From stocking up on popular children's books to inventing fun family activities, here are tried-and-true roadtrip ideas for keeping your kids too entertained to ask, “Are we there yet?”
When your child is on the field, you can bond with other parents. After-school activities are good for your child's social and physical development and can be equally good for parents' development.
Helping kids learn about relationships and sexuality takes time. These family ideas can help you start the conversation about sexuality, responsbility, and respect.
Grandparents may need a refresher course on keeping grandchildren safe and healthy. Discuss safety for the home, first aid, and other personal health and wellness issues.
For many parents, issues about their child's health may get missed because they are intimidated by the doctor. Here's how to manage doctor exams with confidence.
Getting your toddler to open her mouth comes in handy during doctor exams and when trying to prevent choking. Toddler games that make baby say "ahhh" can help.
Keep those babies safe now that they're on the move. This article contains tips for practicing safety for the home, avoiding lead dangers, and protecting babies from the sun while outdoors.
Some kids truly fear doctor exams. Infant babies don't like being undressed while being examined, and older kids have their fears too. Here's what you can do to help your child.
Gardening is a great family home activity that can teach kids about nature. Keep the experience educational and safe by protecting children from lead dangers found in the garden's soil.
One in three children who participates in organized sports has been injured. Protect your child from injury. For his or her health in school, learn how to take precautions to make sure your child stays safe.
Parents can play a role in child social development by responding calmly to a curious toddler learning about body parts and sexuality through self-exploration. Find teaching moments to promote a healthy view of sexuality in your child.
Parents may know best, but sometimes toddlers, babies, and infants just don't want to cooperate. If your child won't hold ice on their bumps, try administering your home first aid with a colorful, frozen sponge.
For new parents, issues about what foods are safe and which are harmful to children are highlighted when food allergies come into play. Here is one mother's story.
Even though your child is a toddler, it's not too soon to be concerned about kids' dental health. Start good brushing and flossing habits early for healthy teeth.
Newborn sleep is important to both the baby and the parents. One mom shares her humorous story of sneaking into her baby's room and trying not to get caught.