10 strategies to help a child maintain a healthy weight
How to help an overweight child, or prevent a weight problem in the first place.
Madeline Levine on early learning
Using flash cards at age 1. Teaching kids to read at 3. Pushing students to get ahead of the curve in early elementary. Does any of this even help our kids academically?
Been caught sexting
Her teenage son is a great kid. He also sends racy text messages. Is this just a sign of the times, or is he a virtual philanderer? One mom shares her strategy for dealing with sexting.
How stress affects your child
Research suggests that children are affected by stress in surprising ways.
Understanding girls with ADHD: symptoms and strategies
Girls with ADHD often suffer in silence — and remain undiagnosed. When their symptoms finally surface, they can be dangerous. Learn what to watch for in your daughter — and how to help her.
Sexual behavior: what teens learn from media
If you don't talk to your kids about your own values and expectations about sex, the main input they'll get is from the media. Here are some guidelines to help you.
Detecting learning problems in your child
Six areas parents should focus on when assessing their kids.
Did you do drugs, Mommy?
When your kids ask about your own drug and alcohol history, what should you tell them?
House rules on drugs and alcohol
When do parents start talking about it, and what are their rules? Are drunk pickups, no questions asked, a good idea? See how these parents handle tough scenarios.
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