Elizabeth Baker
Preparing Student Athletes for a Fun and Healthy Fall Season
September is in full swing, and that means fall sports are back! Friday night lights, Homecoming, exciting volleyball matches, cross country meets...we all love cheering on our favorite student athletes as they compete. But...
How to Stop the Spread of Germs as Kids Go Back to School
Back to School season, and unfortunately, that also means Back to Germs Season. You know what I mean- we send our sweet babies out the door perfectly healthy, and they return to us a...
Shiny Happy People: Why Toxic Theology Harms All of Us
The viral topic of the moment is the explosive new docuseries on Prime Video, Shiny Happy People: Duggar Family Secrets. This four-episode series covers the rise and fall of the Duggar Family (of 19...
Houston Summer Fun for The Whole Family
Summer is here y'all, and our family is just itching to get out of the house and explore our city over the next few months. Houston is a treasure trove of adventure for all...
A School Where Gifted Children Learn Best
Parents of gifted children often have unique challenges in choosing an educational path for their kids, because gifted children have unique needs.
Cinco de Mayo in Houston: Let’s Fiesta!
Growing up in Texas, I am ashamed to say that I most often associated the holiday of Cinco de Mayo with eating Tex Mex, drinking margaritas and watching colorful parades. In actuality, Cinco de...
Why Moms and Girls Need Judy Blume Now More than Ever
Judy Blume is having a moment, and that moment's significance isn't accidental, nor is it neutral. We are living in a time of political upheaval; the stakes of the culture wars have never been...
Diagnosing ADHD in Girls: The Clues I Almost Missed
My 10 year old daughter was diagnosed with ADHD about 6 months ago. And although hers wouldn't be considered a "late" diagnosis, had I understood how ADHD often presents in girls, I could have...
Easter Basket Ideas for Teens
Some parents may feel overwhelmed in trying to figure out what to give their teens for Easter when the majority of items for the season are geared toward younger children. Or, they may struggle...
Houston Area Easter Events, Egg Hunts and Celebrations
Updated March 27th, 2023
Springtime is here, and the Houston area offers many ways to celebrate the Easter season. From egg hunts and festivals to crafting experiences and photo ops, Houston Moms has you covered....