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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 world do the training to be unholy. Keep watchful and alert.

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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?

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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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MOMENTS { BY PATRICK HEMPFING }

SENSE OF WONDER

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yes, ears, nose, mouth, hands and feet. Five senses. It seems like I

The next morning, Jessie was still excited about her new perfume. Her

was just teaching my toddler the body parts and their purposes. Oh to

mom, Mattie, sent her back to the bathroom to “tone down the scent.” I told

experience the world through the senses of a child – the excitement,

Jessie it might be too much perfume if the teacher at the front of the room

the passion – about even small things. My daughter, Jessie, is now a

can smell her from the back row.

On our shopping trip, we finally found some sneakers for

tween, but her enthusiastic reactions to everyday experiences still tickle me.

Jessie’s ever-growing feet. A few days later, I would

She cherishes the moments with all her body parts.

question whether we needed that purchase when

Jessie and I recently spent the afternoon together. Our

shoeless Jessie stepped onto our pollen-

first stop was a restaurant, where I ordered Gazpacho

covered driveway in her socks and

Soup. I tried something different and ordered it

danced around in the yellow dust as

in a Ciabatta Bread bowl. When the waitress

if a light snow had fallen.

brought it, Jessie’s eyes got so wide you’d

After paying for the sneakers,

have thought I won the lottery. “Dad, you’ll

we browsed the department

always have to order this!”

store. “Dad, you’ve got to come

Jessie sat across from me behind a huge bowl of salad, chatting happily as

and touch the softest rug ever.”

she tasted the various nuts, cheeses,

“Dad, I love this jacket. It’s the softest jacket in the entire world.”

and other toppings that decorated the

Jessie repeated this several times,

lettuce. Jessie makes full use of her mouth for talking as well as eating, which

both before and after I purchased

sometimes gives my ears the sense they

the light weight green jacket for her.

The next morning she was still thrilled. “I

might start bleeding.

love my jacket. I’m always going to have this

After lunch, we shopped. Jessie found a bottle

jacket. I’ll wear it in summer and even in winter

of blue finger nail polish we thought was 99 cents, but it

and when I outgrow it, I’ll give it to Momma and

rang up for 37 cents. I’m not sure when her eyes sparkled

get another one.”

more, as she celebrated the fabulous deal or that

On the ride home, Jessie gave the radio

evening when she showed off her blue fingernails.

buttons on my truck a workout, switching

After buying the nail polish, Jessie noticed her favorite store was having a sale – the 75% off sign in the window was a sight to behold. “Dad, we need to go there right away!”

“Jessie, we need to buy sneakers, not lotions and soaps.” She twinkled her pretty eyes and shoe shopping waited. We left an hour later with a full

appreciate the same sounds, but some of her music has grown on me.

At the beginning of our afternoon, before I ate my soup, I texted a photo of it to Mattie. Jessie’s enthusiasm was so contagious I had to share it.

When I finished the soup, there was a big hole in the bottom of the bread

bag of fragrant treats for her nose.

A few days later, our friend gave Jessie three bottles of perfume. Jessie

bowl. For some reason, I felt compelled to take an “after photo.” I picked up

sprayed the first on her wrists and rubbed them together. She spritzed

the bread and held it so that Jessie’s face was visible through the hole, then

the second on her mom’s wrist. “Dad, I have one more to sample.” “I don’t

snapped the picture with my other hand. When I said “Smile,” she smiled, but

want to wear ladies’ perfume.” I said the words – and meant them – but

added, “Dad, don’t play with your food.” I’ve taught my girl well. She’s taught

my muscles must not have heard because I held out my hand and Jessie

me, too – to use all my senses, especially a sense of wonder, to get the most

sprayed it, then pulled it to her nose. She then dragged my hand, towing me

out of every day.

Until next month, remember to cherish the moments. SP

behind, for her mom to sniff.

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PREPARING YOUR CHILD FOR

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The New Sibling

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.

BY D I A N E M . M C C U L LO M

5 APPS

to Help Kids with

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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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COWTOWN FARMERS MARKET Market is open Saturdays 8-12 yearround under the tents in the parking lot of Edelweiss Restaurant and Texas Outdoors, on the Weatherford traffic circle (the confluence of U.S. 377, State Hwy. 183 & Camp Bowie)., 3821 Southwest Boulevard, Fort Worth, 817-763-0193.

GRAND PRAIRIE FARMERS MARKET 8am-1pm. Market Square, 120 W. Main Street, Grand Prairie.

12-2pm. Ages: 10-17, Teens and kids can come play PS3 and Wii in the teen room on Saturday mornings. Board games are also available to play. Registration is not required. Admission: free. Bedford Public Library, Teen Room, 2424 Forest Ridge Dr., Bedford, Texas, 817-952-2374, www. bedfordlibrary.org.

KIMBELL KIDS DROP-IN STUDIO 1-1:45pm. This free program introduces children (ages 12 and younger) and their adult companions to fun and inspiring ways to enjoy art together. Each session features a brief gallery activity and a related studio-art project. Space is limited; sign-up begins one hour prior to the program. Piano Pavilion Education Studios Kimbell Art Museum, 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth, 817-332-8451, kimbellart.org.

7:30pm. College Park Center, 601 Spaniolo Drive, Arlington, 817-272-5584, wings. wnba.com.

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.

CONCERTS IN THE GARDEN: OLD-FASHIONED FAMILY FIREWORKS PICNIC 8pm. Three performances: July 2, 3 and 4. See website for tickets. One of Fort Worth’s favorite traditions! Pack a picnic and celebrate Independence Day in true patriotic fashion with the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra (and a few thousand of your friends and neighbors). Enjoy thrilling marches, heartfelt military salutes, and the most spectacular fireworks show in town! Fort Worth Botanic Garden, 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd., Fort Worth, www.fwsymphony.org

SUN 3 LIGHT UP ARLINGTON 6pm. Food, fun, fireworks and free music!

Hannah Kirby on stage at 7:30 then Brad Thompson at 8:45. Fireworks begin at 9:45pm. The Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts, 505 E. Border Street, Arlington, 817-543-4308.

SOUTHLAKE STARS & STRIPES CELEBRATION 6pm. Southlake celebrates Independence Day with an annual Stars & Stripes Celebration on July 3rd. Featuring live music, patriotic ceremonies, fireworks, delicious food, and exciting activities, Stars & Stripes is the perfect way for

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Southlake Town Square, 1256 Main Street, Southlake, www.visitsouthlaketexas.com/296/Stars-Stripes-2016.

ADDISON KABOOM TOWN!® 4pm. For over three decades Addison Kaboom Town!® has been named among the top fireworks shows in the country. The spectacular show is ranked as one of the top fireworks displays in the country by the American Pyrotechnics Association, USA Today, the Wall Street Journal and Travel + Leisure Magazine. 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.

MON 4 BEDFORD 4TH FEST 12pm. Join the City of Bedford this July 4th, as we celebrate Independence Day. This 4thFEST will feature free live musical entertainment, a variety of themed family friendly activities, a classic car show, yummy festival food and of course, the spectacular fireworks when the sun goes down.

Admission to 4thFEST is FREE. Feel free to bring lawn chairs, blankets, coolers and non-alcoholic beverages (No glass containers). Check website for schedule of activities. The fireworks go off at 10p.m. from the Boys Ranch Park! Bedford Boys Ranch, 2801 Forest Ridge Road, Bedford, 817-952-2323, www.bedfordtx.gov/4thfest.

FAMILY 4TH FIREWORKS SHOW 5pm. Come to the Northeast Tarrant Family 4th Celebration and Fireworks Show! Food, fun and entertainment for the whole family will start at 5 p.m. near the old Birdville Stadium in Haltom City with kid’s activities, a salute to veterans, stage performances of local talent and plenty of food and drink. Later in the evening, enjoy the best area fireworks show with plenty of dazzling and stunning pyrotechnics starting at approximately 9:30pm. Free parking is available there and at The Hills Center, 6351 Boulevard 26 in North Richland Hills.

Admission is free. Food and drinks will be available for purchase from a variety of gourmet food trucks. Bounce house wrist bands will be $5 per child.

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and games for the family to play while waiting for the fireworks. However, no outdoor cooking or grilling devices and no alcohol or personal fireworks will be permitted., 6108 Broadway Avenue, Haltom City, 817-281-9376.

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

TUE 5 JULY 5-30. SUMMER INTENSIVE WORKSHOP AT NORTH CENTRAL BALLET Classes in ballet, pointe, musical theatre, modern dance and jazz. For ages 8 and up. 12077 Katy Rd, Ste 713, Keller 817-428-8232 northcentralballet.com.

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DALLAS WINGS VS. PHOENIX MERCURY 7:30. College Park Center, 601 Spaniolo Drive, Arlington, 817-272-5584, wings. wnba.com.

WED 6 FREE FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT 7:30pm. Come and enjoy a free family movie! July 6: Shaun the Sheep Levitt Pavilion, 100 W. Abram Street, Arlington, 817-459-6405.

FRISCO ROUGH RIDERS VS. ARKANSAS 7:05p. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Rough Riders Trail, Frisco, ridersbaseball.com.

THU 7 BRETT ROBERTS, COMEDIAN 2-3pm. Brett Roberts uses magic, puppetry and storytelling to teach children that reading is fun! No Registration required. Colleyville Public Library, 110 Main Street, Colleyville, 817-503-1154.

CLUBHOUSE SHOWS AT THE LIBRARY 2:30-3:30pm. Children must be accompanied by their parent/caregiver. July 7th-Play on Swords. Bedford Public Library, 2424 Forest Ridge Dr., Bedford, 817-952-2374.

WEST 7TH FARMERS MARKET 4-7pm Thursdays., 2913 Crockett St., Fort Worth.

FAMILY GAME NIGHT AT THE LIBRARY 6:30-8:30pm. Grab the kids and head to the library to play some good ol’ fashioned board games. No electronics

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Bedford Public Library, 2424 Forest Ridge Dr., Bedford, 817-952-2374.

FRISCO ROUGH RIDERS VS. ARKANSAS 7:05pm. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Rough Riders Trail, Frisco, ridersbaseball.com.

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

FRI 8 THANK GOODNESS IT’S FUN FRIDAY!

12:30-3:30pm. It’s an annual summer tradition - Star Wars, summer reading, and the library. What more could you want out of life? Watauga Public Library, 7109 Whitley Road, Watauga, 817-514-586.

DALLAS WINGS VS. MINNESOTA LYNX 7pm. College Park Center, 601 Spaniolo Drive, Arlington, 817-272-5584, wings. wnba.com.

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

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SAT 9 OPEN HOUSE AT NORTH RICHLAND HILLS MONTESSORI 10am-2pm. 8725 North Tarrant Pkwy, North Richland Hills 817-281-9992 www.nrhmontessori.com. See ad in this issue.

BURLESON CHRISTMAS IN JULY Sat. & Sun. 10am-4pm. Indoor and outdoor booths, many focusing on Christmas -- handmade items, refurbished, shabby chic, antiques, unique gifts and gadgets...something for everyone in the family!!! First 50 shoppers each day will receive a free swag bag!!! Admission is $7 per person or $5 per person and 2+ cans of food for the Golden Food Pantry. Kids 12 & under are free with paid adult. Burleson Event Center, 1150 S. Burleson Blvd., Burleson, 817-295-5888.

CHRISTMAS IN JULY ARTS & CRAFTS EXPO 10am-4pm. There will be handmade arts and craft along with some of your favorite direct sales products. There will be drawings, raffles, swag bags to the first 50 people to enter our raffle and thousands of unique items. Admission is $5 or $3 and 2 canned goods which suburban parent JULY 2016

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3:30-4:30pm. Fun all month long at the library: July 8-classic kid movie. Bedford Public Library, 2424 Forest Ridge Dr., Bedford, 817-952-2374.

7:05pm. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, texas.rangers.mlb.com.

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Will Rogers parking is $3-$10 Will Rogers Memorial Center, 3401 W. Lancaster Ave., Fort Worth, 817-392-7469.

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

FRISCO ROUGH RIDERS VS. NW ARKANSAS 6:05pm. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Rough Riders Trail, Frisco, ridersbaseball.com.

MON 11 SUMMER CAMP AT FIRST PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL GRAPEVINE July 11-14. For ages 3 – 4yrs. Another camp runs Jul 18-21. 1002 N. Park Blvd., Grapevine 817-488-8526 www.fpcgv. org/preschool. See ad in this issue.

SUMMER DANCE CAMPS AT NORTH CENTRAL BALLET July 11-11. Camp includes ballet class, vocabulary, music, health, nutrition & crafts. Camp for ages 3-4 is July 11-15. Camp for ages 5-7 is July 18-22.

12077 Katy Rd, Ste 713, Keller 817428-8232 northcentralballet.com. See ad in this issue.

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, 800-6133222, www.abeka.com.

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LIVEFIT SUMMER LECTURE SERIES

12:05pm. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Rough Riders Trail, Frisco, ridersbaseball.com.

6-7:30pm. “Simplify - Getting the Penny out of Your Eye” presented by Judy Gaman, BSHA, MSPS. Have you ever over complicated even the simplest things in life? Stress is a leading cause of disease and ultimately death. Learn how to put things in perspective and reduce stress, techniques that may just save your life. Refreshments and registration begins at 5:45pm -Lectures will begin 6pm and last 45-60 minutes each. Free childcare services will be provided The Marq, 285 Shady Oaks Dr., Southlake, 817-748-8019, www. southlakeparksandrec.com.

TUE 12 NEXT SESSION OF SWIM LESSONS BEGINS AT OFF THE DEEP END AQUATICS Evening classes held at indoor heated pool at Texas Health, Harris Methodist HEB in Euless. 4 to 1 student/instructor ratio with well trained, energetic and fun instructors. Other sessions begin Aug 9, Sep 6 & Oct 4. Register online at offthedeependaquatics.com or call 682-200-7865. See ad in this issue.

Runs July 12-17. The quintessential backstage musical comedy classic, 42nd STREET is the song and dance fable of Broadway with an American Dream story and includes some of the greatest songs ever written, such as “We’re In The Money,” “Lullaby of Broadway,” “Shuffle Off To Buffalo,” “Dames,” “I Only Have Eyes For You” and of course “42nd Street.” Please visit the website for specific show times/dates and to purchase tickets. Bass Hall, 4th and Calhoun Streets, Fort Worth, 817-212-4280, www.basshall.com.

6:30pm. Grab your blankets, lawn chairs, family and friends for a family friendly night out at the Marq. Come and join the fun and enjoy our brand new 17 ft LED movie screen! Movies will begin at 7pm at the Aria Amphitheater located behind The Marq Southlake.

Complimentary inflatables, crafts and popcorn will be provided for all guests.

Food trucks will also be available to purchase additional food and drink items. Be sure to bring your own blanket or chair. Tents and tarps will not be permitted. July 14 – Norm of the North.

Aria Amphitheater, 285 Shady Oaks Trail, Southlake, 817-748-8900, www. themarqsouthlake.com.

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7:30pm. Beauty and the Beast in the Vineyard! Arrive at 7:30pm to meet the characters, then enjoy the movie on the outdoor big screen once the sun goes down, approximately 8pm. Get the kids, grandkids, nieces and nephews and enjoy this fun family night! Hot dogs will be sold by Brother’s Keeper. All proceeds from hot dog sales go to their cause. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy the movie under the stars. Avoid the lines and get your tickets via the website before they sell out! *Must have ticket to attend. Ticket price covers admission into the movie. Tickets are non-refundable. Lost Oak Winery, 8101 County Road 802, Burleson, 817-426-6625, www.lostoakwinery.com.

THU 14 CLUBHOUSE SHOWS AT THE LIBRARY 2-3:30pm. Children must be accompanied by their parent/caregiver. July 14-Perot Museum’s Tech Truck. Bedford Public Library, 2424 Forest Ridge Dr., Bedford, 817-952-2374.

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3:30-4:30pm. Fun all month long at the library: July 15-LEGO freebuilders. Bedford Public Library, 2424 Forest Ridge Dr., Bedford, 817-952-2374.

SAT 16 BEDFORD EULESS SOCCER ASSOCIATION FALL REGISTRATION 10am-4:30pm. Walk in registration for the Bedford Euless Soccer Association fall league will take place at the Euless Family Life Center for new and returning players. You can also register online from June 1-July 16 by visiting www.besasoccer.com. Euless Family Life Center, 300 Midway Drive, Euless, www.besasoccer.com.

SATURDAY STORY TIME 11am-12pm. Children of all ages are invited to listen to fun, seasonal stories presented by a librarian from the Arlington Public Libraries at River Legacy Living Science Center. Stay after for related activity. Space is limited, please RSVP to 817-860-6752. FREE.

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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.

MOVIES IN THE PARK: THE GOOD DINOSAUR 7pm. It may be warm outside but, no worries; we will be inside and comfortable for this movie. Join us as we watch “The Good Dinosaur.” Bring your favorite pillow and blanket. We will have seating available.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the movie begins at 7 p.m. Watch a great family movie and help fight hunger at the same time.

All food items donated will be given to the local food pantries. Admission is one food donation per person (canned foods, fruit cups, diapers etc.). Concessions will be available for purchase. Call 817-685-1666 for more information. Euless Family Life Senior Center, 300 Midway Road, Euless.

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

FIREWORKS AT NRH2O 9pm. NRH2Whoa! Fireworks are NRH2O’s brightest attraction! Float with friends and family and watch fireworks light up the sky! Fireworks will be displayed at dusk. Free with admission to the waterpark. NRH20, 9001 Boulevard 26, North Richland Hills, 817-427-6500, www.nrh20.com.

SUN 17 FRISCO ROUGH RIDERS VS. SAN ANTONIO 6:05pm. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Rough Riders Trail, Frisco, 972-731-9200, ridersbaseball.com.

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

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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.

RAPE AGGRESSION DEFENSE (RAD) SYSTEMS CLASS 8:30am-3pm. Open only to females age 10 and older living in the DFW area, the focus of the RAD class is realistic self-defense techniques. The course begins with awareness, prevention, risk reduction and risk avoidance, and then progresses to the basics of hands-on self-defense training. RAD is designed to engage participants in a series of hands-on, realistic, self-defense tactics and reinforce the power of the voice.

The course is taught by Irving police and detention officers who are nationally certified RAD instructors and is free to all females living in the DFW area.

Classes held 8:30am to 2pm July 18-20; 8:30am to 3pm July 21. Must attend all four days. A parent/legal guardian must be present the first day of class to sign waivers for participants under 18 years old, unless prior arrangements are made. Participants should bring their own snacks and drinks during the class. Space is limited, and preregistration is required. Walk-ins the day of class are NOT accepted. See website for registration form. Police and Fire Training Academy, 2603 Esters Road, Irving, 972-721-2746, www.cityofirving.org/2129/Rape-Aggression-Defense-Systems.

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

TUE 19 FRISCO ROUGH RIDERS VS. SAN ANTONIO 7:05pm. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Rough Riders Trail, Frisco, 972-731-9200, ridersbaseball.com.

WED 20 DALLAS WINGS VS. CONNECTICUT SUN 11:30am. College Park Center, 601 Spaniolo Drive, Arlington, 817-272-5584, wings.wnba.com.

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

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KNOW IT ALL THU 21 CLUBHOUSE SHOWS AT THE LIBRARY 2:30-3:30pm. Children must be accompanied by their parent/caregiver.

July 21-Slick Jugglers. Bedford Public Library, 2424 Forest Ridge Dr., Bedford, 817-952-2374.

FRI 22 THANK GOODNESS IT’S FUN FRIDAY! 3:30-4:30pm. Fun all month long at the library: July 22-Krafty Kids. Bedford Public Library, 2424 Forest Ridge Dr., Bedford, 817-952-2374.

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9am-2pm. The Euless Animal Shelter will be participating in the Clear the Shelters Day event this year.

This incredible event will result in a tremendous amount of animals and people finding their perfect match.

The Euless Animal Shelter will waive the adoption fee for all dogs, cats, puppies and kittens. Please join us and help us Clear the Shelters and help our shelter animals find a forever home. This is your opportunity to get a great companion and save a little money. Euless Animal Shelter, 1517 Westpark Way, Euless.

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MASTERWORKS CONCERT SERIES-PARTY MACHINE 7:30pm. MasterWork’s is a free concert series that comes to Southlake each spring through fall. Concerts are held at Southlake Town Square in Family Park and new this year at Aria Amphitheater at The Marq Southlake. Music lovers of all ages are invited to come out and hear a wide variety of musical performances during this concert series.

It’s a great way to enjoy the beautiful weather outdoors with your family! Aria Amphitheater, 285 Shady Oaks Drive, Southlake, 817-748-8900.

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

TUE 26 TEXAS RANGERS VS. OAKLAND ATHLETICS 7:05pm. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, texas.rangers.mlb.com.

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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.

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Fort Worth Stockyards Station, 130 E. Exchange, Fort Worth, 817-625-1025.

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7:05pm. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, texas.rangers.mlb.com.

THU 28 LIVEFIT SUMMER LECTURE SERIES 6-7:30pm. “Inflammation: Putting out the Fire that Causes Disease” presented by Walter Gaman, MD, FABFP. Inflammation has now been scientifically linked to everything from heart disease to Alzheimer’s disease. In order to prevent it, you need to understand it.

Learn what causes inflammation, how to reduce it, and what it means to your future. Refreshments and registration begins at 5:45pm. Lectures will begin 6pm and last 45-60 minutes each. Free childcare services will be provided. The Marq, 285 Shady Oaks Dr., Southlake, Texas, 817-748-8019, www.southlakeparksandrec.com.

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6:30pm. Grab your blankets, lawn chairs, family and friends for a family friendly night out at the Marq. Come and join the fun and enjoy our brand new 17 ft LED movie screen! Movies will begin at 7pm at the Aria Amphitheater located behind The Marq Southlake.

Complimentary inflatables, crafts and popcorn will be provided for all guests.

Food trucks will also be available to purchase additional food and drink items. Be sure to bring your own blanket or chair. Tents and tarps will not be permitted. July 28 – Avengers (Dress up as your favorite SuperHero!)

Aria Amphitheater, 285 Shady Oaks Trail, Southlake, 817-748-8900, www. themarqsouthlake.com.

12-2pm. Ages: 10-17, Teens and kids can come play PS3 and Wii in the teen room on Saturday mornings. Board games are also available to play. Registration is not required. Admission: free.

Bedford Public Library, Teen Room, 2424 Forest Ridge Dr., Bedford, Texas, 817-952-2374, www.bedfordlibrary.org.

FRISCO ROUGH RIDERS VS. SAN ANTONIO 7:05pm. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Rough Riders Trail, Frisco, 972-7319200, ridersbaseball.com.

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

FRI 29 THANK GOODNESS IT’S FUN FRIDAY! 3:30-4:30pm. Fun all month long at the library: July 29 - classic kid movie. Bedford Public Library, 2424 Forest Ridge Dr., Bedford, 817-952-2374.

FRISCO ROUGH RIDERS VS. SAN ANTONIO 7:05pm. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Rough Riders Trail, Frisco, 972-7319200, ridersbaseball.com.

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

SAT 30 HURST CHRISTMAS IN JULY 10am-5pm. Booth after booth of Christmas decorations, gifts, vintage/ refurbished, antiques, gadgets, small business, a true hodge-podge of offerings!!! Over 130 vendors!!! Admission is just $7 per person or $5 per person with 2+ cans of food for the Golden Food Pantry, kids 12 and under are free with paid adult. Free parking!!! Hurst Conference Center, 1601 Campus Drive, Hurst, 817- 581-0044.

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FRISCO ROUGH RIDERS VS. SAN ANTONIO 7:05pm. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Rough Riders Trail, Frisco, 972-7319200, ridersbaseball.com.

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

FRISCO ROUGH RIDERS VS. SAN ANTONIO 6:05pm. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Rough Riders Trail, Frisco, 972-7319200, ridersbaseball.com

SAVE THE DATE… AUG 4 TOUR NIGHT AT COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY 7pm. Come find out about our premier academics, exemplary fine arts, and championship athletics in our distinctly Christian school for students in grades PK3 –12. 901 Cheek Sparger Rd, Colleyville 817-281-4333 x 1, www.covenantchristian.net. See ad in this issue.

AUG 6 18TH ANNUAL NORTH TEXAS WELLNESS FAIR PRESENTED BY THE HISPANIC WELLNESS COALITION 8am-1pm. Free health screenings for children, parents, and grandparents, plus vaccines, mammograms, body fat

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items; save time and money. $10 Fri 9am-12pm; Free Fri 12-7pm, Sat 10am7pm & Sun 9am-12pm. Grapevine Convention Center, 1209 S. Main, Grapevine, jbfsale.com. See ad in this issue.

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JUST BETWEEN FRIENDS CONSIGNMENT SALE

Lessons for age 2 – adult, beginner – professional. Now enrolling. 12077 Katy Rd, Ste. 713, Keller 817-428-8232 northcentralballet.com. See ad in this issue.

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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

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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.

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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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> BACKTALK { FACTS }

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

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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

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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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