December 2014

Pregnant and alone at Christmas

Pregnant and alone at Christmas

Left pregnant and alone, Lola Augustine Brown shares her story of a Christmas that brought her more hope than she imagined.

Lola Augustine Brown

Your first postpartum period: What to expect

Your first postpartum period: What to expect

After its months-long hiatus, your postpartum period might return with a vengeance—or a whisper—and stay that way for years. Here’s what’s going on.

Kate Rae

What to do when your child has earwax buildup

What to do when your child has earwax buildup

Too much earwax can lead to hearing problems—but there's a wrong way to remove it! Here's how to safely remove earwax.

Claire Gagne

Why you should just ignore comments about your pregnancy belly size

Why you should just ignore comments about your pregnancy belly size

Comments on your growing bump can lead to questions about what belly size and shape is normal or healthy.

Athena Tsavliris

Strategies to socialize your baby

Strategies to socialize your baby

Socializing your infant with others isn't just for fun, it's an important developmental tool.

Samantha Shepherd

How to enjoy the holidays while nursing a newborn

How to enjoy the holidays while nursing a newborn

Breastfeeding during this busy time of year can be tricky, especially for new moms. Follow these tips to enjoy the holiday season while nursing a newborn

Alex Mlynek

How to build a backyard rink

How to build a backyard rink

Now that the cold weather is upon us, here's how your family can build your very own backyard rink in four easy steps.

Laura Grande

Giving my kids some Christmas magic

Giving my kids some Christmas magic

This mom works hard to make the holidays special for her kids—and they do the same for her.

Athena Tsavliris

Celebrating a new kind of Hanukkah

Celebrating a new kind of Hanukkah

Mireille Silcoff wants to throw her toddler a Hanukkah party, but there's one problem: she can't find any Jews to invite!

Mireille Silcoff

Christmas shopping procrastination disaster

Christmas shopping procrastination disaster

A new Dad learns that you should never try to do all your holiday shopping on December 24 (especially with a stroller in tow!)

Christopher Shulgan

The debate: Should kids miss school for a family vacation?

The debate: Should kids miss school for a family vacation?

Two parents debate whether it's appropriate to pull your kids out of school for a family vacation. What's your take?

Mike Usinger

Keeping the holiday spirit alive after a loss

Keeping the holiday spirit alive after a loss

Celebrating the holidays after the death of a loved one can be tough. Andrew Pyper talks about filling his family's Father Christmas' shoes.

Andrew Pyper

How to handle mean girls in the schoolyard

How to handle mean girls in the schoolyard

How to deal if your child is the target—or a mean girl herself.

Erin Phelan

The year's coolest video games for kids

The year's coolest video games for kids

From Skylanders Trap Team to Little Big Planet 3, we've rounded up the coolest new video games for kids.

Emma Waverman

Holiday gift guide 2014: 14 gift ideas for kids

Holiday gift guide 2014: 14 gift ideas for kids

Find inspiration in our list of gift ideas for kids ranging from every sort of interest.

Erin Finlayson

How to make a simple gravy

How to make a simple gravy

With the holidays right around the corner, this simple gravy recipe will help you in a pinch.

Today's Parent

Holiday gift guide 2014: 10 gifts for pets

Holiday gift guide 2014: 10 gifts for pets

A wild roundup of treats for your family's furriest members.

Erin Finlayson

Holiday gift guide 2014: 14 gifts for the party host

Holiday gift guide 2014: 14 gifts for the party host

Gifts for the party host are important. Not everyone has time during the holiday to entertain, so treat them to one of our fun party-inspired picks.

Erin Finlayson

The more you know: The ethics of prenatal testing

The more you know: The ethics of prenatal testing

As medical science advances, we can learn more information about an unborn baby's genetic blueprint. But some experts say "not so fast."

Denise Balkissoon

Holiday gift guide 2014: 10 gifts for dad

Holiday gift guide 2014: 10 gifts for dad

Celebrate the great fathers in your life with these festive presents.

Erin Finlayson

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