New moms have tons of knowledge at their disposal. When preparing for pregnancy and birth, many of us pour hours into consuming info from books or Instagram scrolling for tips and tricks. But personally, I think the hardest part...
From the very beginning of my path to becoming a mom, I have had decision fatigue; too many carseats to choose from, so much commentary on screen time, countless opinions on baby food. Much of the time, motherhood has attempted to force me into...
We are so pleased with the results of our Waco Mom's 6th Annual Mama Marketplace! This year our parenting event featured a special program from Megan Michaelson with Birds & Bees and was held at Ridgewood Country Club on...
Are you a parent that has fallen into the iPad or tablet trap? Especially over the summer? I was! Even as a mental health professional, knowing full well how challenging electronics can be for kids, I slipped into allowing...
It’s that time of the year when we start taking family vacations. You’ve made the reservations. You’ve got the itinerary and the kids’ “flight bags” ready. You are one organized mama that slays vacation! You get on that plane...
As a mom, I'm always on the lookout for activities that can teach my kids valuable life skills, while also being fun and engaging. One such activity has stood the test of time - the classic lemonade stand. Not...
As a kid, I remember how challenging it was to transition each grade year to a new teacher - especially when I was leaving the good ones. My 2nd grade teacher, Ms. Milam, made a HUGE impact on my...
Local Mom, Shae Phillips and her husband, Jon, are devoted parents to four precious children; Elsie, 7.5, Thiess, 6, Redding, 3.5, and Andersen, 9 months. They have been blessed to grow their family both biologically and through adoption. Andersen,...
Casey Tusa Summey graciously shares her experience bridging the gap between her son, Wade, and his great-grandparents. Read along as she tells their story and provides wonderful tips on how to connect with family from all generations regardless of...
Writer's Note: This is the first in a series of articles for Waco Moms about dyslexia. It is more common than people think, yet it can feel overwhelming when dealing with it on your own. But you're not on...
Parenting In Waco
Confessions from a Homeschool Grad
Confessions from a Homeschool Grad
Homeschooling has made a 180° turn from “odd” to “popular”. The mindset of “old homeschoolers” versus the newer group has...
