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May is Foster Care Awareness Month
Learn how you can support foster children and families in our area
Local, Up-and-Coming Artists at Big As Texas
See local talent on stage next month!
Top 6 Board Games for the Summer from Learning Express
Get ready to make this summer unforgettable with some quality family time and exciting board games! Whether you're planning a cozy evening indoors or a fun-filled day in the backyard, board games are the perfect way to bond, laugh, and create lasting memories....
Earth Day Resources: Recycling & Reading
This story originally appeared on The Local Moms Network and our wonderful list of Earth Day books comes from Library Mom. Earth Day is HERE and we are ready! What a great reminder to show our appreciation for our beautiful planet. We've rounded up some Earth Day...
Exceptional Experience with i9 Sports!
More than just a place to learn the fundamentals of a sport!
Meet a Mom: Shazi Visram, founder of HealthyBaby
Mom of two and entrepreneur Shazi Visram first turned the baby industry upside down with the Happy Baby food brand, and now, is doing the same with her HealthyBaby product line. All of the baby products are EWG Verified Safe. Their diapers and diaper...
Farmers Markets in North Houston
Needing a quick reference sheet for all the farmers markets across North Houston? Look no further!
Summer Day Camp Guide 2024
Featured CampsAdventure Kids Playcare The WoodlandsWhether it's unleashing your inner SUPERHERO, diving into OCEAN ADVENTURES, or delving into the FANTASY REALMS of MYTHICAL CREATURES, there's something for every camper's passion and interest at Adventure Kids...
Local Easter Events 2024
Lots of festive fun happening around town!
Experience Big As Texas
Fun for the whole family!
A Day in the Life at i9 Sports
Laying out what an i9 Sports season looks like!
Local Splash Pad Guide
The weather is getting hotter and we are trying everything we can to stay cool. While the pool is a great option, sometimes it's nice to splash around without actually going swimming. We did the work for you and rounded up the splash pads all throughout Montgomery...
Lonestar Flight Museum’s Spring Break Day Camps and Daily Activities
Prepare for a week of high-flying adventure and family fun with Lonestar Flight Museum’s Spring Break Day Camps and Daily Activities for all ages! Get the full list of what’s happening inside this article.
Meet a Mom: Layla Lisiewski, CEO and Cofounder of The Local Moms Network
In honor of her birthday, we’re sharing Layla—and TLMN’s—story.
National Sleepaway Camp and Program Guide
Learn about some of the best options in the United States!
HealthyBaby: Why Our Moms Are Loving These Safe Baby Products!
As new moms and then as second or third-time moms welcoming more babies, nothing is more important to us than keeping our babies happy and safe.
Valentine’s Day Roundup
LOVEly ideas for Valentine’s Day
Spring Break Camp Guide 2024
Find a Spring Break Camp for your kiddo!
Buy Your Tickets for February 13th: Gloria Gaynor, I Will Survive!
In theaters ONLY on February 13!
Texas Overnight Camp Guide 2024
Top four overnight camps in Texas!
Mommy + Me Fair, April 13, 2024
Saturday, April 13, 2024 10 AM - 2 PM Heritage Place 500 Collins St, Conroe, TX 77301North Houston Moms is thrilled to present "Mommy + Me Fair" for local families at Heritage Place. Activities tentatively included: bounce house, face painting, rock wall, trackless...
Kids Eat Free in North Houston
Save money and time by checking out our full list of restaurants that offer deals for kids! Prices and details are subject to change without notice. We recommend calling ahead to ensure deal is active!
i9 Sports Clinics
Sign up TODAY for i9 Sports Clinics! Help your athlete improve their skills in an individualized session with i9 coaches!Clinic Format: The clinic program is not a league. The clinics are skills development classes focused on building and improving the fundamental...
Supporting Children with Sensory Sensitivities
Creating a positive and comfortable environment is crucial for children with sensory issues during dental appointments. Here are several ways Wheeler Pediatric Dentistry in The Woodlands has ensured successful visits for children with sensory sensitivities.Advance...
Meet Trey Diller, co-founder of Big As Texas Music and Food Festival
Big As Texas Music Festival has plans to entertain and educate Montgomery County
8 Reasons Why Tooth Sealants Help Prevent Cavities
Pediatric dental sealants are a crucial tool in cavity prevention, particularly in children. Tooth sealants can be applied by Champions Pediatric Dentistry on the same day as your visit and are often covered by insurance. Tooth sealants are thin, protective coatings...
Pilates for Recovery
Club Pilates is our favorite low-impact workout
Shop Local this Season in Downtown Conroe
Find unique gifts and treasures for everyone on your list this year!
2023 Holiday Gift Guide
Shop LOCAL and shop small this season with the help of our Holiday Gift Guide!
Cordovan Winter Break Art Camps for Kids
Winter Break Art Camps for Kids Voted the BEST Art Camps Around Town! Ages 5-12 Years Full-Day Camps 9:00am-4:00pm Half-Day Camps 9:00am-12:00pm OR 1:00pm-4:00pm Extended Care Available 7:30am-6:00pm 4 Houston Studios: Katy, Sugar Land, Spring and The Woodlands! 5...
Holiday Fun Guide 2023
Everything you need to know about Christmas in and around North Houston! MERRY CHRISTMAS!
Holiday Volunteer Opportunities
Where to volunteer this season (and throughout the year!)
Where to Watch Holiday Movies • 2023
The ultimate holiday movie list
This Season, Give the Gift of i9 Sports!
There are multiple benefits to youth sports! These benefits can include anything from confidence and character building to making new friends and improving your child’s athletic capabilities.Simone just finished her first i9 Sports® season with her son Grayson and has...
Molly Sims’ 5 Minute Beauty Routine!
We are so excited to share the secret to Molly Sims beautiful skin!
Self-Care 101: Top 10 Benefits of Prioritizing Relaxation and Well-Being
Self-care is a gift you give to yourself!
Hair Color Makeover with Madison Reed
Long-lasting hair color made with better ingredients
These Treats are Real Tricks for Dental Health
Wheeler Pediatric Dentistry is dishing the deets on tricks and treats!
What Parents Need to Know About Sudden Cardiac Arrest
October is SCA awareness month and a great opportunity for parents to better understand their child’s risks of experiencing SCA
Local Coffee Shops
We love grabbing coffee with friends or on our way to work or carline. Even more, we love supporting local businesses! These families work hard to provide delicious beverages with locally found ingredients that make it taste extra awesome. Don't know where to go?...
5 Tips to Keep Cavity Troublemakers Away
We all know that keeping our kids' teeth healthy can sometimes feel like a bit of a challenge, right? Well, don't worry; our friends at Champions Pediatric Dentistry are here to help parents understand why taking care of those precious pearly whites is so, so...
2023 Fall and Winter Photographer Guide
The chill in the air means it’s time for family photos!
Grand Re-Opening of Learning Express Toys & Gifts
A Local Toy Store Gets An Incredible Makeover!
Halloween in the Hangar: Trick-or-Treating, Playtime and More!
For moms on the lookout for a unique Halloween experience for their little ones, the Lone Star Flight Museum’s “Halloween in the Hangar” is a must-do!
Fall Into Fun Fest – October 7, 2023
Saturday, October 7, 2023 10 AM - 2 PM Heritage Place 500 Collins St, Conroe, TX 77301North Houston Moms is thrilled to present "Fall Into Fun Fest" for local families in the high foot traffic location of Heritage Place on Saturday, October 7th from 10am-2pm....
Pumpkin Patches Around North Houston
A list of places to get your pumpkins!
Exclusive NHM Deals
Club Pilates Alden Bridge We welcome the North Houston Moms community into our Alden Bridge studio with a $0 enrollment offer (a $99 savings).clubpilates.com/location/aldenbridgeBig As Texas Food and Music Festival Get your tickets today! 50,000 attendees are...
Six Ways to Encourage Creativity in Children
Encourage creativity in your child!
Could Your Kiddo Benefit From Youth Soccer?
Children gain so much more than just soccer skills!
Surrounding Houston Moms Networks
North Houston Moms Includes Montgomery County and The WoodlandsMemorial Villages Moms Includes Memorial Villages and Spring BranchKingwood Moms Includes Atascocita and HumbleWest University Moms Includes Bellaire and Houston inner loopSouth Houston Moms Includes Sugar...
Meet a Mom: Carly Douglas of Firefly Photography
Meet Carly, North Houston Moms’ Brand Photographer!
6 End of Summer Cocktails
Cheers!
After School Activities Guide 2023-2024
Featured ProgramsCordovan Art SchoolEnjoy some creativity, have fun, and make new friends while increasing your artistic skills at Houston's favorite place to learn art: Cordovan Art School! Classes include Anime, Drawing & Sketching, Creative Clay, Color &...
Meet a Mom: Erin Hayes of Club Pilates Alden Bridge
Meet Erin Hayes of Club Pilates Alden Bridge
Mexican Street Corn Salad
This Mexican Street Corn Salad is a crowd-pleaser
Weaning a Child Off a Pacifier by Champions Pediatric Dentistry
Champions Pediatric Dentistry shares helpful tips on pacifier weaning
Easy Sheet Pan Salmon & Veggies
Love an easy sheet pan meal!
Fall Programs with i9 Sports
Register now for Fall Programs with i9 Sports!
‘Alohilani Resort: Hawaii for Families
Chelsea Thornton of South OC Moms shares her family’s recent trip.
4th of July Events Roundup 2023
When we think of Independence Day, we think of freedom, family and fireworks... and maybe hotdogs too! North Houston celebrates BIG! Check out our curated roundup of all the fun celebrations happening all over our area! SATURDAY, JULY 1ST Freedom Fest Historic...
Warm Temps, Cool Treats: Ice Cream Roundup!
Beat the heat with these cool treats around North Houston!
Summer Adventure Awaits at Lone Star Flight Museum
Head to Lone Star Flight Museum for Summer Fun!
Summer Bucket List 2023
Summer is HERE! Check out our bucket list of things to do around town!
Ten Fun and Educational Activities to do With Children
Babysitting Connection shares a great list of fun activities to keep kiddos entertained (while learning!)
Meet a Dad: Dr. Wheeler of Wheeler Pediatric Dentistry
This week on the blog, we're meeting a Dad! Meet Dr. Jon Wheeler, or Dr. Jon as most kids know him. Dr. Jon is a dad of two and a pediatric dentist with Wheeler Pediatric Dentistry. We're finding out his favorite thing to do (or eat) in North Houston and some of the...
Summer Basketball with Coach Deon
Summer 2023 Coach Deon is offering 4 sessions of 4-day basketball camps in The Woodlands starting June 5th ending the week of July 10th. Our Summer Basketball Camps are weekly camps full of fundamental skill training, competitive games, and fun in a positive...
What to Do About Children Grinding Their Teeth
Teeth grinding, also known as bruxism, is a common concern affecting both children and adults. Grinding can occur during the day or at night, and may sometimes contribute to dental or health issues if left untreated. Today, we’re going to specifically focus on teeth...
Super Moist Glazed Lemon Yogurt Cake
This lemon cake is sweet enough to be kid-friendly, but sophisticated enough to be perfect for any Spring and Summer entertaining!
Meet a Mom: Kasey Norton of North Houston Moms
Meet North Houston Moms newest mom, Kasey Norton!
2023 Mother’s Day Brunch Ideas
Sometimes it's nice to be surprised for Mother's Day, but if you'd like to drop a little hint on where you'd like to enjoy brunch this year, here are some great options! Landry’sFielding’s Local Kitchen + BarMorton’s GrilleDel Frisco’sFleming’s...
Soccer Shots Free Fun Days Summer 2023
SOCCER SHOTS FREE FUN DAYS SUMMER 2023THE WOODLANDS * SPRING * TOMBALL * MAGNOLIA * CONROE Are you ready to introduce your little, age 2-8, to the game of soccer in a fun, encouraging environment? If so, join Soccer Shots at a Free Fun Day happening at a location near...
Meet a Mom: Amelie Bordelon Ortmann of Grasping Gross Motor
Meet Amelie! She is a local mom of one little girl and the owner of Grasping Gross Motor, a pediatric physical therapy and developmental wellness center. Amelie shares with us her favorite things to do around town, some of the biggest challenges she is currently...
Build Skills with Coach Deon!
Build Skills with Coach Deon! The Woodlands #1 basketball program for youth players. Coach Deon specialized fundamental skill program supports hundreds of players annually in The Woodlands area, and offers young players an opportunity to develop a love and passion for...
9 Spring Cleaning Tips to Refresh Your Home
As the world renews at this time of year, why not refresh your living space as well? Lindsey Harrison of New Canaan Darien Moms offers nine quick spring cleaning tips and tricks to try at your house. Start today and tackle one task a week or set aside the next week...
Meet a Mom: Nikki Reed
Nikki Reed is best known for starring as vampire Rosale Hale in The Twilight Saga, and for her breakout role as a teenager in the critically acclaimed movie Thirteen. More recently, however, she’s focused on other roles, including founding Bayou with Love, a...
Local Swim Lesson Guide
We've rounded up the most recommended swim lesson options in the North Houston area! Click the links below for more info such as available times, pricing, and more. As always, thanks for letting us be your resource for all things local! Emler Swim School 7822...
5 Tips for Packing Kid’s Lunch
Making a lunch for your child to bring to school is one of the most important everyday tasks we do as parents. Our goal? To pack a nutritious meal — fast. Plus, it has to include foods they’ll actually eat – because a lunch can be a 10/10 nutritionally, but if...
Fluoride – What Does Your Pediatric Dentist Recommend?
By Elizabeth May, DDS, MSD and Shannon DeVera, DDS What is fluoride? Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral found in rocks, soil, water, and air. It is considered to be especially beneficial in dentistry, as it promotes enamel remineralization (strengthens tooth...
North Houston Summer Camp Guide 2023
Featured CampsAlodia Basketball Summer CampsAlodia Basketball Summer Camps will elevate your child’s game and confidence! Practice the fundamentals, learn new skills, meet new friends, all while having fun with the best trusted and dedicated coaches in the North...
Local Easter Fun
We are so excited for Easter next weekend! Here's a roundup of all the Easter activities happening around Montgomery County! From egg hunts to crafts to photos with the bunny, there's plenty to do over the next week! Saturday, April 1 P-6 Farms Easter Farm Days Join...
Texas Overnight Camp Guide
Summer camp is one of those childhood experiences that will stay with your child forever. It can be a hard decision to do a sleepover camp for the first time, so we wanted to provide you with a few of our favorites right here in Texas to check out! All of the camps...
5 Ways to Get Kids to Read More
There are two kinds of kids—kids who love reading and have their nose in a book at dinner, past bedtime, and when they’re supposed to be leaving for school. And then there are those who would rather do anything than read. For parents who look to...
Why Camp?
Sleepaway camp provides a unique landscape for children to build independence, self-esteem and, most of all, resilience.
St. Patrick’s Day Cocktails & Mocktails
Cheers to the Irish and to you, Moms! Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day we’re sharing a roundup of 8 delicious cocktails and mocktails to serve and sip on March 17 (or any time!). And thankfully, there isn’t a green beer in the mix… Cocktails The Irish Maid from A...
Carrot Spice Snacking Cake
Fall may have Pumpkin Spice, but this Spring, we're all about this Carrot Spice Snacking Cake. Thank you to our contributor, Kathleen Ashmore with @kat_can_cook for sharing this gluten, butter and oil-free healthy treat! Carrot Spice Snacking Cake Yield: 1 8x8...
4 Reasons to Travel with Other Families
Make no mistake—family travel, particularly with small kids, feels more like a work trip than a true vacation. As you head toward Spring Break and get deeper into planning August travel, consider aligning your plans with family friends. Focus on families with kids the...
Rainbow Cheesecake
We love this colorful cheesecake for St. Patrick's Day, an alternative to a birthday cake or any time you need to mix up a little cheer. It does need to chill overnight, so grab these ingredients below and click through for the full instructions from food blogger and...
How to Find a Babysitter You Can Trust
I know I’m not alone when I think, “Why did no one tell me how difficult finding a great babysitter would be?” When my children were young, my husband and I decided to move to Austin, Texas for his job. We left all our family and friends behind along with the...
Preschool & MDO Guide 2023
Deciding where to send your little one to preschool or Mother’s Day Out can be overwhelming. Only you know what’s best for your child. Whether you’re new to the area or are looking for more options, we’ve got you covered! Our Preschool & MDO Guide 2023 is packed with some of the best programs Montgomery County has to offer!
3 Ingredient Cauliflower Soup
Cauliflower is full of fiber and Vitamin C, making it a powerhouse vegetable for cold & flu season. This 3 Ingredient Cauliflower Soup from Kathleen Ashmore is simple, healthy and delicious — an easy winner in our eyes. INGREDIENTS 3 tbsp olive oil 1...
Spring Break Camp Guide 2023
Spring Break is coming up! Do you have a fun camp chosen for your kids? We’ve got you covered with all the available options in the North Houston area.
Meet a Mom: Erin Smith of Soccer Shots
This Meet a Mom is a local mom of two girls and the co-owner of Soccer Shots The Woodlands. Erin Smith shares with us the reason behind taking over the Soccer Shots franchise for the Montgomery County area, her favorite things to do around town, and some fantastic advice that all moms should take!
Meet the Founder: Dale Schwartz of Pinstripes
Dale Schwartz spent years working in the financial and pharmaceutical sector, but always dreamed of opening a bowling alley. In 2006, the dad of three young kids launched Pinstripes, which is everything you *don’t* expect from a bowling alley – gorgeous design,...
Non-Candy Valentine’s Ideas
Over the candy? Us too. Here are some excellent NON-CANDY Valentine’s Ideas. Enjoy!
10 Screen Free Ideas for Kids
Winter with kids can be tough. Short days and colder weather can keep us inside, and being cooped up too long with small kids can lead to tantrums, messes and other general destruction and mayhem. Around the middle of January is when the sheen of new holiday...
14 Reasons Why I Love You! (Hearts on Doors)
"Kind words can be short and easy to speak, but their echoes are truly endless.” -- Mother Teresa Starting February 1st, put a heart with uplifting words written on it on your child’s door each day until Valentine’s Day ❤️ Remind them WHY you love them so much!...
Soccer Shots: Frequently Asked Questions
Ever wondered about enrolling your child in soccer, but aren’t sure of the specifics? We talked with Erin at Soccer Shots, and she helped us answer some FAQ for parents!
Summer Camps at Cordovan Art School
“Young people who participate regularly in the arts are four times more likely to be recognized for academic achievement, to participate in a math and science fair, to be elected to class office, likely to have higher SAT scores, and are less likely to drop out of school than children who do not participate.”
Daddy/Daughter Dances of 2023
February is often thought of as the time to cherish that special love in your life for Valentine’s Day, but this year we want to highlight the bond between a father and daughter. We’ve rounded up some local Daddy Daughter Dances happening around town in hopes that our dads can plan a special date night with the littlest princesses in their lives.
Our 2023 Ultimate Camp & Program Guide
Spending part of summer living independently from Mom and Dad is one of those amazing experiences that will stay with your child forever. Use our Camp & Program Guide to learn about some of the top sleepaway camp options throughout the United States as well as...