Once the excitement of the beginning of a new school year starts to fade, the reality of homework, extracurricular activities, and the...

As with so many issues around modern parenting, whether or not your child is out of diapers and using the toilet by a certain age can be...

Starting school is one of the biggest events in a young child’s life. It can also be a confusing time for parents because there isn’t a...

If you have a toddler, you may have encountered the “no” phenomenon. Regardless of whether your child is being asked to eat something...

It’s bedtime and once again your young child is refusing to go to bed. You are at your wit’s end after a long day and ready for some...

Most parents would probably agree that one of the more harrowing experiences of parenting is dealing with a young child’s temper tantrum....

Being a parent is tough—juggling dinner prep while sending a work email, paying bills, doing the laundry, organizing carpools—and all you...

Much of today’s parenting advice often focuses on achievement—what your child learns and how quickly she does it—as a way to ensure a...

Many parents can relate to the experience of having a child come home from school in tears because she was not invited to the same party...

The importance of social and emotional development has taken on increased focus due to the social isolation many children (and adults)...

Kindness is one of the most powerful and positive tools for creating a more happy and healthy society. Being generous, thoughtful, and...

Universal pre-K, which is an integral part of President Biden’s policy proposals targeting families, is currently getting much coverage...

And just like that, the end of summer is upon us and with it the arrival of another school year. And, although parents were hoping for a...

Even under the best circumstances, day-to-day parenting comes with a certain amount of stress. Over the last year, many parents were also...

Help Your Child Feel Empowered Rather than Frightened When your child runs into your room in the night chased by bad dreams, he is...

Every parent wonders how to handle their children’s behavior when it needs to be managed, from the full-blown tantrum to just getting a...

Transitions can be tricky for toddlers and parents alike. Toddlers frequently race in the other direction when it’s time to leave the...

Sibling Rivalry is a common concern in many families. Parents often have ideals of their children being each other’s best friend and...

Shopping for a dress or a suit. Getting an updo or a haircut. Choosing a corsage or a boutonniere. Planning the logistics of the night....

'Because I said so'. 'Boys will be boys'. 'Be a good girl'. 'You’re just like your father'. 'That’s how I was raised, and I turned out...