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Spring break is right around the corner and for many families, that means more time spent around the water.

Nearly half of American kids may not get enough sleep, and parents often underestimate sleep needs. Experts share tips to ...

Playtime is not only a source of fun for children — it's essential to their development and mental health. Over the past 30 years, researchers have seen a decline in children’s unstructured outdoor ...

Trying to conceive and looking for tried-and-tested tips? Who better to share what worked for them than mums and dads ...

Coaches advise parents to let their athletes experience and grow from adversity and failure. Parents can help by supporting their child and the coaching staff without micromanaging or negotiating ...

Allie Jones, a child-life specialist at Northwestern Medicine, shared advice for parents whose children want to know why they can't go to school right now. "Recognize that honesty is very important," ...

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - College move-in days are in full swing, signifying an exciting time for young adults heading off to school, but a few parents may struggle to see their child leave the nest.

Young children who were read five books a day by their parents entered kindergarten hearing over 1 million words more than their peers.

Contrary to popular opinion, a lot of scientific research shows watching television might be good for children. And with the technological options available, parents have more control than ever over ...

Parents interested in getting their middle-school-aged children excited about reading should follow these tips by Sylvia Barsotti of www.Scholastic.com: • Let your teen choose what to read. While you ...