Tara Lynn Coverage

Enjoying the sweet spot of parenting

We recently entered what I would call the sweet spot of parenting. I'm not sure how long it will last, but I'm here to enjoy it now.

Tara Lynn, WRAL contributor

Indoor play space Alara and Zane closing this weekend

After nearly four years in business, the indoor play space and children's boutique Alara and Zane will be closing this weekend.

Tara Lynn, WRAL contributor

Tara Lynn: "No Thank You" November

As I limped my way to Halloween after doing "all things fall," I've spent the month of November saying "No Thank You" to commitments and plans.

Tara Lynn

Keeping kids visible and pets from escaping on Halloween

The witching hour doesn't have to be scary. Tara Lynn shares simple tips for easing anxiety in dogs and keeping kids visible on Halloween night.

Tara Lynn, WRAL contributor

Tara Lynn: There's a new dog in our house

Tara Lynn shares her journey of grief after the loss of her dog of 15 years.

Tara Lynn

Tips to build your budget while investing in the future

Tara Lynn talks with a financial coach to find out why we fail at budgeting and how to do it differently to live the life you dream of having. In part three of the series we talk about how we know when we have reached our definition of financial independence

Tara Lynn, WRAL Contributor

Live the life you want: Tips from a financial coach

Tara Lynn talks with a financial coach to find out why we fail at budgeting and how to do it differently to live the life you dream of having. Define what financial independence means to you and then categorize your spending.

Tara Lynn, WRAL contributor

Tara Lynn: How a dog stroller gave me and my dog new life

My senior dog is turning 15 years old. I recently bought a special dog stroller so he could enjoy family walks again. I didn't realize how much joy it would bring us both.

Tara Lynn, WRAL contributor

Take the Kids: Magic Tree House Space Mission

Tara Lynn takes her kids to the Morehead Planetarium to see the Magic Tree House Space Mission show, based on the popular children's book series, The Magic Tree House.

Tara Lynn, WRAL contributor

Tara Lynn's parenting goals for 2023

This time last year, I set three main goals for myself as a parent. I'm checking in on how well I did at keeping those parenting resolutions and making setting new goals for 2023.

Tara Lynn, WRAL contributor

Take the Kids: Polar Express ride along the Great Smoky Mountains Railway

Tara Lynn and her family recently enjoyed a special Polar Express train ride in the mountains of North Carolina. Check out her experience and find out how early you need to buy tickets.

Tara Lynn. WRAL contributor

Celebrate the season with these family-friendly events (Dec. 16-18)

From gingerbread showdowns and art tours to Disney on Ice and Menorah Lighting celebrations celebrate the season with your children this weekend.

Tara Lynn, WRAL contributor

Take the kids: OC Aerial in Durham

Family's love of rope courses inspires them to open OC Aerial, an indoor ninja course and adventure park in Durham.

Tara Lynn, WRAL contributor

Handle the Horrible: Raleigh mom, entrepreneur releases second book on navigating change

Local dance studio owner and author releases her second book.

Tara Lynn, WRAL Contributor

Tara Lynn talks with Raleigh author about her new book

Tara Lynn talks with Chasta Hamilton about what inspired her new book Handle the Horrible and her encouraging words for women.

Tara Lynn: Motherhood and the ocean

Motherhood is introducing your child to new experiences. Toes in the sand. Seashells and watching a crab scurry along the sand back to his hiding place.

Tara Lynn, WRAL contributor

Track out camp fair, plus a chance to win a free week

Year-round schools have now been in session for more than a month with two track outs already. Many parents are still looking for fun and educational options for their children when it's time to track out again.

Tara Lynn, WRAL contributor

Tara Lynn: Slowing down for ice cream

Nothing melts faster than ice cream on a summer day in North Carolina than a mom's heart at the sound of pure and innocent joy from her children.

Tara Lynn, WRAL contributor

Tara Lynn: 3 takeaways from the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Conference

I had the chance to attend the Raleigh Chamber's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Conference earlier this week. It was energizing to be in a room with hundreds of people sharing their stories, life lessons, and knowledge on how we can be a better society.

Tara Lynn, WRAL contributor

Take the Kids: Millstone Creek Orchards Story Time

Just an hour outside of Raleigh sits a quiet slice of idyllic farm living and fresh fruit pickin'. There's something to enjoy nearly year-round at Millstone Creek Orchards.

Tara Lynn, WRAL contributor

Tara Lynn: Love lessons from my pre-schooler

How many of us hold back sharing how we truly feel about the people we love and care about?

Tara Lynn, WRAL contributor

Tara Lynn: Happy birthday, Baxter!

My boy is 14 years old as of June 17th. Fourteen! All but the first three months of his life, he has been by our side.

Tara Lynn, WRAL contributor

Youth sports: Is it time to rev up or reconsider?

Tara Lynn talks with Chasta Hamilton, who has been making waves for several years through her dance studio by not participating in competitions.

Tara Lynn, WRAL contributor

Tara Lynn: The best gift my mother ever gave me

I've asked my parents often how they decided to parent me and what that was like when I was growing up. My mom always has the same answer: she allowed other people to love me.

Tara Lynn, WRAL contributor

Tara Lynn: Making room for more 'yeses'

How can you leave more room for "yes" in your life?​

Tara Lynn, WRAL contributor