Even if you don’t have a pool in your backyard, making sure your child can swim is vital. There are bodies of water everywhere on this planet — lakes and
Kids are flocking to theaters to see PG-13 movies, but it it against the law for a younger child to see a film rated PG-13?
Being a kid can be very rewarding when parents, teachers and caregivers use these fun printable reward charts! Download your free charts here.
For some, having college kids come home for the holidays is as joyous as seen one of those old holiday movies, with festive gatherings and delicious food.
Tired of giving high-tech gifts for every birthday or holiday? Don’t forget the lasting joy of giving gifts that last, like these classic books for kids.
How can you help your child or grandchild through bad dreams or night terrors? Here, parenting expert Elizabeth Pantley gives some ideas to help with kids’ nightmares.
Homework. Dance class. Basketball practice. Violin recitals. Book reports. When is enough too much? Here’s what to look for when it comes to extracurricular overload.
We grew up with books everywhere, with no competition from computers and smartphones. With so many options available to kids today, how can you help keep reading fun for your kids or grandkids? here are some ideas.
These free printable weekly planners/to-do lists will help you manage your time through the week – and especially Saturday and Sunday.
Are Slip ‘n Slides safe for adults? Actually, they’re not – and here’s why. (Who knew you could outgrow a sheet of wet plastic?!)
Being a mom or dad is often stressful, but there are a few things you can do to be a more chill parent – and both you and your kid will benefit.
Here’s a handy growth chart to help you understand what your healthcare provider is looking at when he or she tells you where your son or grandson is ‘on the charts.’
Drowning can occur in any liquid or body of water – a pool or a puddle, bathtub or bucket. But even after someone who nearly drowned is pulled from the water, they’re not necessarily safe.
When it comes to potty training, some kids have it easier than others – and so do their lucky parents and grandparents. But what can you do to make the process easier… and hopefully faster? A pediatrician has some suggestions.
How would you like some sleep tips for toddlers, preschoolers and up that will improve not only your child’s rest, but also her daytime mood?
It’s hard enough to get kids to listen. So how can parents cut through the electronic clutter so texts and emails to teens get through?
It’s so pretty and common, in fact, that many people don’t realize that the whole oleander plant can be dangerous.
Why do we spend hours, weeks, months researching the best schools and summer camps, but we never feel there is enough time to cook a healthy dinner and sit down to eat it?
Overly protective, a helicopter mom often has the best intentions, but their behavior can lead to unhealthy dependencies in both parents and children.
If you’ve recently had a child go off to college, you’re likely facing a whole new set of worries.
Here, find out about the four primary types of parenting, as well as their potential impact on kids.
Looking for a last-minute getaway with the kids before back to school? A spontaneous summer vacation can be fun for everyone — and a great investment in your family.
Best friends are rare, and they’re important… and they seem to be becoming a rare breed, indeed.
Some teens, who would normally take a summer job may not be able to find one. Here are some things your unemployed teen can do instead.
We have found more than 100 clever and helpful smartphone camera hacks to make your life a little easier!
How can you prepare your teen for the world’s sexual culture after high school? Start by being honest about what they are likely to see, giving good examples and bad.
If your last child is graduating this year, you probably see the empty nest looming with a mixture of dread and elation, with significant anxiety stuck in there, too.
If you want to give your kids an edge in life, one of the best things you can do is to teach them to perform under pressure.
How does your daughter or granddaughter grow? Find out! Get the official growth chart for girls ages 2-20 years with height- and weight-for-age percentiles.
Use of concentrated Tylenol can cause fatal overdoses. Find out the safe way to give acetaminophen to children.
