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When to Speak Up, When to Shut Up

When it comes to offering advice, critique or concern to another parent regarding their child, know when it’s appropriate to butt in and when you should zip it!

Awkwardness Aside: Asking Other Parents the Tough Questions

The sleepover is a childhood rite of passage. But what if the other family’s value differ from yours? Here’s how to tackle the tough questions to make sure all parties are on the same page … and a great time is had by all!

Free-Range Parenting: 5 Tips for Doing it Right

It can be hard to explore free-range parenting in a helicopter world. Here are five expert suggestions that can help.

Expert Analysis: National Child Abuse Prevention Month

April is National Child Abuse Prevention month. We spoke with an expert on the topic to bring you the latest information you need to know to help put an end to it once and for all.

The Argument for Kid Entrepreneurship

What’s a parent to do when their child has a passion they just happen to use to make money? Well, watch in awe, of course. And then support them all the way!

Good Grief: Coping With the Loss of a Pet

The loss of a pet can often be a child’s first experience with death. Here’s how to address the situation compassionately and honestly.

Help! I Don't Like My Child!

If it feels like you’re not (ahem!) appreciating your child’s presence as much as you once did, relax. It’s normal, and he’s how to be okay with it.

A Cellphone for Christmas?

If you’re considering getting your child a cellphone for Christmas, take this expert advice to heart first.

Parenting Trends to Watch for in 2015

Just when you think you’ve heard it all, new parenting trends emerge to trump the previous year’s OMG moments. Here’s what to look for in 2015.

Tackling the Tough Topics

Tired of being the bad guy when your parenting decisions don’t align with what other parents allow? Listen up! We’ve got you covered!

Giving Constructive Criticism to Kids

It’s tough enough to give feedback to adults. Here’s how to give constructive criticism to your kids without bruising any egos.

6 Old-School Parenting Practices Worth Reviving

Ever feel lonesome for the “good ol’ days”? You’re not alone. Find out why these six old-school parenting practices should make a comeback.

Help! I Can't Stand My Child's Teacher!

Don’t have the warm fuzzies about your child’s teacher this year? Don’t worry. We can help.

Do You Need a Parenting Pre-Nup?

Could parenting pre-nups be the newest parenting trend?

The Evolution of the Stay-at-Home Mom

Lynne Burnham and Dr. Adrianne Frech explain how the stay-at-home mom has evolved from the 1960s version.