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I have elementary aged kids and as Summer approaches I’m finding myself panicking a bit. I love my children but 3 months in the heat while balancing work is just a lot. I wish we could spend the Summer traveling but it’s not in the cards for us, we have one vacation planned to look forward to.

Any advice for how to make it through?

Now that Southwest Airlines won’t be much different than the other airlines I’m looking into a new credit card. What is your favorite card?
Most our money is spent on daycare and the grocery store.

Hi! Does anyone have a bedding/sheets that they love?? In the market and looking for recommendations. I am a warm sleeper, so something that is not hot would be a PLUS!

I have vaccinated my 6 year old fully and delayed vaccinating my 1 year old. I honestly would like to hear both sides, what makes you pro vax or what makes you anti vax?

I would like to see both sides to make the decision i find best for me and my child. Thank you!

Hoping to lose 10lb before summer!! Aka.. two months. What’s the best way to get in shape quickly and naturally without weight loss meds?! I tried a juice cleanse but I don’t have that in me anymore! Too many kids to keep up with and need to eat 🤪

Best protein bar/snack for busy ladies on the go?!? Which brand? Which flavor? Cleanest ingredients would also be great!

We are trying to reduce seed oils in our household. Any tips on your favorite brands or foods?

I’m thrilled to share something new for our community. 💛

For years, Austin has had amazing resources for kids- if you know where to look—but almost nothing just for expectant or first-time moms. We’re changing that. Through Kinda Krazy Kids & Kompany, a beloved 22-year-old local toy store, I'm launching Westlake’s first Mom’s Club for expecting and brand-new moms—and you’re invited to be one of the first to join. 🎉

As a mom of three young girls and someone who walked through years of trying to become a mom myself, I know how much it means to find people who really get it. My background in community building and my passion for creating safe, joyful spaces for families inspired this new chapter. I truly believe every mom deserves a village—and I’m honored to help build one right here in Austin.

💫 Why join?
Because preparing for a baby is joyful… and hard. The emotions, the questions, the isolation—it’s a lot. But it shouldn’t be something you do alone.

🌿 Studies show that new mothers with strong social connections experience up to 50% lower rates of postpartum depression.
🌿 Just having one supportive peer group can significantly improve mental health and reduce anxiety.
🌿 According to the CDC, around 1 in 8 women experience postpartum depression—but support and community dramatically reduce risk and severity.

We’re here to help change those stats for good.

What you’ll get when you join (for FREE!):

👶 Exclusive in-person events for expectant and new moms (registry tips, nursery prep, and 4th trimester support)
📱 Digital conversations so you can share the highs and lows with women who just get it
🤝 Real community and resources to walk with you through pregnancy and postpartum
🎁 First access to beautiful new products, gifts, and helpful tools curated by moms for moms

This isn’t just another class or parenting group. It’s a safe space. A place where your story matters and your transition into motherhood is honored.

👉 Ready to join us? Fill out this quick form and you’ll be the first to know when we launch events and gatherings: [Join the Mom’s Club]

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSetxNhbLB1FgK_qTxo9h6tf1l-Ywy5-D1k5bi4b3sAujmq3CQ/viewform

Thank you for being part of something new. From this small beginning, a whole village will grow. 💕 (Screenshot 2025-04-25 10.36.29 PM.png Screenshot 2025-04-25 10.35.58 PM.png

Hi! Looking for the best swimsuit to suck in my postpartum csection pooch. Wish I was asking for a friend…

Anyone here have experience with family RV rentals? We are wanting to go to the mountains for the month of August with our 3 young kids. On initial glance, renting the RV might be more expensive than just getting a home rental?? But we think the experience would be fun!

I know it depends on the kid but I'm really conflicted. I feel like he's ready but everyone holds their kids back these days, I don't want him to be behind just by default of everyone else's choices.

How regular are we, ladies?!? 💩💩💩 How often is too often and how little is too little?!? Is once a day sufficient?!? Any tips to keep things moving?!?

Does anyone’s husband understand that sex / sexual attraction for the woman starts with emotions and the minute they walk into the house?! I would love my husband to ask me out, engage with me/have a conversation etc and then it’s all fair game later and I am much more into it. Trying to navigate how to show him this?!

I know tongue and lip tie releases are performed on babies quite often. Does any one have any experience/feedback on this with a younger child having this done? My 5 yo needs both.

Hey moms, the former Pikopye's Town space off S. Lamar is ready to be taken over. Unfortunately the business was mismanaged and closed a month-ish ago. The Lakeway location is owned independently from this one.
The opportunity is to buy the furniture, fixtures and equipment currently in the space, taking over the lease, etc.
There are business manuals + computer and POS software that were left behind so you could continue operating pretty soon. I think there is a LOT of upside to this business, though, and could be sooo fun for a local Austin fam.

Lease Term: 36 months Free Rent: 2 months gross rent ($23,042)

If there's interest I'll link a Google Doc with the details for who to contact to tour the space.

Does anyone have any tips for poison ivy? Other than hydrocortisone and Benadryl (oral and gel) as none of this is helping much!

Hi! Looking for recommendations on great vacation spots. Family friendly, as our kids are 3, 6 and 8. We were looking into Bahamas, Mexico, but open to anywhere. Looking to go in July timeframe. Not looking for 30A or Destin, done that and feel that its too crowded these days.

Would love recs on places, hotels etc.

Our 4yr old son was recently diagnosed with autism. We are processing and we know it will be okay and fine etc but it's a lot of "now what"....what are next steps? We feel paralyzed

What are we washing our workout clothes in?!?!?!?!?

Peed while the mattress cover was being washed from being peed on…..
How do I clean this?

Helpppppp before I actually lose my mind.