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Puberty is a major developmental transition in a child’s life, but when it happens earlier than expected, it can bring…
“Dedicated to all the parents who give unselfishly to ensure they do right by their children.” With just that one…
When our kids were young, I asked a good friend why she was so strict about chores. She replied, “Ultimately,…
Longer summers and shorter winters in North America mean more warm days throughout the year. These conditions are also creating…
In the past, finding a private sports coach often meant word-of-mouth referrals, expensive training facilities, and time-consuming scheduling. But as…
Young children spending more than 75 minutes on a tablet were more likely to show increased outbursts of anger and…
Summer is the perfect time for families in the DC area to pack up the car and head to the…
“I don’t know how you do it!” It was a simple statement. There was no ill will behind it, just…
As a former preschool teacher and new mom, I wanted to introduce my son to blocks as early as possible.…
It doesn’t matter what my husband is doing; our children are always watching him. My kids want to play the…
Being a parent means living with a mixture of emotions: joy, pride, anxiety, frustration and love like no other. Parents…
Could your daughter be a girl with undiagnosed ADHD? Girls with ADHD come in lots of different “flavors,” but few…
“Play” can sound frivolous or unimportant, but it is anything but that for a child! It’s through play that children…
You make sure your child wears a seatbelt in the car. You remind your child to put on a helmet…
I miss my grandparents. Their sage wisdom, unconditional love and endless hugs were always sources of comfort-something we could all…
Talking to your child about going to therapy can feel daunting. You might be rightly concerned that they could view…
