All-American cookout and campout how-to
Everyone loves the quintessential summer cookout and campout. Transform the backyard into a summer night's getaway complete with fun nighttime activities and tasty treats!
View ArticleBaby names from So You Think You Can Dance
If you’re looking for a baby name with jazzy, show-stopping appeal, look no further than the names of contestants on So You Think You Can Dance. Ten seasons have brought hundreds of incredible dancers...
View ArticleMotherhood through Google Glass
As the current generation of parents is increasingly addicted to technology, our children often suffer from our lack of engagement in life. Can Google Glass get technology “out of the way” as it claims...
View ArticleShould parents clean up after their kids in restaurants?
Two military moms got booted out of a cafe because their kids were messy. And to make matters worse, the owner of the cafe took a photo of the mess and posted it on her professional Facebook page....
View ArticleWhen your child points at someone "different"
Kids say the darndest things at the worst moments, often to the embarrassment of their parents. So it comes as no shock when a child stares and points at someone who looks different — after all, it’s...
View ArticleYour child’s first time riding the bus
Don’t get nervous about your child’s first time riding the bus. Try these tips to overcome your nerves and teach your child how to stay safe while taking the bus to school.
View ArticleSoleil Moon Frye talks Punky, motherhood and back-to-school fashions
Soleil Moon Frye is all grown up and raising her own two little Punky Brewsters! The actress and mom chatted with us about growing up in the public eye, as well as her favorite back-to-school fashions...
View ArticleBaby names inspired by tasty cocktails
Looking for tasty baby names? Try these cheeky names inspired by classic and modern cocktails. Fun and a little flirty, these baby names are sure to make a statement.
View ArticleSigns your child is (or isn't) ready for preschool
As your child approaches school age, look for signs of preschool readiness. We talked to a child development specialist to help you find out if your little one is ready for school.
View ArticleWhen your baby goes to kindergarten
As summer draws to a close, you are preparing to send your youngest — or only — child to school for the first time. The wide range of emotions you are experiencing is normal, but there are ways to...
View ArticleNervous about school or true separation anxiety?
Children may become nervous about school at any age. How do you tell if your child is having first-day-of-school butterflies or serious anxiety? We talked to experts to learn how to identify signs of...
View Article5 Myths about labor debunked
Chances are you've heard these five myths about labor and birth, but we're here to debunk them. Get ready for the truth about labor!
View ArticleMommy tweets: Fergie’s baby name, Tameka Foster, Minnie Driver
What were on the minds and Twitter feeds of celebrity moms this week? Usher’s ex-wife, Tameka Foster, tweeted updates after their son was hospitalized after almost drowning in a pool. Minnie Driver...
View Article5 Helpful resources for military kids
Being part of the military lifestyle is challenging at times for families. For military children moving frequently, leaving friends behind, and having to start anew at a different school can be quite a...
View ArticleCapturing priceless first-day-of-school moments
The first day of school must be one of the most photographed moments in your child's lifetime... and these ideas prove it! While we're sure you already have your camera or smartphone charged and ready...
View ArticleSnazzy hipster baby names
Cool, edgy and super classic, these hipster baby names will set your baby apart from the crowd.
View ArticleJudge orders baby's name changed from Messiah
A mom and dad hoping to get their baby’s last name settled in a court of law instead found his first name changed from Messiah to Martin. Were the parents wrong for choosing that particular name, or is...
View ArticleBack-to-school apple crafts
Welcome fall with some back-to-school apple crafts that are just as sweet as they are easy for kids to make! From candy holder apple crafts to apple crafts for kids that double as a goodie bag, check...
View ArticleAre co-ed slumber parties a good idea?
Your daughter has been invited to a co-ed sleepover at a good friend's house. You trust the parents, but can you trust the kids? Family experts and real moms offer their advice.
View ArticleTransitioning from public school to homeschool
As concerns over public education increase, more and more parents are pulling their children out of the public school system to homeschool. The number of families who are choosing to home educate is...
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