Children and Funerals
Giving kids choices for how to say goodbye.
Parenting
Your Tween's First Crush
A few tell-tales signs that your child might have started pursuing the opposite sex.
What to Do with an Hour or Two
Just for kicks and some sympathy I don't really deserve, I recently calculated the percentage of waking hours that I have spent with one or both of my sons since becoming a stay-at-home dad five years ago.
The Oppositional Child
When should you get concerned about a child's defiance?
Nosebleeds in Children
Nosebleeds during childhood are very common and usually not serious, occurring in about 30% of children under 5 years and 56% of children 6-10 year.
Taming Toddler Tantrums
What's the best way to calm a toddler tantrum? You may be surprised by this advice.
Local Moms Share Their Birthday Party Pet Peeves
Recently, we asked our readers about what bugs them at birthday parties. Here's what they said!
It bugs moms when...
Fire Safety Tips
October is Fire Prevention Month. Make a fire escape plan with your family and do a run-through so that everyone knows how to react.
Birthday Party Ideas: Pirate & Scavenger Hunt Fun
Is your son seeking a fun birthday party with his pals, or is your daughter wishing for a cool and exciting way to celebrate her big day with her friends? We have two easy party themes for you that are sure to be a hit and keep kids active and on the hunt.
Avoid Fright-Night Fears
Surprises and spooky images of Halloween may be fun for some kids, but what's your child's threshold for scary subject matter?
The Challenge of Challenge Teams
More children are specializing in sports as early as age 5, moving onto challenge and all-star teams that require increasing amounts of time and money. Critics say intense play may lead to injury and more.
Building A Child's Self-Esteem Takes A Balanced Approach
Self-esteem changes as children develop. Learn how to recognize healthy vs. low self-esteem, and how to help your child develop more.
Journey to Independence
A look at guiding your child with special needs to adulthood.
0 - 5: Tub Talk
Help kids splish and splash their way to learning new words.
Homesick Camper Blues
A little homesickness is good for kids! Find out why and what to do to help make camp vacations easier for all.
Why Kids Bite and How to Help Them Stop
Our child behavior expert weighs in on what to do with a child that bites, and what to do if your child gets biten.
Dangers of Stroller Overuse
Find out how easy it is to go stroller-free when your child turns three.
Middle-Child Syndrome
One of the biggest keys to understanding middle child syndrome is recognizing it isn't one size fits all. Some middle children may feel angry they didn't get enough attention at home and act out negatively, while others may put the lessons they've learned to good use by becoming an artist or performer ... or maybe even President.
Lights, Camera … Actions to Take Before Going to the Movies
Beyond the ratings. Not all movies are created with kids in mind, so find out how to determine what movies are appropriate for your family.
10 Tips to Prevent Child Abduction
Most missing child cases are the result of parental abductions or runaways. Learn 10 tips, from a private investigator, for keeping your child safe.
Parent Survival Kits
On the road, at the game or at a restaurant, we've got great ideas on how to help parents survive with three handy kits to to keep those kids entertained.
5 Tips for Parenting a Middle Child
Kevin Leman, author of "The New Birth Order Book," says parents should treat their children like life is going to treat them: differently. He advises parents help their middle child overcome some unique challenges by incorporating these few tips into their daily parenting.
Actions Teach Better Than Words
Learn how to discipline effectively by meaning what you say.
The Left-Handed Child
Tips, facts and trivia about lefties.
