Suburban Parent CFL, February 2017

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DENTAL HEALTH MONTH

LEARN ALL ABOUT TMJ

Happy Valentine’s Day

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT GRAPEVINE BIRTHING CENTER

READING MATTERS!

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NEW MOM?

TRUE STORY OF AN OLDER MOM FRIENDSHIP

IMPROVED COGNITIVE PERFORMANCE WITH

DARK CHOCOLATE

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“Semper paratus” Always be prepared

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ell, welcome to February! Our Baby & Maternity issue; the first of 2 issues each year. Nothing is more important that being prepared for bringing your new baby home. You have about 40 weeks to prepare; picking a name, planning the nursery, the perfect crib and bassinet, the different stages of clothing (which change quicker than you can ever imagine), breastfeeding or bottle feeding and more!

My opinion, as a health professional, “if you can breastfeed, do breastfeed.” It truly is best for babies and a bonus is that it’s best for a mom’s recovery too! Read up on the benefits and what to expect. That first latch is not always comfortable, but, you can be assured your first milk is considered “liquid gold.” The nutrients and antibodies in Colostrum will protect your baby from infections right from the beginning of life.

It also helps your newborn’s digestive system to grow and function properly. So go get those special nursing bras and nursing sleepwear and be prepared.

Our feature article about Older Moms helping New Moms is an inspiring read that may have you looking for some attention from an experienced mom. This is a true story, and everyone loves to read a true story.

This month is also Dental Health month. It you have been slacking in the care of your teeth and gums be inspired to create better habits. Beware moms; pregnancy and its hormonal changes increase the risk of oral health problems, like gum disease (periodontitis). Ask your dentist about this.

And of course, have a Happy Valentine’s Day! A day for love and friendship and a great time to show those you love how you feel.

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dark chocolate

better bites

Oh, the benefits of dark chocolate!

While you certainly shouldn’t overindulge, one study says that consuming dark chocolate (30g = to 1 square) daily, while pregnant, could help in the improvement of placental function and the reduction of preeclampsia. And there’s more - new studies keep coming out giving us more reasons to love dark chocolate. One study suggests dark chocolate positively improves cognitive performance. Researchers think it has something to do with the flavanols contained in cocoa that improve blood flow to the brain. So, Bring on Valentine’s Day and those heart shaped boxes of cognitive and pregnancy goodness!

this is your brain...

It’s true, pregnancy changes you, but one study observed how pregnancy changes your brain, specifically the area responsible for social cognition (how you perceive other people’s feelings). Apparently pregnancy causes a loss of gray matter in that area.

But that’s not a bad thing, because the more gray matter lost, the more attachment a mother demonstrated toward her baby. Those good ol’ hormones are at it again. This time they’re paring down on certain areas to make those associated with mothering more efficient (i.e. recognizing the needs of your infant). In case you’re wondering, these changes remained for at least two years after delivery.

Granted every baby is different, but one study found that babies who were breastfed exclusively for six months were 72% less likely to have misaligned teeth.

Note that pacifier use can cancel some of the breastfeeding dental benefit.

baby’s gums

Know that breastfed babies can still get cavities, so be sure to wipe your baby’s gums with a clean, moist cloth everyday starting a few days after birth.

Then brush twice a day with a tiny amount of toothpaste as soon as the first tooth emerges.

SUMMER CAMP FRIENDSHIPS Learning to make new friends is one of the best outcomes for kids who attend camp. Not only are they forced to meet new people (who are different from them), they get to break out of stereotypes and branch out from their normal circle of friends. In the process, they discover new things about themselves. Plus, friendships made at camp are often some of the best relationships children will have.

There’s a lot of bonding that goes on over their shared experiences.

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dear hubby... let’s talk.

Got something to say? Get to the point. Husbands don’t mean to be difficult, they just process information differently. You’ll get a better response if you give him the bottom line first, then go back and fill in the details. If you start from the beginning and work up to the point, you’ll likely lose him before you get there. It also helps to let him know ahead of time if you’re looking for feedback or just wanting to talk. Happy Valentine’s Day all you lovebirds!

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questions

q&a Sam, Dad of 3 Q. When my child falls and hits their head, how do I know if I need to take him/her to the emergency room?

A. With blows to the head, the key to knowing when to seek medical care is watching your child closely. When they hit their head, did they lose consciousness or go limp briefly? Did they soon start vomiting or seem uncoordinated and off balance? These are signs that they need to immediately be seen by their primary care doctor or an ER physician. It’s also important to remember that signs of a concussion may not appear for several days after the blow, so keep a close eye on them and when in doubt, seek medical care. With head injuries, you can never be too careful.

Dr. Marco Coppola | Board Certified in Emergency Medicine Family ER + Urgent Care in Irving

Amy, mom of 1 Q. My child is in 2nd grade and keeps asking if she can go to camp. Her best friend will be attending an away camp and I’m just not ready for that.

A. Amy, it’s okay. This is a family decision and everyone needs to be onboard.

There are so many great local camps that your 2nd grader can enjoy. Camps have a special type of community where kids come together to have fun. Even at day camps your child will develop a sense of independence as they try new adventures. She will also learn new social skills, like conflict resolution, communication, a feeling of connectedness to others. Campers also receive positive feedback from counselors and new friends when they achieve an accomplishment. Take a look at the camps that are featured in our publication and our online Summer Camp Directory!

Mary Ellen, RDN | Your Favorite Editor

Melanie, mom of one Q. Is it true that it’s important to bring an infant to swim lessons?

A. Yes! Newborns are fresh from the aquatic environment of the womb and don’t yet know they are land animals, so this is a perfect time to introduce them to the water! As they become more mobile, and more independent, their safety around water becomes increasingly important. Tragically, drowning is the number one cause of unintentional death of children (1-5 yrs) in this Country. A 2009 study by the Institute of Child Health & Human Development found that participation in formal swimming lessons showed an 88 percent reduction in the risk of drowning in 1-4 year-old children. It’s recommended to teach your child early water safety along with infant swimming lessons. Not only will they become safer around water, but they’ll also begin to develop a life-long love for swimming!

Emily Smith | Director | Emler Swim School

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CARMEN, MOM OF 2

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My sister-in-law has recommended that I save my baby’s umbilical cord blood.

Could banking his cord blood help my other child, age 2 years, if needed?

A. Yes! A full sibling has a 25 percent chance of being a perfect match and parents are considered a half match to their child because they received half of their genetic information from each parent. The blood in the umbilical cord is a rich source of stem cells and other important cells. The blood that is left over after the cord is cut can be collected by your healthcare provider in the minutes following birth and stored in cryogenic storage at a cord blood bank for future use by your child or possibly other family members.

Stem cells have the capacity to correct inherited enzyme deficiencies in children, and stem cell transplants are used on patients following chemotherapy or radiation treatments. Learn more at www.CariCord.com.

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A LITTLE BOOK FOR

LITTLE TEETH

The Brushies Story Book and 4 Brushes was designed by two doctor moms and made here in the USA. This adorable book comes with four finger puppet toothbrushes. Perfect for your little one’s little teeth! And a great way to teach your toddlers the importance of brushing.

4 weeks – 4 years. Find it at www.thebrushies.com $29.95

the peace of mind that their toys can stay clean and mold-free. Marcus & Marcus’ Bath Time Toys are designed to allow you to clean and air dry them after each use to prevent mold growth inside the toys. Find them at Sears. com $7.99 and up.

The HALO Bassinest Swivel Sleeper allows you and baby to sleep as close as you like! With your baby in his own separate sleep area the risks associated with bed-sharing are greatly reduced. Designed to be eye level allows you to soothe your baby quickly. Fits next to almost any bed. Fit for up to 5 months of age or 20 pounds. Find it at Babies R Us $199.99

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2 Ball Support

Stability balls are of course useful for core workouts and other physical fitness exercises. But, they’re also great for inducing labor and calming down fussy babies. Yes, the repetitious movement of gently bouncing on the ball while holding the baby will rock the little one right to sleep.

It’s worth a try. Find it at www. baby-bump.com $40

3 Safe Bath Time Toys

Your little ones can have all the fun of a squirt toy, while you have

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The HALO SleepSack wearable blanket and HALO SleepSack Swaddle replaces loose blankets in the crib that can cover your baby’s face and interfere with breathing. Baby sleeps more safely, and better too. Halo SleepSack Swaddle makes swaddling easy. Birth to 18 pounds. Halo SleepSack Blanket is cozy and your baby can’t kick it off.

Birth to 24 months. Each comes with the message “Back is Best” to remind caregivers to put babies to sleep on their backs. www.halosleep.com $25-$38

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happy campers A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies, said Jojen. The man who never reads lives only one.

Raising an Entrepreneur

It’s said that behind every successful entrepreneur are parents who helped nurture their child’s passion into a fulfilling and successful career. Written by a mother of two thriving entrepreneurs, who interviewed 60 entrepreneurs and their moms! Like, TOMS Shoes, founder Blake Mycoskie, Wordpress founder, Matt Mullenweg, YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki, and many more.

Margot Bisnow For parents & budding entrepreneurs

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The Nocturnals The Mysterious Abductions

If you have an animal lover, then this Award Winning book is for you. Said to be the perfect read-aloud for parents and kids together. So snuggle up each evening before bed and read about the adventures of a group of animals who band together to protect their friends and find adventure! A charming story.

Tracey Hecht Illustrations by Kate Liebman Ages: Middle Grades

God Bless Texas

Even our little ones want to know how special Texas is! Take a tour with your child and explore the most amazing landmarks and cities in the Lone Star State, including the Alamo, Guadalupe Peak, the NASA Space Center, and much more. You may be inspired to take a road trip.

Illustrated by Peter Francis Ages: Early Readers

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Camp Rolling Hills A good read with lasting memories. Middle grade readers will devour this laugh-out-loud book about the world of summer camp.

With letters home (may inspire a few of their own,) a map, a scrapbook, and of course, prank wars! Know that Camp Rolling Hills captures everything about summer and the years before tweens become teens.

Stacy Davidowitz

ages 11-13

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- A DV E R TO R I A L -

February is American Heart Month Let’s get your heart pumping

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ather than telling you how great we are at Dallas Medical Center (DMC), we thought passing along some heart-healthy tips to you would be a better use of our ad space. Helping you live a healthier life is our top priority at DMC, so hopefully you already know about us; if not, let us know and we might need to fire our marketing team.

But seriously, let’s look at how to be healthy. When it comes down to it, most of the things that will help us live healthier lives are the things we’ve heard about for years: eat better and move more. But like avoiding fresh donuts or a Tory Burch sale, it’s easier said than done.

Instead of looking at a huge lifestyle change, let’s look at a few ways you can gradually lead a healthier life.

When it comes to food, quality matters. Look into buying whole ingredients and cooking them yourself. Not only will you cut down on hidden fats and sugars (plus nasty preservatives), but you’ll probably find the food tastes better,

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and you’ll save some money too.

Add a few servings of vegetables a week until you’re eating them daily.

A few minutes searching online can turn up dozens of healthy recipes. If you like fried food, try substituting a baked version every now and then. You can cut down on the fat and still enjoy a crunchy texture. If you want something sweet, look at having fruit for dessert; no, apple pie does not count as fruit, but baked apples and cinnamon might curb your pie craving.

As for moving, the American Heart Association recommends adults get at least 90 minutes of moderate exercise each week. If just the thought of putting on your running shoes (which may or may not still be in the box) gives you anxiety, look for other alternatives to help you get moving. Go for a walk in a hilly area around your home, or play sports with your friends. If you’re into video games, there are lots of interactive games on the market. The point is to get moving by doing things you like.

Exercise doesn’t have to be a chore.

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There are also a number of things you can do to sneak in small bits of exercise to your daily routine.

These things won’t help you train for that marathon you keep putting off, but burning a few dozen extra calories a day will add up by the end of the month. Take the stairs rather than the elevator. Not only will you help your heart, you’ll also build your leg muscles over time.

If it’s a nice day, park further away from your destination. You’ll get some fresh air and some extra steps, which will help your heart and your FitBit goal. Remember, there’s no award for finding the closest parking spot.

These easy tips can help you lead a healthier lifestyle and do your heart some good. We hope you never need to see one of our cardiologists, but if you do, know that our Dallas Cardiovascular Center houses an expert panel of board certified physicians, representing both preventive and interventional cardiology. Now look out, your dog may have just stolen your bagel.

When your sweetheart needs expert cardiac care, help is just a heartbeat away.

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Value of Older Moms

“My Friendship With Older Moms Helped Me More Than My Peers Ever Could.”

BY KATHRYN STREETER

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n the beginning, it was a lucky chance I ran into you, Older Mom. I didn’t pick you on purpose, I’m embarrassed to admit. I was expecting our first baby less than a year living in another country.

You were the only friend I could find, an older Irish woman with two preschool-aged sons. Pregnant and in a foreign land, I obviously needed a momfriend and you were it. Hand on ballooning belly, I complained I wasn’t ready.

“No one is throwing me baby showers!” I said.

“What’s that?” You listened and then wagged your finger at the local drugstore a few doors down from where we were having icecream with your kids. “Everything you need is a quick stop. It’s not complicated.” By everything you meant diapers, what else was there to need? End of discussion.

I sucked in my breath and had a private palm-to-forehead moment.

Even taking into account different cultural practices, your reaction resonated deeply. I trusted you because you had already done this new mom thing plus one. I’m glad I stumbled across you, Older Mom, because since then, I’ve intentionally sought you out. As a younger mom, I felt you had my back.

I sensed your veteran Older Mom hand gently pulling along my green one, helping me find my way through the storms of motherhood. In our times together, we traded stories. You dished out counsel, encouragement and general pep-talk.

“What do you wish you would have known when you were my age?” Out of this simple question I hoped for answers to better navigate common parenting pitfalls.

Faithful friend, you never let me down.

Remember that moment, Older Mom, when two-days before a major move, my son appeared at breakfast with a puffy, irritated eye? In my mind came visions of the entire family infected with full-blown cases of conjunctivitis. I was thinking a doctor’s visit or a race to the ER, if necessary. You challenged my assumptions, Older Mom of three adult boys, trotting me down to the drugstore for an antihistamine. The swelling vanished. More than the medication, you deserve my thanks.

Later, you made homemade chocolate chip cookies with my kids. They destroyed your kitchen and you didn’t mind, in fact, you laughed. I observed, eyes glowing, because my two didn’t have

grandparents around to do anything of the kind. Thanks for filling in, Older Mom. They haven’t forgotten that day and neither have I. My cookies never turn out so well.

You balked when I vowed to charge my tween son $1 each time he refused veggies. Your 70-something retired doctor-husband had never learned to eat his greens. “Your young man needs to know that you’ll love him even if he doesn’t eat his veggies.” I dodged a bullet that day, Older Mom. I’m eternally grateful!

“Teen acne. What a bummer part of adolescence.” I sighed and sipped my coffee across from you. But your eyes flared because my comment triggered a memory of a past wrong.

Your failure to react swiftly in getting help for your teen intensified his low self-esteem. My teen wasn’t asking to be rescued, but I made a dermatology appointment and off we went.

In a few years, our nest will be empty. You share secrets about being a twosome again. With adding sons and daughters-in-laws to your family. Of the anxieties of infertility and miscarriage and finally, grandkids. I listen to you describe the joyful thrill of grandparenting.

“Do you want to see pictures?” You whip out your phone.

And then in a flash, it happened: I am that Older Mom. I’m stunned, but as a mother of teens, it’s my turn to give back, to offer my Older Mom hand to the next generation of moms.

I meet my young friend and her toddler at a park. I watch her; swollen with an 8-month basketball belly, talk about her pending delivery as she swings her giggling son.

We walk, pointing to the ducks by the lake and her little guy throws his whole bag of Cheerios at them with one grand flourish, shrieking.

I was enjoying myself—it all seemed so pure and simple, this young life I remember of strollers, swings and playgrounds, squealing and feeding ducks. But I know Motherhood is a long road. What’s needed most is the stuff of relationships, not lavish baby showers.

One hand reaching to another, this is how we make it, moms. The circle of Older Moms hand-in-hand with young moms, pulling along, cheering, hugging and advising.

We’ve got your back, young moms. SP

Kathryn Streeter: Writer, mother, wife. Find her at www.kathrynstreeter.com

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BY DR. FRED ABELES

5 Signs Your Headache May Be Caused By

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TMJ

early everyone on occasion experiences a throbbing headache that interferes with concentration at work or school, or saps the joy from the day.

But sometimes the source of that headache can be surprising. For many people, the pain that emanates from the head can be traced back to their teeth, their bite relationship and the alignment of the lower jaw.

“Pain doesn’t happen randomly or because of bad luck,” says Dr. Fred Abeles, author of the book “Break Away: The New Method for Treating Chronic Headaches, Migraines and TMJ Without Medication.”

“There’s a cause and effect to almost everything in the human body.”

With many headaches, the cause is the temporomandibular joint, or TMJ, the place at the front of the ear where the lower jaw and the temporal bone on the side of the head meet.

Sometimes the bite and the lower jaw are out of alignment, putting additional strain on muscles, which leads to the headaches. And for many, TMJ headaches aren’t going away because people try to mask the pain with medication rather than correct the underlying cause.

But how do you know a headache is caused by TMJ? These are some of the warning signs.

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Your jaw clicks or pops. Any joint in your body should work silently and seamlessly. If your jaw clicks or pops when you open or close it, it’s a clear sign that the lower half of the joint is not in the proper position. Even if the popping and clicking don’t produce pain, he says, the muscles that have to support and stabilize the joint become fatigued and will produce pain.

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Your bite feels off. The TMJ is the only joint in the human body that has 28 teeth stuck between the opening and closing motion of the joint to complicate things. Every other joint is completely controlled by muscles, and the position of the joint, its movement and range of motion are mediated by muscle.

The TMJ’s position is dictated by where our teeth come together in our bite.

So if your bite feels off or your teeth don’t fit together well, there’s a good chance your TMJ joints are off, too.

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You have pain around your forehead, temples, back of head or radiating down your neck. Ninety percent of pain comes from muscle. If your muscles are not functioning well because of fatigue from supporting one or both of your TMJ joints in an improper position, they produce pain. It’s much like when you exercise or work hard and feel

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muscle pain later. The only difference is that TMJ is more subtle and chronic.

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You have forward head posture.

Our heads are supposed to be centered over our shoulders. If yours is in front of your shoulders when you are upright, you have “forward head posture.”

That relates to your bite and your airway.

The human head weighs about eight to 10 pounds. The farther forward it is off the center axis, the more strain it places on neck muscles and vertebrae.

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You snore. Snoring is a red flag that respiration during sleep is disturbed. Several factors can lead to snoring, but one of the most important is the position of the lower jaw, he says. If your lower jaw is a little too far back, then the tongue is farther back as well.

“If the tongue is slightly farther back than optimal it vibrates against our soft palate, closes off our airway and we snore,” Abeles says. The snoring doesn’t cause the headache, but it could be a sign the lower jaw is too far back. As a result, the muscles that support the jaw in an improper position produce the headache pain. SP Dr. Fred Abeles is one of the most sought after TMJ expertswww.FredAbeles.com). He is author of the new book “Break Away: The New Method for Treating Chronic Headaches, Migraines and TMJ Without Medication.”

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timeout community calendar | february 2017

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Toddler Time

10:30am. 2-3 yrs. Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www. catalog.coppelltx.gov

Storytime All By Myself

10:30am. Foster a smooth transition into school children attend without their adult caregiver. Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www.catalog. coppelltx.gov

Evening Story Time

7pm. 3-6 yrs. Carrollton Public Library at Hebron & Josey, 4220 N Josey Lane, Carrollton www.cityofcarrollton.com

2 | THURSDAY JumpstART Stories & Art – Dinosaurs!

10am. They’re back to rule storytime! Irving Arts Center, 3333 N. Mac Arthur Blvd., Irving 972-252-2787 www. irvingartscenter.com

Homeschool Book Club

1:30pm. 7-10 yrs. All are welcome to this growing book club design for homeschool children. Carrollton Public Library at Hebron & Josey, 4220 N Josey Lane, Carrollton www.cityofcarrollton.com

Teen Board Game Night

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6:30pm. 13-18 yrs. Come try out the latest and greatest games. Carrollton Public Library at Hebron & Josey, 4220 N Josey Lane, Carrollton www.cityofcarrollton.com

Lewisville Chess Club

7pm. Join us every Thursday night to match wits with Lewisville Chess Club.

Barnes and Noble Lewisville, 2325 S. Stemmons Freeway #401, Lewisville www. barnesandnoble.com

3 | FRIDAY DFW Winter Boat Expo

3-8pm. Come see over 650 all new 2017 boat and watercraft models. Dallas Market Hall, 2200 Stemmons Freeway, Dallas 972-247-1369 www. dallasboatexpo.com

Glass Blowing - Create Hearts and Flowers

2-6pm. Vetro Glassblowing Studio & Gallery. Go home with a piece of Glass Art. Starting at $30. 701 S. Main St. Grapevine

4 | SATURDAY FREE Women’s Health Screening Event

8-11:30am. Visit wellness

booths, hear from physician speakers, win door prizes, get a chair massage and more.

Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Lobby, 4400 Long Prairie Rd, Flower Mound 469-322-7085 www. texashealthflowermound.com.

Hot Chocolate 15k/5k

7:30am. A brisk 15k or 5k run, with inflatables and games \for the kids.Chocolate post-race party. Fair Park-Automobile Building, 1121 1st Avenue www. hotchocolate15k.com

DFW Winter Boat Expo

10am-8pm. Come see over 650 all new 2017 boat and watercraft models. Dallas Market Hall, 2200 Stemmons Freeway, Dallas 972-247-1369 www.dallasboatexpo.com

Glass Blowing - Create Hearts and Flowers

10am-1pm & 2:30pm-6pm.

Vetro Glassblowing Studio & Gallery – Get creative! And go home with a piece of Glass Art. Starting at $30. 701 S. Main St. Grapevine

Glam Jam - Together We Are Tu-Tu Strong!

10am-5pm. Feb 4th & 5th. $20.

A day of fashion, dance and fun! Vendors, Sponsors, loads of fashion & dance wear.

At the Great Wolf Lodge, Grapevine

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5 | SUNDAY DFW Winter Boat Expo

10am-4pm. Dallas Market Hall, 2200 Stemmons Freeway, Dallas 972-247-1369 www. dallasboatexpo.com

Penguin Days at the Zoo

9am-4pm. Daily. Visit the African penguins and all of the other animals at the Dallas Zoo for just $7 per person during the month of Feb. The Dallas Zoo, 650 R. L. Thornton Frwy, Dallas 469-554-7500 www.dallaszoo.com

6 | MONDAY Buzzing Bumblebees

9:30am. Pre-walkers up to 2 yrs. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-8746200 www.fmlibrary.net

Toddler Time - Josey Ranch Lake

10:15&11am. 1-3 yrs & 3-6 yrs.

Carrollton Public Library at Josey Ranch Lake, 1700 Keller Springs Rd, Carrollton www. cityofcarrollton.com

Ones Upon A Time & Baby and Me

10:30 & 11am. Up to 2 yrs.& Up to 12 months. Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www.catalog. coppelltx.gov

7 | TUESDAY Buzzing Bumblebees

9:30am. Pre-walkers up to 2 yrs. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-8746200 www.fmlibrary.net

Firecracker Book Club

Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www. fmlibrary.net

Toddler Time

10:30am. 2-3 yrs. Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www. catalog.coppelltx.gov

Romping Rhymers

11am. 2-3 yrs. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www. fmlibrary.net

DIY Valentines

6:30pm. All supplies will be provided for you to make family & friends valentines.

City of Lewisville, 1197 W. Main St., Lewisville 972-219-3570 www.cityoflewisville.com

9 | THURSDAY Storytime All By Myself

10:30am. Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www.catalog. coppelltx.gov

Crafternoon

4-6pm. 5-12 yrs. Join us after school fun and create something amazingly awesome! Carrollton Public Library at Hebron & Josey, 4220 N Josey Lane, Carrollton www.cityofcarrollton.com

Random Fandom

4-5:30pm. The Teen Advisory Group will randomly select one fandom to feature each month with crafts, games and trivia. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Ln, Flower Mound 972-874-6165 www.fmlibrary.net

Random Fandom

4-6pm. Grades 3-5. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www. fmlibrary.net

6:30-8pm. Grades 6-12. Join us to support your favorite fandoms! Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www.catalog. coppelltx.gov

Family Storytime

Lewisville Chess Club

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10 | FRIDAY

Wiggly Walkers

Babypalooza

7pm. Storytime for the family.

Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www.catalog.coppelltx.gov

9:30am. Up to 2 yrs. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030

7-8pm. Join us! Barnes and Noble Lewisville, 2325 S. Stemmons Freeway #401 www.barnesandnoble.com

11:15am-12:15pm. 6-18 months.

Flower Mound Public Library,

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Hebron & Josey, 4220 N Josey Lane, Carrollton www. cityofcarrollton.com

Valentines Dinner Cruise

Toddler Time - Josey Ranch Lake

7:30-9:30pm. Enjoy a beautiful evening sail under the stars as you cruise around Lewisville Lake. Pier 121 Marina, 1481 E. Hill Park Road, Lewisville www. visitlewisville.com

11 | SATURDAY Bird Walk

7:30am. 10 yrs & Up. Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area, 201 E. Jones St., Lewisville www.cityoflewisville.com

Nature Walk

10am. All ages. Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area, 201 E. Jones St., Lewisville www.visitlewisville.com

Free Math Tutoring

2pm-4pm. Grades 1-12. Free math tutoring every Saturday.

Lewisville Library 1197 W Main St. Lewisville www. cityoflewisville.com

10:30 & 11am. Up to 2 yrs.& Up to 12 months. Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www.catalog. coppelltx.gov

Leaping Learners

11am. 3-5 yrs. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www. fmlibrary.net

Middle School Book Club

4:30pm. Grades 6-8. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www. fmlibrary.net

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DFW Winter Boat Expo

Leaping Learners

Be Mine Movie Matinee

2pm. Celebrate Valentine’s Day with romantic classic Sleepless in Seattle. Lewisville Library, 1197 W. Main St., Lewisville 972-219-3570 www. cityoflewisville.com

13 | MONDAY Buzzing Bumblebees

9:30am. Pre-walkers up to 2 yrs. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-8746200 www.fmlibrary.net

Toddler Time - Hebron & Josey

10:15&11am. 1-3 yrs & 3-6 yrs.

Carrollton Public Library at

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Ones Upon A Time & Baby and Me

12 | SUNDAY 10am-5pm. Come see over 650 all new 2017 boat and watercraft models on display & over 100 vendors. Dallas Market Hall, 2200 Stemmons Freeway, Dallas 972-247-1369 www.dallasboatexpo.com

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10:15&11am. 1-3 yrs & 3-6 yrs.

Carrollton Public Library at Josey Ranch Lake, 1700 Keller Springs Rd, Carrollton www. cityofcarrollton.com

11am. 3-5 yrs. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www. fmlibrary.net

Anti-Valentine’s Day Party

6:30pm. Celebrate Anti-Valentine’s day by poking fun at this holiday’s traditions.

Lewisville Public Library, 1197 W. Main St., Lewisville 972-219-3570 www.cityoflewisville.com

Family Storytime

7pm. Storytime for the family.

Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www.catalog.coppelltx.gov

15 | WEDNESDAY Romping Rhymers

11am. 2-3 yrs. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www. fmlibrary.net

Bibliomaniacs

4:30pm-5:30pm. Grades 9-12.

Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www. fmlibrary.net

Family Story Time

7pm. All ages. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972874-6200 www.fmlibrary.net

16 | THURSDAY Storytime All By Myself

10:30am. Foster a smooth transition into school. Children attend without their adult caregiver.

Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www. catalog.coppelltx.gov

Romping Rhymers

11am. 2-3 yrs. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972874-6200 www.fmlibrary.net

Random Fandom

6:30-8pm. Grades 6-12. Join us to support your favorite fandoms! Each month is something different. Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www. catalog.coppelltx.gov

Lewisville Chess Club

7pm-8pm. Join us every Thursday night to match wits with Lewisville Chess Club.

Barnes and Noble Lewisville, 2325 S. Stemmons Freeway #401, Lewisville www. barnesandnoble.com

17 | FRIDAY SPARK Dallas Public Hours

10am-4pm. $8 in advance, $10 at the door. Explore our 6,000-ft. Climb, Crawl, Slide Sculpture. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

SPARK!, 1409 S. Lamar Street Suite 004, Dallas 214-421-7727 www.sparkdallas.org

18 | SATURDAY Special Needs Screenings at SMG Lewisville “The Lego Batman Movie” 11:00am. Family friendly movies free for children

with special needs and their siblings. Studio Movie Grill Lewisville, 1600 S. Stemons Fwy, Lewisville 972-906-0002 www.studiomoviegrill.com

Free Math Tutoring – Lewisville

2pm-4pm. Grades 1-12. Free Math Tutoring. Does your child need help getting their math skills in shape? Lewisville Library 1197 W Main St. Lewisville www.cityoflewisville.com

19 | SUNDAY The American Rodeo

12pm-2pm. AT&T Stadium, One AT&T Way, Arlington www.stadium.dallascowboys. com/events

Astronaut

1:30pm. What does it take to be part of this incredible journey? What does it take to become an astronaut? UTA Planetarium, 700 Planetarium Place, Arlington www. utaplanetarium.com

School of Rock Youth Musical 2pm. This stage musical featuring all the original songs from the movie plus 14 new songs by Andrew Lloyd Webber. Theatre Arlington, 305 W Main St, Arlington 817-275-7661 www. theatrearlington.org

Spacepark 360: Infinity

2:30pm. Come enjoy a set of full dome movies designed to recreate the experience of amusement park thrill rides.

Tons of fun for everyone! UTA Planetarium, 700 Planetarium Place, Arlington www. utaplanetarium.com

Rapunzel, Rapunzel! A Very Hairy Fairy Tale

7pm. Join handsome Sir Roderick and his hairdressing side-kick, Edgar, as they search for true love and the perfect head of hair! Casa Manana Theatre, 3101 W Lancaster Ave, Fort Worth 817-322-2272 www. casamanana.org

20 | MONDAY Buzzing Bumblebees

9:30am. Pre-walkers up to

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Batteries Not Included

3:30pm-4:30pm. Grades K-2.

Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www. fmlibrary.net

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21 | TUESDAY Buzzing Bumblebees

Romping Rhymers

Ones Upon A Time

10:30am. Up to 2 yrs. Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www. catalog.coppelltx.gov

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Wiggly Walkers

9:30am. Up to 2 yrs. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www. fmlibrary.net

Storytime All By Myself

Romping Rhymers

6:30pm. 13-18 yrs. Make the Library YOUR kind of place.

Carrollton Public Library at Josey Ranch, 1700 Keller Springs Rd, Carrollton www. cityofcarrollton.com

Open House at Grapevine Faith Christian School

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Teen League

7pm. Storytime for the family.

Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www.catalog.coppelltx.gov

972-506-SWIM (7946)

11am. 2-3 yrs. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www. fmlibrary.net

2pm. 3-5 yrs. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www. fmlibrary.net

Family Storytime

guardianswimschool.com

10:30am. 2-3 yrs. Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www. catalog.coppelltx.gov

10:30am. Foster a smooth transition into school children attend without their adult caregiver. Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www.catalog. coppelltx.gov

Leaping Learners

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9:30am. Up to 2 yrs. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www. fmlibrary.net

Wiggly Walkers

10:30am. 2-3 yrs. Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www. catalog.coppelltx.gov

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9:30am. Pre-walkers up to 2 yrs. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-8746200 www.fmlibrary.net 9:30am. Up to 2 yrs. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www. fmlibrary.net

GUARDIAN SWIM SCHOOL

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High School Campus, 729 E Dallas Rd, 817-442-1605 GrapevineFaith.com. See ad in this issue.

7pm. Join us to learn more about our school for Pre-K – 12th Grade. We develop and graduate authentic Christian leaders. Other Open House

11am. 2-3 yrs. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www. fmlibrary.net

College Prep Series: How to Find the Right College for You

6:30pm. Recognize what types of colleges might be good fits and how to evaluate the many factors that need to be considered. Lewisville Library, 1197 W. Main St., Lewisville 972-219-3570 www. cityoflewisville.com

Lewisville Chess Club

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Barnes and Noble Lewisville, 2325 S. Stemmons Freeway #401, Lewisville www. barnesandnoble.com

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BLACK MUSTANG RANCH.................................. 27 blackmustangranch.com DESTINATION SCIENCE........................................ 27 888-909-2822 • destinationscience.org FIELDHOUSE USA........................................................ 9 fieldhouseusa.com KANAKUK CAMP......................................................... 11 gokanakuk.com OAK CREST SCHOOL.............................................. 21 214-483-5400 • oakcrestschool.org UTD CHESS CAMP................................................... 29 972-883-4899 • utdallas.edu/chess

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Parent’s Night Out

5:30-8:30pm. 5 yrs & up.

Parents, enjoy your night out while the kids create with us!

Pizza will be served! $30 per child with a $5 discount for siblings! Sunshine Glaze 405 N Carroll Ave, Southlake 817-4241417 www.sunshineglaze.com

25 | SATURDAY Bird Walk

7:30am. 10 yrs & Up. Join an expert birder as we explore prime birding locations along LLELA’s nature trails. Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area, 201 E. Jones St., Lewisville www.cityoflewisville.com

Nature Walk

10am. All ages. Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area, 201 E. Jones St., Lewisville www.visitlewisville.com

Free Math Tutoring – Lewisville

2pm-4pm. Grades 1-12. Free Math Tutoring. Does your child need help getting their math skills in shape? Lewisville Library 1197 W Main St. Lewisville www.cityoflewisville.com

6200 www.fmlibrary.net

Toddler Time - Hebron & Josey

10:15&11am. 1-3 yrs & 3-6 yrs.

Carrollton Public Library at Hebron & Josey, 4220 N Josey Lane, Carrollton www. cityofcarrollton.com

Toddler Time - Josey Ranch Lake

10:15&11am. 1-3 yrs & 3-6 yrs.

Carrollton Public Library at Josey Ranch Lake, 1700 Keller Springs Rd, Carrollton www. cityofcarrollton.com

Ones Upon A Time & Baby and Me

10:30 & 11am. Up to 2 yrs.& Up to 12 months. Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www.catalog. coppelltx.gov

Leaping Learners

2pm. 3-5 yrs. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www. fmlibrary.net

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9:30am. Pre-walkers up to 2 yrs. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-8746200 www.fmlibrary.net

Leaping Learners

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2pm. 3-5 yrs. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www. fmlibrary.net

Free Music Shows

Family Storytime

2pm. There’s family fun and cowboy music when Cowtown Opry presents public Texaswestern music shows. Ft Worth Stockyards Livestock Exchange Building, 131 E. Exchange Avenue, Ft Worth www.cowtownopry.org

27 | MONDAY Buzzing Bumblebees

9:30am. Pre-walkers up to 2 yrs. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-

7pm. Storytime for the family.

Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www.catalog.coppelltx.gov

save the date 2017 Summer Chess Camp at UT Dallas

jun 12-16

Join beginner, intermediate or advanced chess classes for ages 7-14. Register at www. utdallas.edu/chess. See ad in this issue.

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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Where children take their first steps in education and faith!

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funstuff from the love doctor

GOTTA

surprise him

LOVE ‘EM

Do something different for your spouse this Valentine’s Day

A discussion with my grandson

• Play hooky together (while the kids go to school)

Getting ready this morning, I told Grayson, almost three, “You need to brush your teeth.” Grayson: “Grandma, I already did it!” Grandma: “Really?

When?” Grayson: “One night before bed!”

— Norma, Grandma to Grayson

• Study up on Foot Reflexology, and treat him to a foot massage (maybe he’ll do you too!)

• Wake up early and watch the sunrise • Reminisce about or recreate your first Valentine’s Day • Make your own drive in movie – grab some food and a portable DVD player. Snuggle in the backseat and watch your favorite Love Story (Casablanca, Roman Holiday, The Princess Bride)

Leo Buscaglia Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around.

• Hold hands wherever you go. Tell him, “When you hold my hand, you hold my heart!”

You kidding me?

What did the stamp say to the envelope?

I’m stuck on you!

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What did the boy candy say to the girl candy?

It’s Valentine’s Day and we’re mint for each other.

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eat healthy Eating for one, two, or more?

Yes, there comes a time when women really need to consider their diets.

And becoming pregnant is one of those times. In the 40 weeks or so of pregnancy, as well as before and after, a healthy lifestyle should include eating a balance diet, gaining weight the right way, physical activity, and supplementation that may be prescribed by your physician. Avoiding alcohol, tobacco and other harmful substances is also recommended.

Your diet may include: Whole grains, Fruits, Vegetables (a variety of colors), Lean Protein (meat, chicken, fish, eggs, beans and peas. Limit white albacore tuna to 6 ounces per week. (Avoid: shark, swordfish, king mackerel and tilefish).

Iron In, Anemia Out During pregnancy, the recommended amount of iron increases from 18(mg) per day to 27(mg) per day. Symptoms of iron-deficiency anemia can range from dizziness and fatigue to premature labor. The best sources of iron are meat and legumes. The Lucky Iron Fish could help increase daily iron needs! Add the fish to a pot of boiling water for soup, rice or other entrees, and it provides a family with up to 75% of their daily iron intake.

The fish lasts for 5 years. It’ll let you know when it’s time to get a new one by turning its smile upside down. Learn more www.luckyironfish.com

tip Get Fortified at Breakfast Getting the 400 mcg of Vitamin B (folic acid) every day is easy! Simply eat a serving of breakfast cereal that has been enriched with 100% of the daily value of folic acid. Not every cereal has this amount. Check the label on the side of the box, and look for one that has “100%” next to folic acid.

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Pregnancy causes hormonal changes that increase the risk of developing gum disease, which in turn, can affect the health of your developing baby. So, brush, floss, waterpik daily!