahoo.com
Thank you for listening.2022-03-0913 min
DFWChild - For Dallas / Fort Worth ParentsMaking the most of Christmas toys | Ep. 14As you do your Christmas shopping, we look at how you can find toys that can grow with your child as opposed to ending up sitting at the bottom of the toy bin. Busy Toddler's Susie Allison has several suggestions. You can find great gift guides for kids of all ages and lots of fun holiday events on the seasonal section of DFWChild.com2020-12-0815 minDFWChild - For Dallas / Fort Worth ParentsThe importance of traditions | Ep. 13While the holidays might look a little different during a pandemic, traditions are still important. We talk with Laura O'Reilly, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in counseling, about why traditions are so important for children developing family bonds.2020-11-2412 minDFWChild - For Dallas / Fort Worth ParentsNavigating the holidays during COVID | Ep. 12The holidays usually mean family get together, but like most things in 2020 the COVID-19 pandemic is making those plans a little complicated. We talk to Dr. Carla Garcia Carreno, an infectious disease specialist at Children's Health in Plano, about what you need to consider when making your plans.2020-11-0916 minDFWChild - For Dallas / Fort Worth ParentsA Glimpse into Parenting Medically Fragile Children | Ep. 11In this week’s Podcast, our Creative + Content Director Heather Vance Devers speaks to Amanda Lang as a supplement to our November DFW Child Magazine Feature about Medically Fragile Children. Lang a Dallas Mom, whose 6-year-old daughter Virginia has Rhett Syndrome. Rhett Syndrome is a rare genetic neurological disorder that occurs in one in every 10,000 female births. It leads to severe impairments that affect nearly every aspect of a child’s life: the ability to speak, walk, eat and even breathe easily.2020-10-2827 minDFWChild - For Dallas / Fort Worth ParentsAlly's Wish | Ep. 10When Jessica Boesmiller got a terminal cancer diagnosis she knew she wanted to start making as many memories with her family as possible, but one big wish seemed out of reach until a non-profit based in the DFW metroplex reached out and told her they wanted to grant her wish. Ally's Wish has made big dreams happen for more than 150 terminally ill moms and their families over the last six years. For more information on Ally's Wish visit https://allyswish.org.2020-10-1411 minDFWChild - For Dallas / Fort Worth ParentsThe importance of friendships and self care | Ep.9We talk with the founder of a DFW moms group about how moms can connect, the benefits of an internet support group, and it's important to also have face to face mom friends. We also hear from the author of the book Self Care for Moms about six different types of self care, and why it's important you do all of them.2020-09-2917 minDFWChild - For Dallas / Fort Worth ParentsMaintaining your marriage/relationship | Ep. 8Your relationship with your partner is one of the most important in your life, but strong marriages don't happen by accident. They take work, particularly after kids enter the picture. On this episode of the DFW Child Podcast, Dr. Kara Shade, Dr. Harville Hendrix and Dr. Helen LaKelly Hunt discuss common relationship pitfalls, ways to prioritize your relationship with your partner and strategies for communicating during difficult conversations.2020-09-1521 minDFWChild - For Dallas / Fort Worth ParentsWhat parents should know about AFM | Ep. 7When Elizabeth Cardone’s son woke up and suddenly couldn't walk, she was terrified. Doctors diagnosed him with Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM). While AFM is rare, it's caused by a very common virus. In this week's episode, we talk with Elizabeth about her family's story and a DFW doctor who is one of the leading physicians studying this condition. We'll tell you what the signs are, and what the latest research says.2020-09-0216 min
The LDA PodcastLD and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum DisorderFetal alcohol spectrum disorder, which refers to a range of characteristics that are caused by a fetus’s exposure to alcohol, affects between 2-5% of 1st graders in the U.S. today. Lyn McMurry and Julia Rivera from the North Texas FASD Network, a support group for those with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder, define the characteristics of FASD, talk to us about the connection between learning disabilities and FASD, and provide resources and advice. For more resources from the North Texas FASD Network, visit: https://dfwchild.com/directory/north-texas-fasd-network/For more resources from LDA...2020-08-2626 minDFWChild - For Dallas / Fort Worth ParentsConversations with an Editor - Autism: Getting a diagnosis and taking the first steps | Ep. 6Autism diagnoses are more common than ever, but actually receiving the diagnosis for your child can be a long and difficult process. We got some insight from Monica Piper, a Collin County mom whose son was diagnosed at age 2. Monica is also a board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA) and the founder of Stepping Stones, a service that provides in-home therapy to individuals with special needs. She spoke to us about the first signs she observed in her son, the road to his diagnosis and early therapies. This podcast episode is a supplement to our September DFWChild issue.See...2020-08-1923 minDFWChild - For Dallas / Fort Worth ParentsPandemic Parenting - COVID and the Gender Gap | Ep. 5Parents everywhere are trying to take care of their kids while working from home, and those are the lucky ones. For moms and dads who need to work outside the home, the childcare issues are even more dire. Several studies show the effects of this are disproportionately affecting working moms, magnifying the gender gap - but there could be some silver linings. This episode takes a look at the problems and some possible solutions.2020-08-0416 minDFWChild - For Dallas / Fort Worth ParentsPandemic Parenting - What is happening with schools? | Ep. 4Summer is almost over, but like just about everything in 2020, that doesn't mean what it used to. The COVID-19 pandemic has created a lot of uncertainty about if, how, and when school buildings will open their doors. We talked with several parents, educators, teachers unions, a learning environments researcher and a homeschool group to give you as clear a picture as possible of all of the options and help you make the decisions that are best for your family.2020-07-2934 minDFWChild - For Dallas / Fort Worth ParentsPandemic Parenting - Expanding Your Family | Ep. 3This week on the DFWChild podcast, we’re talking about expanding your family. How COVID-19 is affecting pregnant moms, what you need to be aware of if you are thinking about trying to get pregnant right now, some tips on how you can support new moms when you can’t be there in person, and how the pandemic has impacted the adoption process.2020-07-2233 minDFWChild - For Dallas / Fort Worth ParentsPandemic Parenting- Mental Health | Ep. 2While reporting on several different topics regarding pandemic parenting for this podcast the one thing that has come up in every single conversation is how COVID-19 is affecting mental health. It doesn't matter if their kids are two, twelve or twenty-two- parents worry about how their kids are handling the isolation, stress and anxiety brought by so much change and uncertainty. We talked with Licensed Professional Counselor Kim Peterson and Dr. Kia Carter, who runs inpatient psychiatry services at Cook's Children's Hospital, about what parents should look out for and what they can do to help their kids cope.2020-07-1525 minDFWChild - For Dallas / Fort Worth ParentsPandemic Parenting - Reopening Your Life | Ep. 1As states start to reopen in the midst of the global COVID-19 pandemic, parents face tough challenges trying to decide who much to "open up" and with whom. Michelle Lambert has struggled trying to decide if she should send her kid back to daycare or not, and parents everywhere have similar questions. We talked with pediatrician Dr. Justin Smith about some of the things parents should consider and what questions they should ask any business they plan to send their kids to.2020-07-0818 min
The Autism HourEpisode 16 - Emily Duff, PPCD Teacher in Coppell ISDEmily Duff has been in the special education field for 6 years, all in Coppell ISD. Her first teaching job in the district was as a long-term substitute teacher for the Preschool Program for Children with Disabilities classroom (PPCD), and she fell in love with this class and the students. She also has three years of experience as a Kindergarten through fifth grade (K-5) resource teacher, with a focus in math and social skills. She taught Structured Learning K-5 for a year and then was able to return to PPCD. She has been back in the PPCD classroom for...2018-04-0900 min