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Wanted: Coach Potatoes

Does your dutiful hubby (or you) coach one of the kids’ sports teams? Research reveals that the vast majority of…

Losing a Friend

The passing of a beloved family pet is especially stressful to young children experiencing their first significant loss, notes Dr….

The Complex World of ADHD

Melany Bartholow describes her son’s early childhood behavior as “painful.” When he was diagnosed with ADHD in the first grade,…

Procreation Vacations

After eight months of trying, we thought several days of indulgence and pampering might be just the prescription we needed to hasten the pitter-patter of little feet.

BPA Bottle Safety

Smart parents are abandoning plastic baby bottles and sippy cups (along with their own water bottles), based on recent report from the National Toxicology Program.

Monitoring Kids' TV Time

Parents are turning off the television in order to spend more time interacting with their children and building relationships, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Health Hazards of Easter Sweets

Online Exclusive: Can Easter sweets lead to sour behavior? Renowned research institution the Feingold Association says yes. How to keep artificial ingredients out of your kids’ Easter baskets.