Libraries are an essential part of our communities, wonderful for all the access they give people in terms of knowledge, support, and resources. But the thing is…if you’re a book lover – like me! – you know there is nothing quite like owning a book. Being able to pick it up at your leisure, read […] The post Little Free Libraries in Spring Branch/Memorial appeared first on Houston Moms ..read more

Are you interested in connecting with other moms and rediscovering your love for creative writing? Do you enjoy social media, creating reels, and being a local influencer? Are you an expectant or new mom who wants to share this incredible journey, both the ups and downs? Perhaps you know of all the best places to shop for your little one or the must-have equipment […] The post Are You Who We’re Missing? {Open Call for Contributors, Especially New & Expectant Mommas!} appeared first on Houston Moms ..read more

Updated April 2024 Working in the world of adoption, I’ve seen so many couples that have the weight of infertility on their shoulders. It is heavy, and it is hard. Although I have had the joy of seeing happy endings for these families, what has been really growing for me is learning to walk with […] The post Supporting Your Loved One Through Infertility appeared first on Houston Moms ..read more

We are proud to partner with Comcast RISE to share about this exciting program for small businesses in Houston.Small businesses have always been the heartbeat of the American economy. They drive innovation as well as create many jobs for local residents. They know their community and can offer products and services tailored to the demographics […] The post Comcast RISE: Helping Houston Small Businesses to Thrive appeared first on Houston Moms ..read more

In our world of online shopping, one-click purchasing, and two-day shipping, it’s easy to avoid going into an actual store altogether. Pull up at the curb and have my groceries brought out? Have toys, books, household goods, even clothes delivered to my doorstep? Yes, please! Convenience is a busy mama’s best friend. However, sometimes I […] The post Celebrating Houston Independent Bookstores appeared first on Houston Moms ..read more

Houston Moms is proud to partner with Members Choice Credit Union to bring you information about teaching your kids financial literacy!Did you know that April is Financial Literacy Month? This is a fantastic opportunity for us parents to take proactive steps toward helping our children build fundamental money management skills that will serve them well […] The post Four Reasons to Open Your Child a Checking Account appeared first on Houston Moms ..read more

At my 20 week anatomy scan for my younger son, I heard a line that changed my life forever. Your son is missing a bone in his leg. Angelo was born with a limb difference called Fibular Hemimelia, a rare condition that occurs in 1 in 40,000 births. This condition is not genetic and the […] The post Limb Difference Awareness: Making an Impact Through Advocacy appeared first on Houston Moms ..read more

Writing a “how to” on camping with kids has never been on my bingo card, so if I can do it, you can too! We have been a camping family now for almost 10 years, and while our camping jam includes the RV, there are other ways to enjoy nature with your kids, too. No […] The post Tips for Camping with Kids appeared first on Houston Moms ..read more

Updated April 2024 A few weeks ago, my middle school son had a benchmark test at school. As many moms know, these tests are the practice run for the state-mandated tests that infiltrate all our minds come spring. My husband tells him he needed to study so he was adequately prepared. Right away, I responded […] The post 4 Tips To Prepare Your Kids for STAAR Testing appeared first on Houston Moms ..read more

Working in child welfare for over ten years, and being a therapist that works with kids, the topic of child abuse is one I am more than familiar with. We learned about it in school. I did an internship at a child advocacy center that works with kids who were victims of abuse, and I […] The post 7 Ways You Have the Power to Prevent Child Abuse appeared first on Houston Moms ..read more