Because of the complexities of the diagnosis, autism families are often left feeling overwhelmed and isolated. By the same token,…
Loyal customers will tell you that there’s nothing you can’t find at Costco, BJ’s Wholesale Club, or Sam’s Club. From…
If you’ve ever felt like you and your partner live in different worlds when it comes to finances, you’re not…
It’s no surprise that the U.S. has a high number of single parent families with children, as divorce, single-person adoption,…
A new, first-of-its-kind study shows that 80 percent of adolescents around the globe aren’t getting enough physical activity—and the problem…
Today’s kids are inundated with screens. Wherever they turn there are computers, phones or tablets. Reducing screen time is the…
Not knowing where your next meal is coming from is a major source of anxiety for children growing up in…
As parents in today’s digital age, the privacy of our children online is a constant worry. Government officials are taking…
The social platform Reddit offers a unique type of account that gives users more anonymity: temporary “throwaway” accounts, which users…
If it seems like it takes nearly forever to get out of the house with your kids, you actually might…
Sometimes someone sees the need for something and finds a way to fill that need. Sometimes that someone is just…
For years the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has recommended that kids up to 4 feet 9 inches tall ride…
With each new year come new predictions for the top trends expected in the next 12 months. Many parents wouldn’t…
To the delight of many parents, scientists are proposing a ban on glitter. This sparkly substance might bring joy to…
Parents now have another important reason to keep kids away from second-hand smoke. A new study in the Journal of…
Updated January 15, 2019. Over twice as many children have suffered flu-related deaths this season compared to this point in…
In an eerie tale of technology gone wrong, a Mississippi family fell victim to their video monitors being hacked. Using…
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that kids ages 6 through 17 get one hour of vigorous exercise…
If you’re fed up with negotiating with your child to try “just one bite” of a new healthy food, a…
With iPads and smartphones becoming the new toys of choice for even the youngest children, there’s growing focus on keeping…
Holiday traditions are fantastic for family bonding and making great memories, but sometimes they seem so complicated — how do…
This advice from an expert about what parents should take credit for on Christmas is as true today as it…
Parents with children in the special education system often struggle to balance work with the many appointments and school meetings…
Recent studies show that screen use during the toddler years has exploded well beyond what is recommended for this age…
Schools all over the country are placing new emphasis on children being able to read by third grade, with some…
A promising new study found that omega-3 fish oil may work just as well as ADHD medications in some children…
This week TIME Magazine named 16-year-old Greta Thunberg the Person of the Year for 2019. Thunberg, a young activist from…
At last count, the Washington State Department of Corrections housed over 8,000 inmates with children under the age of 18.…
Umbilical cord “milking,” or the process of squeezing the last of the blood from the umbilical cord into the baby’s…
In the past, children under age 5 have been one of the most undercounted populations in the U.S. Census, which…
When a principal in Iowa saw the number of students spending their lunch hours with their faces in their phones,…
It’s long been said that parents have the hardest job in the world. They put in long hours, get little…
The United States Postal System is giving everyone a chance to be Santa this year — and giving underprivileged kids a…
A study confirms what many parents have noticed: Today’s kids are more stressed out than ever, with the majority of…
To date, thousands of migrant children are still in U.S. detention centers. Two students in the San Francisco Bay area…
New parents often fret over their newborn’s frequent hiccups. As parents of a new baby, it’s natural to get nervous…
Research has long shown that eating meals together as a family is linked to higher grades, resilience, and self-esteem in…
November is Prematurity Awareness Month, and parents of premature babies have more support than ever. According to the Centers For…
In an attempt to reduce hot car deaths, Italy passed a law this month requiring all vehicles to have car…
Parents don’t need a study to tell them how much their kids love devices. Everywhere you look, kids are exchanging…
There’s finally a social media craze most parents can stand behind. Teens are making quick videos of historical events and…
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 1 in 59 kids has an autism spectrum disorder…
Watching to see where their parents look, or “following their eye gaze,” is one way babies begin to learn about…
In a world where the number of things distracting us from sleep is growing, the amount of sleep our children…
A creative ten year-old in the United Kingdom was told one too many times to stop doodling in class, so…
Since elevated levels of lead were found in the water supply in Flint, Mich. nearly four years ago, the community…
As cannabis and CBD products become more and more mainstream for recreational use and medical purposes, like treating morning sickness,…
If you’ve ever rocked a crying baby at 3 A.M. or crawled slowly out of your toddler’s bedroom only to…
For parents whose children turn 5 near the beginning of the school year, the struggle over when to start them…
If you’re the parent of an only child, a new study shows you might not have to worry about your…
The title of this article alone is tragic. How can suicide be one of the leading causes of death for…
A new trend in feeding infants breast milk, while well-intentioned, may actually be putting the babies at risk. Some new…
New slang terms are notoriously hard to keep up with, but there’s one phrase that millennials and Generation Z kids…
There might be good news for parents out there trying to get slightly rebellious children through elementary and middle school.…
Even though limiting screen time is a common pain point for parents, many kids can’t easily access the internet at…
If you’re an autism parent, you may have noticed an unexpected clarity to your child’s behavior when they are sick.…
No one can argue with the fact that bringing a new baby into your home is a life-changing event. Most…
There’s no shortage of things to worry about once you have kids. From sleep habits to nutrition requirements, the early…
If new parents ever feel like their baby is controlling their lives, research now shows they could be right—at least…
In this day and age, it’s hard to shield ourselves from all of the news circulating out in the world.…
Educating the whole child is a philosophy we see more and more in education. California’s first Surgeon General took this…
As parents, we all know how sensitive our kids are to a change in their routine. Daylight Saving Time (DST),…
A new study confirms what most of us parents already know: We’re tired. Not only are we getting up earlier…
This week is the National Week of Action to End School Pushout. Unlike the term “dropout,” which is generally due…
Congenital Heart Defects (CHD) are the most common form of birth defect in infants. In a recent study, researchers found…
There are collective cheers going up all over the world from parents and educators of girls. The all-female space walk,…
Gifted and Talented Programs have become an institution of our educational system. Where there’s a school system with a select…
The weather is turning colder and the coughs and sniffles of a new school year have begun. With that comes…
Remember the famous Marshmallow Test? In it, psychologist Walter Mischel attempted to predict future success by giving children between the…
Sesame Street has done an excellent job of tackling tough subjects over the years. From creating their first homeless character…
Affordable and quality child care should be available to all families. Unfortunately, child care options vary widely across the country,…
Spend five minutes outside any ice cream or candy store and you’re bound to see a parent or two lamenting…
Expectant working mothers have a lot on their minds, from maternity leave to child care. If they’re planning to breastfeed…
Sleep issues are common among infants, and by extension, many new parents don’t get nearly enough sleep either. According to…
There’s no shortage of data that tells us reading with our children during their younger years is important. From studies…
Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) has been a well-known health issue for children for a number of years. Methods of diagnosis…
As parents, we teach our children to love themselves. We don’t want them to compare themselves to unrealistic images they…
The mental health of our children is a hot button topic in the news and on social media. As parents,…
When you have a child in the hospital, even a short stay can feel like an eternity. Add the cost,…
There are a few (million) kids who will be happy to read the findings of a recent study on screen…
Contrary to what teenagers might think, there could be something parents can do right. A new study published in Developmental…
Schools in disadvantaged areas may be a lot higher quality than they’ve been given credit for. Despite public perception that…
If today’s families are having kitchen table debates over tofu and kale, the kids of the future may find a…
Remember a few years back when everyone was up in arms about BPA in baby bottles and sippy cups? The…
In an effort to show the public just how much synthetic dye families are consuming each day, KIND Healthy Snacks…