How to Cope with the Stress of Family Gatherings

Woman Stressed at Holidays

Relieving Holiday Stress at Family Gatherings

The holidays are coming and along with them you may be expecting your stomach to churn and your frustration levels to rise. Yes, it’s the dreaded family gathering where Uncle Tony will once again regale the group with his impersonations. Or… you fill in the blanks, everyone has difficult family members. What to do? Here are some tips on ways to decrease the suffering and actually enjoy time spent with extended family this year.

Lone Star Circus Forever

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Lone Star Circus Forever, December 28, 2018 – January 1, 2019 at the Dallas Children’s Theatre

In a fun and daring tribute to the birth of the modern circus, Dallas’ own Lone Star Circus brings its unique brand of spectacle back for the holidays in this all-new show! Jugglers, acrobats, clowns, and four-legged performers from around the world come together to create a parade of not-to-be-forgotten moments for the entire family.

10 Great Ways to Celebrate Thanksgiving with Your Family

Thanksgiving Traditions

Start a Thanksgiving Tradition with Your Kids

Yes, the highlights of Thanksgiving Day are the watching the parade (and the game) and eating turkey. But this special holiday isn’t just about the entertainment and the food. This year, start a new tradition that brings out the importance and symbolism of the holiday.

Begin by asking yourself what Thanksgiving means to you. Is it about faith? Family? Giving back to the community? Incorporate these ideals into your new tradition in a fun, creative way. Ask your nanny for advice — she can help you brainstorm new Thanksgiving customs.

And the concept of Thanksgiving isn’t always easy for little ones to grasp, so involve your kids and give them a taste of what Thanksgiving is really about.

Tips on Staying Healthy at Thanksgiving

Healthy Thanksgiving Dinner

How to Stay Healthy at Thanksgiving

You might not be able to control the Thanksgiving traffic, the topics of table conversation or the football score, but you can feel completely in control of your weight – even with a table laden with delicious seasonal fare! Below are some ideas on how to make your holiday a slimmer one:

Fur-tastic Holiday Fun at Deck the Paws!

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Deck the Paws Set to Bring Fur-tastic Holiday Fun to Fair Park December 1-2

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Make your holidays extra merry and bright at Deck the Paws, a two-day pet-topia of fun for the whole family! Promising to be your new fur-vorite holiday tradition, you’ll fa-la-la-la-love the paw-tastic festivities!

Join North Texas Kids at Deck the Paws the first weekend of December. We’re excited to sponsor the Kids’ Zone and look forward to seeing your family! Check out all the family-friendly and pet friendly activities planned for the weekend: