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early One Score and zero years ago, my toddler said the words, “No mommy do!” Yep, independence starts with these three words. And at that time our lives forever change from doing to teaching.

An excerpt in the book, by Marianne Richmond, If I Could Keep You

Little, says If I could keep you little, I’d keep you close to me. But then I’d miss you growing into who you’re meant to be!

As parents we have complex emotions as we cherish those fleeting moments of time from newborn, to baby, to child, to adolescent, to young adult and to adult. And what’s really important is to let our children naturally evolve to each stage of development at their own pace. Being mindful of how the world seems to want our children now, we have to keep them close, but at the same time let them learn to explore our world.

There is an old Chinese proverb that says, “One generation plants the trees, and another gets the shade.” We parents may still be benefiting from the shade provided by trees planted by our parents,

“CHILDREN THRIVE WHEN PARENTS SET BEFORE THEM INCREASINGLY DIFFICULT, BUT ALWAYS MEETABLE CHALLENGES.”

grandparents, and great-grandparents. We are shaded, to some degree,

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by their moral standards and spiritual commitment. Now that the spade is in our hands we have to ask ourselves, “What kind of trees are we planting?”

It’s important, as a parent, to live out our faith in our own life, and train our children in all that is included in “the way of the Lord.” Parents should know that they can assist their children to make godly decisions, even at a young age. If we fail to train our kids in Godly ways, keeping their lives holy, we will be letting the

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WASH BEFORE WEARING! Brand new baby skin is very sensitive, so it’s a good idea to wash all those cute new clothes waiting for her before she wears them. A lot of new clothes have a chemical finish sprayed on them to keep them “fresh” looking in the store. You don’t want those chemicals touching your kid. And hand me downs? Well, who knows how well or how long they’ve been stored. If you don’t use a detergent designed for babies, be sure to use a gentle, unscented one. And skip the dryer sheets too. Baby will thank you.

There’s a difference between playing outside and playing outside in nature. While organized outdoor sports are great, sometimes kids need unstructured playtime in nature. Research shows that children who enjoy nature play are happier, healthier, and have lower stress levels. They also develop creative problem-solving skills (as they learn to manipulate their surroundings), better social skills (as they learn to work with friends without adults telling them what to do) and self-regulation skills (as they learn how being in nature makes them feel). Relax, unstructured does not mean unsupervised. So go on, send ‘em outside. The backyard is an amazing place!

WRITING A BIRTH PLAN In order to have the birth experience you’ve always imagined, you may want to consider writing a birth plan, a simple one page statement of your preferences. Things to address might include who you’ll allow in the room, how you plan to manage the pain, what positions you’d like to try, who will catch the

VISIT WITH AN AUDIOLOGIST IF YOUR CHILD . . .

• Does not look to the source of voices or react to loud noises by four months of age. • Has difficulty responding to a call from across a room. • Watches faces intently. • Does not use spoken language as expected for his or her age group. • Turns up volume on television or toys. • Turns body to incline the same ear towards a sound. • Has difficulty understanding where a sound is coming from. • Breathes through the mouth. • Talks in a very loud or very soft voice.

baby, after birth baby care and what you’d prefer in case of an emergency. Keep the plan on a positive note with words like, “I’d prefer” instead of “I don’t want” and stay flexible. Go over your plan with your healthcare provider ahead of time and remember the safety of you

baby eating habits When introducing a new food to your baby, don’t give up if he doesn’t seem to like it the first time. That funny face he makes when tasting a new food doesn’t necessarily mean he doesn’t like it. He’s probably just reacting to the new flavor. It can sometimes take up to ten times of trying a food for baby to decide if he actually likes it or not. So go ahead; give it another try… or 10.

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KARLA, NEW MOM Q. What are some foods breastfeeding moms should eat more of?

A. In addition to the usual advice to eat a variety

PARIS, A FUTURE MOM Q. I’m trying to get pregnant and was told to “watch out” for the Zika Virus. Not sure what that means?

of wholesome foods, there are a few things to focus on increasing while breastfeeding, for the health of moms and babies. The first is calories – breastfeeding moms need about 500 calories a day more than they did pre-pregnancy, but let hunger be your guide. Next is hydration – aim to drink a non-sweetened beverage like water (toss in fruit slices for flavor) each time you nurse your baby. Last, breastfeeding moms need plenty of protein and healthy omega-3 fats. A tasty way to get both is to eat 2-3 seafood meals each week. This could look like shrimp pasta, a tuna sandwich, and grilled salmon. The 2015 Dietary Guidelines say eating fish during breastfeeding helps boost babies’ brain development.

A. Good question, and yes, you need to take precautions. Zika is a virus that is dangerous for all women in their childbearing years. We don’t know a lot about it except that it seems to have caused many cases of microcephaly, a brain birth defect, in newborns. Protect yourself and your baby by avoiding mosquito bites. The mosquitos that carry the Zika virus bite mostly during the daytime. Symptoms include mild fever, rash, red eyes, muscle and joint pain, fatigue and headache.

Symptoms last 2-7 days, and the incubation period is 3-7 days. Living in Texas, know that this area has the highest numbers of mosquitos. Use EPA-registered repellent and follow the directions on the bottle. Apply to clothing and to exposed skin.

A. Plagiocephaly (flat head syndrome) is char-

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acterized by the development of a flat spot on the back or side of the head. Many factors can cause flat spots. A baby’s skull is very soft and pressure from everyday surfaces, such as beds or car seats, can cause misshaping. Rest assured it’s not your fault. The good news is, plagiocephaly is also a highly treatable condition, especially when treated early on. Many of the techniques known to prevent or improve plagiocephaly can be practiced at home; which includes supervised tummy time and repositioning techniques, which are known to effectively prevent and improve abnormal head shapes.

Q. My child, age 6 years, uses ear buds when on his Tablet. How do I keep him safe from ear damage and what is the limit?

A. Great question. It’s important to know that i-pads, i-pods, tablets and phones can reach up to 115 decibels, which is well over the safe listening zone of up to 85 decibels. Here are tips to prevent hearing loss which can occur with regular use of technology that exceeds the safe zones: You can control the level for safe usage by going into the device settings and lower the volume; you can also invest in volume limiting headsets which only allow the device to reach 85 decibels. Headsets are better than regular ear buds because they block out background noise and your child will be less likely to crank up the volume.

For small children, even hand held toys can be too loud. Keep in mind that loud sounds have a cumulative effect. Limit the usage of high volume toys. Now more than ever, it’s important to make sure your child gets an annual check-up for ear health.

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ur family building began with one child. I discovered that preparation helped our children transition into their new roles as a “big brother” or “big sister” as our family grew. Here are a few tips from my “in the trenches” experiences and practices that helped our children embrace the newest family member with total joy.

BEGIN THE BIG BROTHER/BIG SISTER PREPARATION DURING YOUR PREGNANCY OR ADOPTION PROCESS You will have plenty of time once you have shared the news that you’re expecting. Use some of this time to help your child become comfortable with welcoming the new arrival. Siblings-to-be can sing, talk to, or tell stories to the baby in your belly. Talk about what a great older brother or sister your child will be, and what a help they can be to you.

Your child can carry a photo around of the child if you are adopting. My son did this after we received a picture of his sister from China. We laminated a copy for him so that he would not destroy it. He proudly shared the picture with anyone he could, “This is my baby sister!”

Siblings-to-be can help with nursery preparation-arranging small items like diapers, books, and stuffed animals. Older siblings can help with painting the room. Our son helped us pick out books for his sister, as well as toys and clothes. My daughter helped me put her sister’s crib together by handing me the small assembly items. She then ran and got a stuffed animal from her cache to gift to her baby sister.

ACKNOWLEDGE THAT EVERYTHING SHIFTS WHEN A NEW CHILD ARRIVES An only or youngest becomes a big sister or brother. The youngest child relinquishes the spot of being the baby, to become the middle child. As parents we should recognize and talk about these changes with our children and focus

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on the fact that even though our family is growing it is still our family, just bigger.

Our oldest was an “only” for five years before his sister arrived home. We spent a lot of time preparing him to be a big brother. We discussed responsibilities and expectations as well as the privileges that come with being the oldest.

We read books and watched movies about families with multiple kids; then we talked about the relationships we read about or viewed in the movies. The transition to becoming a big brother went beautifully because he was so invested.

Now a teenager and an adult they continue to be close.

BE CONSISTENT Adhere to your schedule. Children do well with consistency; they need to know what they can rely on, what to expect. Consistency gives a child security, especially when there has been a big change, as in the addition of a new sibling.

It is common for children to act out or regress when a new sibling arrives into the family. My youngest daughter wanted a bottle after her brother arrived home. Recently potty-trained she had a few accidents.

Discipline and reactions to your children should be consistent with how you handled things prior to the arrival of your new child. Praise the behavior you want to see.

ADDRESS THE EXPECTATIONS AND FEARS THAT COME WITH CHANGE There will be less of your energy, patience and time-to go around, especially during the first days, weeks, or months home. You will likely run into additional challenges because you are juggling more kids Assure your child that your relationship and love for them will not change.

Try to schedule one-on-one time to listen and share with your child. Have dad, another family member, or trusted friend watch the new sibling. Your child will feel loved, and this is the greatest gift you can give. SP

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ballS or bows No more delivery room surprises! A Current trend among expectant parents to announce the sex of their upcoming bundle of joy is to throw a Gender Reveal Party. Boy or Girl? It could be your first child or your fifth, but sharing your super exciting news is always a moment to remember. It’s also a fun way to include younger siblings in on the Big Reveal too. Invite your family and friends who are encouraged to guess the baby’s gender. Let the festivities begin!

If you are interested in throwing a Gender Reveal Party here are some ideas from the Haglund family. Their Ball or Bows party was a memorable event, especially for Big Bro Brecken, who got to burst the balloon!

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n 2014, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued their Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring (ADDM) report, which revealed that the prevalence of autism had risen to one in every 68 births in the U.S. — nearly twice the rate it was in 2004. While alarming, the national spotlight on autism has allowed us all to take a closer look at the disability and identify ways to help those with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) function at their highest level.

These days, technology is helping to shape how kids and adults with autism learn, adapt, and communicate. To help you, we decided to highlight some of our favorite apps that might resonate with your child or someone else you know with ASD.

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LET’S FACE IT! (LFI!) SCRAPBOOK: Designed as a tool for learning faces and recognizing emotions, LFI! Utilizes the iPad’s built-in camera to take photos and make videos of the user’s friends, family, classmates, and other important people in their lives. Pictures and videos can be labeled and organized into personalized albums that are then used as material for the app’s four games.

THE MONSTER AT THE END OF THIS BOOK: A long list of skills are worked on with this app, include fine motor, imagination, language, and vocabulary, but what else would you expect from Sesame Street? Parents are given tips on helping children work through their fears, and this storybook app is a top-notch choice for teaching cause and effect, since kids learn that a touch of their fingers allows them to interact with the story.

FRUIT NINJA FREE: As users chop apples, oranges, and strawberries in this fruit-slicing game, they may not realize they’re developing their fine motor skills at the same time.

PROLOQUO2GO: The hefty price tag on this app ($249.99) has been well worth it according to the many users who have sung its praises. Made for children who have a hard time speaking and building vocabulary, this app uses natural voices to dictate words and offers more than 14,000 symbols to build language.

In fact, many kids with autism use it as their main mode of communication since it gives them a voice through the iPad. TOCA BOCA: Apply a bandage, send out party invitations, or join a tea party with the different variations of games that this digital design studio creates. Play skills are crucial to the development of a child with ASD, and games like these teach them how to engage in reciprocal social imaginative play.

It’s encouraging to see apps like these in the market since it stresses the importance of one key truth, and that is, if you’ve met one kid with autism, you’ve met only one kid with autism. Every child learns differently, and creating tools that allow children to learn in a way that works best for them is one of the best things we can do to celebrate our differences. SP Diane M. McCullom is the senior vice president of clinical operations at Dallas-based Epic Health Services, a leading provider of pediatric skilled nursing, therapy, developmental, and enteral services, as well as adult home health services. This article originally ran on the Dallas Morning News special needs blog.

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ANNUAL READING OF THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE 12-2pm. Are you or your child a history buff?

This is a great, free activity! Join attorneys from across Texas as the Declaration of Independence is read on the steps of the courthouse. Simultaneous readings will be taking place at courthouses in every county in Texas. Frank Crowley Criminal Courts Building, 133 N. Riverfront Street, Dallas.

DALLAS SUMMER MUSICALS: 42ND STREET Runs through July10. Visit websites for specific show dates/times. Appropriate for All Ages. Run Time: 2 hours, 30 minutes with one intermission. Peggy Sawyer arrives in New York City from Allenstown, PA with hopes of becoming a Broadway star. Facing adversity from all directions, the young but talented performer learns about show business and discovers which relationships are most important in life. With highs and lows in her early career, Peggy experiences growth as both a performer and a young woman. Music Hall at Fair Park, 909 1st Avenue, Dallas, 800-514-3849, www.dallassummermusicals.org.

SAT 2 ST. MICHAEL’S FARMERS MARKET 8am-12pm. Saturdays through September 17. St. Michael’s and All Angels Episcopal Church, 8011 Douglas, Dallas, stmichaelsmarket.com.

GOOD LOCAL MARKET LAKESIDE 8am-1pm Lakeside Baptist Church, 9150 Garland Road, Dallas, goodlocalmarkets.org.

NEW SATURDAY COMPUTER CLASSES 9-11am. The Mesquite Main Library is now offering Saturday morning computer classes. These free classes will be offered the 1st Saturday of each month from 9-11am. “Email for beginners” will be on Saturday, July 2nd, and “Microsoft Excel 2013” on Saturday, August 6th and ending with “Job and Resume Resources” on Saturday, September 3rd.

There is no registration for these classes, seats are offered on a first-come, firstserved basis. For more information, please call the Main Library at 972-216-6220. Mesquite Main Library, 300 West Grubb Drive, Mesquite, 972-216-6220.

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Runs Saturdays & Sundays through July 17 with a sensory-friendly performance on July 2nd at 4:30pm. Recommended for ages 5 and up. Pink-A-Boo! DCT audiences were tickled…that’s right-PINK the last time Pinkalicious was on our stage, so we’re bringing her back in this exhilarating musical! The popular book pops off the stage in this high-energy musical treat that kids will love even more than pink cupcakes!

See website for show dates/times and to purchase tickets. Dallas Children’s Theater, 5938 Skillman St., Dallas, dct.org.

SAFARI NIGHTS-CONCERTS AT THE DALLAS ZOO 5-9pm Saturdays through July 30. Guests can embrace a blend of nature and live music on shady Cat Green Bring blankets or lawn chairs to enjoy the show, or reserve a six-person cabana. The concert is FREE with the price of Zoo admission. Events begin at 5 pm in Zoo North. Food will be available for purchase, along with soft drinks, cold beer and wine. Dallas Zoo, 650 S. R.L. Thornton Freeway, Dallas, 469-550-7500, www.dallaszoo.com/safarinights.

MESQUITE CHAMPIONSHIP RODEO 7:30pm. Summer is here and that means the Mesquite Championship Rodeo is back!

Check website to find out the exciting events for this year and to purchase tickets.

Mesquite Arena, 1818 Rodeo Drive, Mesquite, 972-285-8777, mesquiterodeo.com.

SUN 3 GOOD LOCAL MARKET VICKERY MEADOW 10am-3pm. Half Price Books Parking Lot, 5803 W. Northwest Hwy., Dallas, goodlocalmarkets.org.

ADDISON KABOOM TOWN!® 4pm. For over three decades Addison Kaboom Town!® has been named among the top fireworks shows in the country. Concessions are available in the park. Guests are encouraged to leave coolers and bags at home to expedite entry into the park. Those choosing to bring coolers must limit the size to no larger than 16”X20”X12”. Absolutely no alcohol can be brought into or out of Addison Circle Park. Beer and wine will be available for sale within the park. Addison Circle Park, 4970 Addison Circle Drive, Addison, addisonkaboomtown.com.

FARMERS BRANCH INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION 6:30pm-10pm A spectacular show accompanied by a high energy dance band on stage, a FREE KidZone area, concessionaire’s selling festival favorites, Uncle Willies Pie Eating Contest and more! You don’t want to miss this yearly tradition of Patriotism, Family, and Fun. Gates open at 6:30pm. Parking is located at Metro Square Business Park, 12300 Ford Road, Farmers Branch, TX 75234. See website for a list of prohibited items. Farmers Branch Historical Park, 2540 Farmers Branch Lane, Farmers Branch, 972-919-1433.

MON 4 OLD FASHIONED FOURTH AT DALLAS HERITAGE VILLAGE 10am-3pm. One of Dallas Heritage Village’s most beloved annual events, Old Fashioned Fourth, will offer free admission this year in honor of the Village’s 50th Anniversary. Visitors may learn what it is like to milk a cow at the Dairy Day area. Also, nestled under the shade trees guests may participate in circus games like juggling at our Circus in the Park experience. Kids will enjoy spotting Teddy bears in each of our buildings and participating in puppet shows in Browder Springs Hall. Throughout the village, musical performances will keep toes tapping.

Historic buildings will be open for touring, and costumed interpreters will be on hand to visit about life in North Texas from 1840 to 1910. The saloon is a popular afternoon spot for a cold root beer and a game of cards or dominoes. Popcorn, cotton candy, water bottles and root beer will be for sale. Dallas Heritage Village, 1515 Harwood Street, Dallas, dallasheritagevillage.org.

FC DALLAS VS. ORLANDO CITY SC 8pm. Toyota Stadium, 9200 World Cup Way, Frisco, 214-705-6700, fcdallas.com.

TUE 5 SUMMER AT THE ARBORETUM Through July 3st. Visit the Arboretum and discover the beauty of Texas in the summer.

Also, Family Fun Fridays are every Friday in June and July. Check the website for a listing of all the summer activities and events.

Dallas Arboretum, 8525 Garland Road, Dallas, www.dallasarboretum.org.

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WED 6 PATH TO THE PRESIDENCY Runs through October 2nd. New, Fun, Interactive Exhibit. Test your handshake in a “Grip-o-meter”; Use real teleprompter for your acceptance speech; Choose a slogan and power-pose for your own campaign poster; Watch cool, historic ads and debate videos in 1960s living room theater; See rare letter from George Washington, Bill Clinton’s famous sunglasses from The Arsenio Hall Show, and loads more! BONUS: Sit behind President’s resolute desk in full-size replica of White House Oval Office for Facebook profile photo. Check website for museum hours and to purchase tickets. George W. Bush Presidential Center, 2943 SMU Boulevard, Dallas, 214-200-4300, bushcenter.org.

THU 7 TEXAS RANGERS VS. MINNESOTA TWINS 7:05pm. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, texas.rangers.mlb.com.

FRI 8 TEXAS RANGERS VS. MINNESOTA TWINS 7:05pm. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, texas.rangers.mlb.com.

SAT 9 GOOD LOCAL MARKET LAKESIDE 8am-1pm. Lakeside Baptist Church, 9150 Garland Road, Dallas, goodlocalmarkets.org.

THE MESQUITE MARKETPLACE 9am-2pm. Shop the Marketplace for locally grown and produced; food and goods in Heritage Square. Heritage Square, Historic Downtown Mesquite, 150 West Main Street, Mesquite, 469-275-9616.

TEXAS RANGERS VS. MINNESOTA TWINS 8:05pm. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, texas.rangers.mlb.com.

SUN 10 TEXAS RANGERS VS. MINNESOTA TWINS 2:05pm. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, texas.rangers.mlb.com.

MON 11 A BEKA BOOK HOME SCHOOL BOOK SALE 11am-3pm. A home school curriculum and text book sale. Plano Centre, 2000 E. Spring Creek Pkwy., Plano, 800-613-3222, www.abeka.com.

TUE 12 NEWCOMER FRIENDS OF GREATER PLANO 9:30am-12pm. Dave Leiber, award-winning Dallas Morning News consumer columnist, prize-winning author and one of America’s top storytelling experts. Dave can teach you to communicate through your compelling stories to get people emotionally involved and on board. This funny, inspiring and energetic speaker is also a serious reporter.

His column, The Watchdog, can be read Fridays and Sundays in The Dallas morning news. Attendance is open to all women in the North Texas Area and the cost is FREE! The Center for American and International Law, 5201 Democracy Drive, Plano, 972394-4175, www.newcomerfriends.org

WED 13 GAME ON! FOR TEENS 3-5pm. Head to the library for a Teen Activity every Wednesday throughout the Summer. Call the Main Library at 972-2166220 for more information. July 13th at 3 p.m. join in the fun with Wii games and board games like Tsuro and Settlers of Catan. Mesquite Main Library, 300 West Grubb Drive, Mesquite.

FRI 15 DALLAS CASA PARADE OF PLAYHOUSES AT NORTHPARK CENTER July 15-31. Come check out the imaginative children’s playhouses and purchase a raffle ticket to benefit abused and neglected children. 8687 N Central Expwy, Dallas. To learn more, visit dallascasa.org. See ad in this issue.

LATE NIGHTS AT THE DMA 6pm-12am. Join the DMA on the third Friday of each month when the Museum is open until midnight. Each Late Night offers hundreds of experiences for visitors of all ages with performances, concerts, readings, film screenings, tours, talks, family programs, and more! Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 North Harwood Street, Dallas, Texas, dma.org.

it transforms into the city’s most bucolic outdoor concert and film screening venue.

Each event is a little different, with scavenger hunts, progressive museum tours, and special exhibitions. Admission is free, but reservations for picnic dining must be made in advance. Beat the deadline by requesting your space online. Nasher Sculpture Garden, 2001 Flora Street, Dallas, Texas, 214-2425100, www.nashersculpturecenter.org.

SAT 16 TALENT SATURDAYS AT LAKEWOOD CONSERVATORY OF FINE ARTS 10am-3pm. Children can receive a complimentary talent evaluation, tinker on the musical petting zoo, watch a movie, play at the coloring table and join in any ongoing group class and enjoy light sips & bites. The talent evaluation is conducted by a fine arts professional and helps to identify a child’s natural inclinations, interests and long term artistic potential. In addition, at times, Talent Saturday will feature a special guest from the fine arts/ entertainment industry. Lakewood Conservatory of Fine Arts, 7328 Gaston Ave Suite 130, Dallas, Texas, 214-843-2060, www. lakewoodconservatory.com.

SNEAKER CON 2016 12-7pm. Sneaker Con will be making its first ever stop in Dallas this summer! You can expect the Irving Convention Center to house the largest collection of sneakers in the world on this day and you can add to it by bringing your own collections to buy, sell, and trade. If you’re an OG collector, reseller, sneaker head, hypebeast, athlete, or just like cool stuff then be sure to take that day off work because you will not want to miss this show. Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas, 500 W. Las Colinas Blvd., Irving, sneakercon.com.

FC DALLAS VS. CHICAGO FIRE 8pm. Toyota Stadium, 9200 World Cup Way, Frisco, 214-705-6700, fcdallas.com.

MON 18 2016 SUMMER CHESS CAMP AT UT DALLAS July 18-22. Join beginner, intermediate or advanced chess classes for ages 7-14.

Morning (9am-noon) and afternoon (1-4pm) plus extended playing classes available.

Next camp Jul 25-29. Register at www. utdallas.edu/chess. See ad in this issue.

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SPECIAL GUESTS AT THE MESQUITE NORTH LIBRARY

6pm-12am. The Nasher Sculpture Garden is a rare gem any old time of the year, but on the third Friday of every month

3:30-4:30pm. Join us throughout the summer each week at the North Branch Library for these special guests: Creature

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KNOW IT ALL Teacher – Tuesday, July 19 at 3:30 p.m.

Mesquite North Branch Library, 2600 Oates Drive, Mesquite.

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GAME ON! FOR TEENS 3-5pm. Head to the library for a Teen Activity every Wednesday throughout the Summer.

Call the Main Library at 972-216-6220 for more information. July 20th: Teen Writing Club: Join us for an opportunity to meet other writers, participate in fun writing activities, and share your thoughts and ideas. Mesquite Main Library, 300 West Grubb Drive, Mesquite.

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SPECIAL GUESTS AT THE MESQUITE MAIN LIBRARY

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2:30-3:30pm. Join us throughout the summer each week at the Main Library for these special guests: Bernadette the Bubble Lady – Friday, July 22. Mesquite Main Library, 300 West Grubb Drive, Dallas.

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Runs July 22-31. Check website for show times/dates. This new Gershwin Broadway spectacular is a comic delight, set in 1927 in the midst of bootleggers, playboys, chorus girls and politics. Romance and mistaken identities combined with Gershwin’s amazing score produce a song and dance sensation! Granville Arts Center, 300 N. 5th Street, Garland, 972-205-2790, GarlandArtsBoxOffice.com.

10am-5pm. Designed to feel like a carnival, this outdoor event aims to become a much anticipated landmark family event. We will have stalls indoors & outdoors! We have enough space to hold stalls inside covered AC halls! And we will be having food, kids zone, music & other entertainment outdoors under a covered area. Tickets $5-$10. Southfork Ranch, 3700 Hogge Drive, Parker, www.eventbrite.com/e/indie-summer-fair-tickets-25312451223.

ILIVE GIRLS & WOMEN’S WELLNESS AND LIFESTYLE EXPO 10am-4pm. Females of all ages are invited to experience the iLIVE Girls and Women’s Wellness and Lifestyle Expo, DFW’s ultimate wellness and empowerment event for women and girls. Presented by McDonald’s of North Texas, the one-day expo aims to inspire girls and women to embrace an empowered life of healthy living in every area of their life. Attendees will experience a variety of speakers, authors, seminars, vendors and music including healthy cooking

demonstrations, free onsite mammograms and health screens, hair styling & cuts, exhibitor shopping and product samples and more! University of Texas at Arlington-University Center, 300 W. 1st Street, Arlington, 682-738-6802, www.iliveexpo.com.

MON 25 TEXAS RANGERS VS. OAKLAND ATHLETICS 7:05pm. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, texas.rangers.mlb.com.

TUE 26 SPECIAL GUESTS AT THE MESQUITE NORTH LIBRARY 3:30-4:30pm. Join us throughout the summer each week at the North Branch Library for these special guest. Bernadette the Bubble Lady – Tuesday, July. Mesquite North Branch Library, 2600 Oates Drive, Mesquite.

TEXAS RANGERS VS. OAKLAND ATHLETICS 7:05pm. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, texas.rangers.mlb.com.

WED 27 GAME ON! FOR TEENS 3-5pm. Head to the library for a Teen Activity every Wednesday throughout the Summer.

Call the Main Library at 972-216-6220 for more information. July 27th: “Crash Test Cars” with the Perot Museum TECH Truck: Have a blast exploring the world of STEAM: Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. Mesquite Main Library, 300 West Grubb Drive, Mesquite.

TEXAS RANGERS VS. OAKLAND ATHLETICS 7:05pm. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, texas.rangers.mlb.com.

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FRI 29 FRISCO ROUGH RIDERS VS. SAN ANTONIO 7:05pm. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Rough Riders Trail, Frisco, 972-731-9200, ridersbaseball.com.

TEXAS RANGERS VS. KANSAS CITY ROYALS 7:05pm. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, texas.rangers.mlb.com.

SAT 30 TEXAS RANGERS VS. KANSAS CITY ROYALS 7:05pm. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, texas.rangers.mlb.com.

ADDISON SUMMER SERIES: CHRISTMAS IN JULY 8pm-11pm. This year the Town of Addison is celebrating Christmas in July with family-friendly movies including Polar Express, Elf, How the Grinch Stole Christmas and A Christmas Story. Events begin at 8pm with photos with Santa on vacation, activities and more until it is dark enough to begin the movie around 8:30pm. There will be no entertainment on July 2nd. July 30th-A Christmas Story. Beckert Park, 5044 Addison Circle Drive, Addison, 972-450-7001, addisonsummerseries.com.

SUN 31 TEXAS RANGERS VS. KANSAS CITY ROYALS 2:05pm. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, texas.rangers.mlb.com.

FC DALLAS VS. VANCOUVER WHITECAPS FC 5pm. Toyota Stadium, 9200 World Cup Way, Frisco, 214-705-6700, fcdallas.com.

SAVE THE DATE…

2:30-3:30pm. Join us throughout the summer each week at the Main Library for these special guests: Creature Teacher – Thursday, July 28. Mesquite Main Library, 300 West Grubb Drive, Dallas.

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8am-1pm. Free health screenings for children, parents, and grandparents, plus vaccines, mammograms, body fat analysis, hearing tests, school physicals, cooking demonstrations, exercise demonstrations, a blood drive and more. Forest Hill Civic & Convention Center, 6901 Wichita Street, Forest Hill, 817-735-2784 www.hispanicwellnesscoalition.org. See ad in this issue.

7:05pm. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Rough Riders Trail, Frisco, 972-731-9200, ridersbaseball.com.

TEXAS RANGERS VS. KANSAS CITY ROYALS 7:05pm. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, texas.rangers.mlb.com.

18TH ANNUAL NORTH TEXAS WELLNESS FAIR PRESENTED

BY THE HISPANIC WELLNESS COALITION

Please note: Although we strive to bring you the most current information available regarding event dates & times, confirming with the event venue before going is always a good idea.

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FUN STUFF { LIFE IS BETTER WHEN YOU’RE LAUGHING }

WHAT DID THE PIG SAY AT THE BEACH ON A HOT SUMMER’S DAY? I’M BACON!

HOW DO YOU PREVENT A SUMMER COLD? CATCH IT IN THE WINTER!

WHEN DO YOU GO AT RED AND STOP AT GREEN? WHEN YOU’RE EATING A WATERMELON. Source: jokes4us.com

New Baby 'Prep’-rally

Prepare for the night-time routine before baby arrives!

1. Get home from work and immediately begin walking around

n Making the decisitio is to have a child t- o decide momentous. It isve your forever to ha around heart go walkingbody. outside your ONE, ― ELIZABETH ST AUTHOR

the living room from 5PM to 10PM carrying a wet bag weighing approximately 8-12 pounds, with a radio turned to static (or some other obnoxious sound) playing loudly. (Eat cold food with one hand for dinner)

2. At 10PM, put the bag gently down, set the alarm for midnight, and go to sleep.

3. Get up at 12 and walk around the living room again, with the bag, until 1AM. 4. Set the alarm for 3AM. 5. As you can’t get back to sleep, get up at 2AM and make a drink and watch an infomercial.

6. Go to bed at 2:45AM. 7. Get up at 3AM when the alarm goes off.

9. Sing songs quietly in the dark until 4AM. 9. Get up. Make breakfast. Prepare for your day, and be productive.

10. Repeat steps 1-9 each night. Keep this up for 3-5+ months.

Look cheerful and together.

Excerpt from babycenter.com

LOL WITH JAMES ESTES!

GOTTA LOVE ‘EM One night I found my husband standing over our baby’s crib.

Silently, I watched him as he stood looking down at the sleeping infant. I saw on his face a mixture of emotions: disbelief, doubt, delight, amazement, enchantment, skepticism. Touched by this unusual display and the deep emotions it aroused in me, with eyes glistening I slipped my arm around him. “A penny for your thoughts,” I said. “It’s amazing!” he replied. “I just can’t see how anybody can make a crib like this for only $67.50.”

— MOM OF NEWBORN

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Baby

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newborn scoop

Turned Head Means A Full Belly Your newborn didn’t just see something interesting. If he or she turns her head at a spoonful of food, it is because they are full. This is also where shaking your head

They Have More Bones

Babies who are exclusively breastfed for the first three months have up to 30% more cognitive development than those who are fed exclusively formula.

“no” comes from.

When babies are born, they have 300 bones. Adults have 206.

They Can Hear As Well As You

Bones fuse together during growth to come up with the new number.

They will startle at just about anything. Not because it is louder

Double Trouble

or softer, but because it is new.

Smell is also advanced at this age.

At six months in, babies have usually doubled their birth weight. A near impossibility at any other age.

Left or Right?

They Can Read Tone

With a population that is ten percent left-handed, now is about

A baby can read tone and respond to

the time you will begin noticing your child’s preference. However, if your baby is a twin, they are 22% likely to be left handed.

it appropriately. If you speak to your

They Can Remember What They Tasted in Utero Newborn babies cannot taste salt, but they can

22%

taste other flavors, and they can taste those flavors while

baby in a happy voice, but with a scared tone, or in a mean voice with a smile, your baby will likely show signs of agitation.

they’re still in the womb, starting from about four or five months into pregnancy.

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Excerpt from www.mom365.com, www.onlinenursepractitionerschools.com and www.rd.com