Category: Community & Connection
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The Arsenic Hour is Real, Mamas: Why Your North Austin Village is an Essential Psychological Intervention
Hey Tribe! Let’s get real for a minute. If you’re a Mama in North Austin—a transplant family trying to build a life in Cedar Park, Leander, or Liberty Hill—you know the feeling. It’s that invisible weight, that pervasive sense of isolation that can hit you like a freight train, especially around 5:00 PM. We call…
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Connie’s Story: A Gentle Beginning
Before her baby was even born, Connie had a vision of the kind of parent she wanted to be. She and her partner knew they wanted to raise their child surrounded by community, not just going it alone. So they began seeking out family connections early—hoping to find other parents who understood the wonder (and…
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Jenn’s Story: Finding Friendship and Support in a New Home
When Jenn and her husband relocated to Texas, they knew they wanted more than just a new house—they wanted a community. Far from extended family, they began looking online for mom and family meetups, hoping to find a circle of support in this new chapter of life. “Honestly, I almost didn’t make it to the…