Let’s face it: Kids in close quarters like classrooms are going to spread all kinds of germs to one another, right? Probably, but when you encourage healthful habits, kids tend to miss less school because of illnesses they’ve passed on to one another. The top illnesses that keep kids home…
Face it. Although decorating for Christmas may be one of your favorite pastimes, there’s little enjoyable about undoing the fruits of your labor. And while your kids love to be in on the action when the decorating is being done, don’t expect the same enthusiasm on the flipside. If you…
It’s not their party, but they can cry if they want to. We’re talking the dreaded odd man out experience where your child isn’t invited to a party or gathering. It can happen to the best of us, but that doesn’t make it any easier. Being left out is never…
Going away with kids isn’t a vacation; it’s a trip. Okay, so maybe that’s a little extreme. But any parent will cop to the fact that taking kids to a destination usually requires more work than play. More often than not, there’s little time for rest and relaxation. When was…
Whether you have a child who’s entering a school environment for the first time or you have a seasoned preschooler or older child, the elementary school experience can be daunting for both child and parents. Here’s a grade-by-grade guide to what elementary school has in store for kids. Before school…
It’s a parent’s worst nightmare – a child becoming the prey of a sexual offender. Unfortunately, the sick individuals who stalk young children aren’t branded with a scarlet letter, and by the time some parents find out that a predator has infiltrated their surroundings, it’s too late. In the United…
More women than ever are the sole caregiver for their children, and that’s really OK. If you’re one of the many single moms out there, then you may worry about whether or not you’re giving your children everything they need – emotionally and in other ways. Experts say not to…
Do you have sweet dreams of your children going to sleep with no troubles? Well, consider it a dream come true when you follow these tried-and-true tips that will help shut-eye without the usual headaches associated with bedtime. Following this guide will definitely make the process a whole lot simpler….
If your child is around the age of 3, then you might contemplate whether or not it’s time to get him into preschool. There are a lot of variables that go into a child’s – and parent’s! – readiness for school. If you’re a stay-at-home mom who’s ready for a…
Saying one thing and doing another, melting down over seemingly nothing, refusing to use the bathroom — kids are contradictory little things sometimes. But before you throw your hands up and take your little one to a shrink, try to get to the bottom of those tumultuous thoughts. Maybe your…