Parenting

What rep sports are really doing to kids

What rep sports are really doing to kids

In the drive to produce the next pro athlete, kids are being funnelled into competitive sports, which leads to big bills and even bigger expectations.

Courtney Shea

Is your child at risk for overuse injuries from sports?

Is your child at risk for overuse injuries from sports?

Repeating the same movements—as your child might do if they play a position in a specialized sport—can lead to injuries. Here's what you need to know.

Courtney Shea

How to handle the pressure on kids in sports

How to handle the pressure on kids in sports

Win or lose, your post-game parenting can help shape how your child copes with the competition. Try these tips to relieve the pressure.

Courtney Shea

5 things I failed to do as a new mom

5 things I failed to do as a new mom

Is there anything you, um, forgot to do in your first few months as a new mom?

Ariel Brewster

The terrifying uncertainty of having a child with an illness that changes every day

The terrifying uncertainty of having a child with an illness that changes every day

At first, my son had an unknown illness. Then, when he finally got a diagnosis, we learned we would be dealing with the unknown for the rest of his life.

Amy Neyer

5 tantrum triggers for preschoolers and how to deal with them

Toddler behaviour

5 tantrum triggers for preschoolers and how to deal with them

Your kid is like a tiny caveman: If you’ve ruled out hunger, tiredness and bathroom needs, here are common reasons your little one may be having a tantrum

Courtney Shea

7 things kindergarten teachers want you to know

7 things kindergarten teachers want you to know

A few kindergarten teachers revealed what you can do now to get your preschooler prepared for the classroom experience.

Lisa van de Geyn

10 ways your toddler can help in the kitchen

Toddler development

10 ways your toddler can help in the kitchen

Chances are it’s going to get messy, but having your toddler help cook can teach them valuable skills and keep them preoccupied while you make dinner.

Cara Rosenbloom

Why do kids cry so much? The science behind sobbing

Toddler behaviour

Why do kids cry so much? The science behind sobbing

For parents whose hearts break a little every time the sad tears start flowing, it can be helpful to understand how tears work.

Courtney Shea

I loved toy guns as a kid, so why am I struggling to let my son play with them?

I loved toy guns as a kid, so why am I struggling to let my son play with them?

Toy guns themselves aren't the problem, but it's hard to see my son play with guns when we're surrounded by gun violence. I asked experts if I should worry.

Micah Toub

7 Cool Potty Training Products Totally Worth Trying

7 Cool Potty Training Products Totally Worth Trying

We found the best potty training products to make this messy task easier and more fun for you and your little one.

Claire Sibonney

24 Baby Names That Mean Miracle

24 Baby Names That Mean Miracle

Babies are little blessings in our world. For your little one, pick from one of these 20 baby boy and girl names that mean miracle.

Montana Murle

Can screens really cause headaches in kids?

Can screens really cause headaches in kids?

Screen use has been linked to head and neck pain. Here’s how to determine if screens are the problem and ensure safer viewing.

Dr. Dina Kulik

8 tips for practicing fire safety with your kids

8 tips for practicing fire safety with your kids

Here’s what you need to know to help keep your family safe from a fire.

Bonnie Schiedel

7 Amazing Reasons To Take Your Baby To Music Classes

Baby development

7 Amazing Reasons To Take Your Baby To Music Classes

Besides an early appreciation of music, here are some of the rich cognitive, developmental and emotional benefits of baby music classes.

Sergio Arangio

What I learned when I went off to work and my husband stayed home

What I learned when I went off to work and my husband stayed home

When I took a new job, my husband stepped up as homemaker. It was hard on both of us, but we grew to better understand each other's roles.

Carissa Halton

6 worst mistakes parents make when trying 3-day potty training

6 worst mistakes parents make when trying 3-day potty training

When should you start potty training? Should you do night training at the same time? Here are some common do's and don'ts.

Karen Robock

11 tips for creating an awesome treasure hunt

11 tips for creating an awesome treasure hunt

Not a Pinterest parent? No problem. Follow these simple steps and make your party a hit!

Susan Goldberg

7 free summer activities

7 free summer activities

Keep your kid happy and occupied without spending a dollar with these seven fun, and free, activities!

Bonnie Schiedel

I taught my kid every swear word I know

I taught my kid every swear word I know

By the age of nine, my son had amassed a decent arsenal of swear words—some learned at home, others at school. But I decided to take it up a $*%$^ notch.

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