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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.

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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

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

stations to catch songs she liked. Her ears and mine don’t always

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

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.

behind, for her mom to sniff.

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If you enjoyed this column, you’ll like Patrick’s first book, MoMENts: A Dad Holds On. The book compiles favorite stories and new material and is available for sale on Amazon.com. www.facebook.com/patricklhempfing

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PREPARING YOUR CHILD FOR

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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7:30pm. Bring a blanket, dust off your tiara, and let’s celebrate with an outdoor screening by the Modern’s reflecting pond. A delightfully postmodern fairy tale, The Princess Bride (1987) is a deft, intelligent mix of swashbuckling, romance, and comedy that takes an ageold damsel-in-distress story and makes it fresh. It’s an enchanting and enduring classic. PG; 98 minutes At 7:30pm-Doors open to the Café Modern Terrace and Lawn: DJ and concessions for purchase (beer, wine, soft drinks, hot dogs, and nachos). Delicious picnic baskets are available with advance reservations. 8:45pm Screening of The Princess Bride outside by the Modern’s reflecting pond. The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, 3200 Darnell, Fort Worth, 817-738-9215.

Through August 26. Join us for a summer camp filled with Olympic fun including gymnastics, Olympic sports, obstacle courses, swim lessons, arts & crafts and more. Camp runs June 6- Aug 26. 900 N. O’Connor, Irving 972-2541914 www.irvinggymnastics.net. See ad in this issue.

SUPER HERO ART ADVENTURE CAMPS AT IRVING ARTS CENTER Through August 12. 13 camps for ages 4-16 jammed with adventures in art, theater, and music. 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd., Irving 972-252-2787 irvingartscenter. com. See ad in this issue.

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.

GREENHILL SCHOOL SUMMER ON THE HILL Runs through Aug. 12. Select from an extraordinary variety of camps for boys and girls, ages 3-18. For more info, visit www.greenhill.org/summer. Greenhill School, 4141 Spring Valley Road, Dallas, www.greenhill.org/summer.

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.

PINKALICIOUS Runs 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.

DALLAS SUMMER MUSICALS: 42ND STREET Runs through July 10. Visit websites for specific show dates/times. Appropriate for All Ages. Run Time: 2 hours, 30 minutes with one intermission. Music Hall at Fair Park, 909 1st Avenue, Dallas, 800-514-3849, www.dallassummermusicals.org.

SAT 2 FARMERS BRANCH MARKET 8am-12pm. The new Farmers Branch Market is an outdoors farmer›s market featuring fresh produce, specialty foods & arts and crafts. It will be open every Saturday from 8am-12pm, May 7-Oct. 29, 2016. Farmers Branch Market, 12700 Denton Drive, Farmers Branch, 972-9192602 farmersbranchmarket.com.

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, 469-5507500, www.dallaszoo.com/safarinights.

CLASSIC CAR CRUISE IN 6-9pm. Come on out, grab a milkshake at Big State Fountain Grill, and admire the beautiful iron! Big State Fountain Grill, 100 East Irving Blvd., Irving, Texas, 214-307-5000, www.bigstatefountaingrill.com.

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

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.

SAFARI NIGHTS-CONCERTS AT THE DALLAS ZOO

CONCERTS IN THE GARDEN: OLD-FASHIONED FAMILY FIREWORKS PICNIC

5-9pm. Saturdays through July 30. Guests can embrace a blend of nature and live music on shady Cat Green Bring

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KNOW IT ALL 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 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.

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.

FARMERS BRANCH INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION 6:30pm-10pm Farmers Branch always provides a spectacular show accompanied by a high energy dance band on stage, a FREE KidZone area, concessionaire’s selling festival favorites 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. Join the holiday fun with a good pie eating contest and see who can finish their pie first! There is a $10 entry fee for the contest with all proceeds going to a local hero. Those who register by June 30 will be given $5 in Branch Bucks to spend at the event.

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MON 4 IRVING INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE 9am-12pm. The City of Irving celebrates America’s independence each year with the downtown parade, featuring entries by community groups, individuals and businesses. It is followed by a reception at Heritage Park, offering live music, free watermelon and children’s activities. Heritage Park, 217 S. Main Street, Irving.

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. 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. Feel free to bring chairs, blankets! No outdoor cooking or grilling devices and no alcohol or personal fireworks will be permitted., 6108 Broadway Avenue, Haltom City, 817-281-9376.

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KNOW IT ALL IRVING INDEPENDENCE DAY FIREWORKS SHOW 6-10pm. The City of Irving celebrates America’s independence each year with an evening festival, featuring free activities and rides for children, a wide range of food vendors and live music. A spectacular fireworks show finishes the night, beginning at approximately 9:30 p.m. Lake Carolyn, 601 E. Las Colinas Blvd., Irving.

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

TUE 5 DALLAS WINGS VS. PHOENIX MERCURY 7:30. College Park Center, 601 Spaniolo Drive, Arlington, 817-272-5584, wings. wnba.com.

WED 6 FRISCO ROUGH RIDERS VS. ARKANSAS 7:05p. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Rough Riders Trail, Frisco, ridersbaseball.com.

THU 7 DALLAS COUNTY SCHOOLS JOB FAIR 9am-1pm at Desoto Fieldhouse, 600 Eagle Dr, Desoto. Dallas County Schools is hiring CDL and NonCDL Bus Drivers, Bus Monitors, and Crossing Guards for multiple school districts across DFW. Paid holidays, paid training and benefits available. For more information, call 214-944-4545 or visit dcschools.com/careers. See ad in this issue.

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.

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FRI 8 FRIDAY NIGHT LIBRARY: GAME ON EDITION 7-10pm. Get your sugar fix on as you race to see who wins at life-size Candyland or test the power of your wit as you find clues and solve puzzles to escape the “locked” room. Then put your game face on and ignite your competitive side with lifesize games, like Jenga, Checkers, Chess, Scrabble, and Connect Four. End the evening with an outdoor showing of Wreck It Ralph under the starry sky. Fun for the whole family. South Irving Library, 601 Schulze, Irving, 972-721-2606.

SAT 9 DALLAS COUNTY SCHOOLS JOB FAIR 9am-1pm at Dallas County Schools Admin Bldg, 612 N. Zang Blvd, Dallas. Dallas County Schools is hiring CDL and Non-CDL Bus Drivers, Bus Monitors, and Crossing Guards for multiple school districts across DFW. Paid holidays, paid training and benefits available. For more information, call 214-944-4545 or visit dcschools.com/ careers. See ad in this issue.

PLAYSTATION FIFA SOCCER TOURNAMENT 10am-5pm. Kids ages 10-17 are invited to our first annual FIFA Soccer Tournament. Challenge other players to see who will be crowned this year’s virtual FIFA Champion. Cost $3. Please register by July 7. Georgia Farrow Recreation Center, 530 Davis Drive, Irving, 972-721-2519.

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 will be donated to a local food bank. Will Rogers parking is $3-$10 Will Rogers Memorial Center, 3401 W. Lancaster Ave., Fort Worth, 817-392-7469.

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KNOW IT ALL TEEN SPLASH JAM 7-11pm. Youth and teens are invited to hang out with friends and enjoy an evening of music, games and free swimming! Complimentary pizza and soda will be served. This event is open to all middle and high school students. Free admission with a valid IPAR card or student ID. In case of inclement weather, event will be moved inside the recreation center. Lee Park Pool, 3000 Pamela Drive, Irving, 972721-8090.

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

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

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.

FRISCO ROUGH RIDERS VS. NW ARKANSAS 6:05pm. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Rough Riders Trail, Frisco, ridersbaseball.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, 800-6133222, www.abeka.com.

FRISCO ROUGH RIDERS VS. NW ARKANSAS 12:05pm. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Rough Riders Trail, Frisco, ridersbaseball.com.

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TUE 12 SUMMER II SESSION BEGINS AT NORTH LAKE COLLEGE Register for classes to start or advance your career. Fall session begins Aug 29. Northlakecollege.edu. See ad in this issue.

BROADWAY AT THE BASS PRESENTS: 42ND STREET 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.

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 will share his heartwarming, comical story about how he struggled to fit into Texas as a newcomer. And, he’ll show us how to tell our own stories. Whether you want to write a grant, raise funds, create powerful publicity and promotions for your favorite charity, a club, or your business, or if you simply want to convince a reluctant spouse to visit a new vacation spot, you need a story – and a great one. 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, 972-3944175, www.newcomerfriends.org.

WED 13 FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT: BEAUTY & THE BEAST 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

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THU 14 DALLAS COUNTY SCHOOLS JOB FAIR 2-6pm at Medrano Middle School, 8015 Brookbank Dr, Dallas. Dallas County Schools is hiring CDL and Non-CDL Bus Drivers, Bus Monitors, and Crossing Guards for multiple school districts across DFW. Paid holidays, paid training and benefits available. For more information, call 214-944-4545 or visit dcschools.com/ careers. See ad in this issue.

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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.

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6pm-12am. The Nasher Sculpture Garden is a rare gem any old time of the year, but on the third Friday of every month 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, 214-242-5100, www. nashersculpturecenter.org.

SAT 16 DALLAS COUNTY SCHOOLS JOB FAIR 9am-1pm at Cornerstone Baptist Church, 1819 MLK Blvd, Dallas. Dallas County Schools is hiring CDL and Non-

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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.

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.

SUN 17 FRISCO ROUGH RIDERS VS. SAN ANTONIO 6:05pm. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Rough Riders Trail, Frisco, 972-7319200, ridersbaseball.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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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. 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.

7:05pm. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Rough Riders Trail, Frisco, 972-7319200, ridersbaseball.com.

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

TUE 19 AUTHOR VISIT: MICHAEL ANTHONY STEELE 2:30-4pm. All ages. Children’s writer and entertainer Michael Anthony Steele will show kids “I Can Do That!” with an animated presentation, filled with humor, flashy audio/visual elements, loads of energy, and a guitar! Summer Reading Challenge 2016 is generously supported by the Friends of Irving Public Library. West Irving Library, 4444 W. Rochelle Blvd., Irving, 972-721-2691.

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

WED 20 DALLAS WINGS VS. CONNECTICUT SUN 11:30am. College Park Center, 601 Spaniolo Drive, Arlington, 817-2725584, wings.wnba.com.

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THU 21 DALLAS COUNTY SCHOOLS JOB FAIR 9am-1pm at Training and Technology Center, 5151 Samuell Blvd, Dallas. Dallas County Schools is hiring CDL and Non-CDL Bus Drivers, Bus Monitors, and Crossing Guards for multiple school districts across DFW. Paid holidays, paid training and benefits available. For more information, call 214-944-4545 or visit dcschools.com/ careers. See ad in this issue.

SAT 23 CLEAR THE SHELTERS 10am-5pm. Irving 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 idea began in 2014 and quickly spread to a number of cities in the DFW area. Last year there were 55 shelters participating. This is your opportunity to get a great companion and save a little money. Irving Animal Care Campus/ Adoption Kennels, 4140 Valley View Lane, Irving.

INDIE SUMMER FAIR 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,

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TEEN SPLASH JAM 7-11pm. Youth and teens are invited to hang out with friends and enjoy an evening of music, games and free swimming! Complimentary pizza and soda will be served. This event is open to all middle and high school students. Free admission with a valid IPAR card or student ID. In case of inclement weather, event will be moved inside the recreation center. Senter Park Pool, 901 S. Senter St., Irving, 972-721-8090.

SUN 24 MYSTERIOUS WAYS: AN AFTERNOON WITH INSPIRATIONAL FICTION AUTHORS VANNETTA CHAPMAN AND RENE GUTTERIDG 3-5pm. Come to the library for a conversation with these versatile novelists whose books cover the gamut from mystery and suspense to romance and humor. Audience Q&A, book sales and author signing follow the discussion. South Irving Library, 601 Schulze, Irving.

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.

WED 27 TEXAS RANGERS VS. OAKLAND ATHLETICS 7:05pm. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, texas.rangers.mlb.com.

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THU 28 UNRAVELED YA AUTHOR PANEL 7-9pm. Open to all ages. We’re unraveling the mystery of YA lit with an evening panel featuring authors Becky Albertalli, Kathleen Baldwin, Sona Charaipotra, Dhonielle Clayton, Morgan Matson andamy Tintera. Audience Q&A, book sales, and signing will follow a moderated discussion. South Irving Library, 601 Schulze, Irving.

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 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 FREE RABIES VACCINATIONS, MICROCHIPPING FOR PETS OF IRVING RESIDENTS 10am-12pm. Irving Animal Services is hosting a free rabies vaccination and microchipping event for residents with dogs and/or cats. Proof of residency required. Services are provided by the Texas Coalition for Animal Protection (TCAP). Irving Animal Care Campus, 4140 Valley View Lane, Irving, 972721-2256.

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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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

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 analysis, hearing tests, school physicals, cooking demonstrations, exercise demonstrations, a blood drive and more. Forest Hill Civic & Convention Center, 6901 Wichita Street, Forest Hill, 817-7352784 www.hispanicwellnesscoalition. org. See ad in this issue.

AUG 12-14 JUST BETWEEN FRIENDS CONSIGNMENT SALE Back to School & Fall Sales Event in Grapevine. Shop for deals; sell your 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.

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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EAST IRVING BRANCH 440 S. Nursery Rd • 972-721-3722 Mon Brick-by-Brick Storytime 4:30pm, 18mos-6yrs Tue Family Story Time 4:30pm (dual language), all ages Thur Family Story Time 4:30pm, all ages

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Mother Goose Story Time 10:15 & 11:15am, ages 0-18 mos Brick by Brick Storytime, 10:30am, 18mos-4yrs; Toddler Time 10:30am, ages 1-4 yrs Preschool Storytime 4pm, ages 4-6yrs 1,2,Me & You 10:30am, ages 1-3 yrs Play & Learn Time 10:30am, ages 1-3yrs

WEST IRVING BRANCH 4444 W. Rochelle Rd • 972-721-2691 Wed Mother Goose Story Time, 10:30am, ages 4-18 mos Thur Family Story Time 7pm, all ages Fri Family Story Time 11am, all ages

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Play and Learn Time 10:30am, ages 0-5 yrs Preschool Story Time 10:30am, ages 18-36 mos; Toddler Time 10:30am, ages 1-2yrs Family Story Time 7pm (dual language), all ages All Storytimes are FREE. Listed are the regularly scheduled storytimes. Call to confirm as schedules are subject to change.

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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

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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