If ever there is a time where volunteers are needed, it's around the holidays--especially if you have young kids. This week alone, I've volunteered as a helpful elf at ... Read More

Having kids over to spend the night seems like a normal rite of childchood. But, ensuring the experience is positive and memorable takes some planning on the part of ... Read More

Thanksgiving has come and gone, and now the countdown to Christmas has started. The holidays are a time for joy and celebration--not stress and obligations. The following holiday ... Read More

Children today are generally less respectful and demonstrate less good manners than children of previous generations. Teaching a child manners is important so that kids learn respect and tolerance ... Read More

I was aghast when my child double-dipped his veggies into a common plate of dressing. I shouldn't have been; after all, I let him do it all the time ... Read More

I've been hearing more and more about doulas and how they provide an invaluable service to a growing number of moms-to-be and new moms. So, what exactly is a ... Read More

Are you and your family members becoming like strangers, meeting each other coming and going in haste of going from one activity to another? Reclaim your family time by ... Read More

Holidays typically mean a time of gift exchange, and kids are the largest recipient of yuletime generosity. How should young kids thank gift-givers and when is the right time ... Read More

Ask anyone who has one or cares for one: toddlers are typically an endless ball of energy, a perpetual thrill seeker, and an accident waiting to happen. An ... Read More

A Family Initiatiative Action Alert was sent out today by Legal Momentum on news that the House of Representatives is expected to vote today on budget reconciliation proposals that would ... Read More

Is your kid a slob at the table? Do your adorable youngsters know what to do when introduced to someone or to open the door at appropriate times? ... Read More

Holiday stress can already be building with some families, as parents scramble for discount airline tickets, planning parties, and finding that sought-after big toy of the year. But experts ... Read More

The good news is that you've just landed that coveted job and you're expected to begin work in two weeks. The bad news is that it is in another ... Read More

A friend of mine is teetering on the beginnings of anxiety separation with her adorable soon-to-be 1-year-old. She lamented that as much as she loves her daughter, she finds ... Read More