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Hidden Benefits of Summer Camp for Both Kids and Parents
For some families, camp is a necessity. For others, it's for fun. But either way, there are many benefits of a summer at camp.| Parents
For some families, camp is a necessity. For others, it's for fun. But either way, there are many benefits of a summer at camp.| Parents
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If you hate glitter and slime with a passion, we've can help. Experts share benefits of messy play and how to keep your sanity.| Parents
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Attention, merry makers: Get creative with these handmade gift ideas that are fun (and inexpensive!) for kids to craft and give.| Parents
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If you're looking for art ideas for your kids, look no further! Encourage creativity and artistic expression with these fun, easy art activities for kids, including watercolor paintings, craft stick projects, simple stamped art, and more.| Parents
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If you've hit your child and regret it, discover expert advice to repair and reshape your relationship with understanding and positive steps.| Parents
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While mental health emergencies may seem rare, they are more common than many believe. Here, one mother shares how she handled her son's suicide attempt.| Parents
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The key to smart discipline is simple: Teach your child how to control her own behavior so you don't have to.| Parents
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Wondering what to expect during your pregnancy? Check out this guide to pregnancy symptoms week by week from conception to 42 weeks.| Parents
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The shocking video made national headlines, but the principal won't face criminal charges. Here's what to know about the story, corporal punishment in the U.S., and what caregivers can do.| Parents
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You've got a baby on the way, and now's the time to find a doctor you can trust. Here's our guide to choosing the right pediatrician for your family, including what questions to ask.| Parents
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Discover strategies to address your child’s hitting behavior with empathy and consistency for a smoother daycare experience.| Parents
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Dysfunctional families are a source of conflict and tension, but there are ways to repair the damage. Here's what experts say about the signs of dysfunctional families parents should look for.| Parents
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Sometimes those points of connection happen naturally when you are acting as their Uber driver from activity to activity.| Parents
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Being the most playful parent in your family isn't all fun and games. Here are the signs you're the "fun parent," and some potential downsides of this family dynamic.| Parents
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Discover tips & advice on better parenting, relationships, adoption, pets, money, work, family dynamics & more from the editors of Parents magazine.| Parents
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A TikTok creator shares a theory on why kids fight bedtime. We talked to experts for tips on making bedtime less brutal. Here's how to turn bedtime from a hostile takeover to a treasured part of your routine. Really—there's help ahead for bedtime weary parents!| Parents
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What do kids like? The answer varies for everyone, but these 30 gestures will go a long way in making your child smile.| Parents
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I decided that it was time to put down my phone and pay attention to my kids. Here's how I did it.| Parents
Basic sleep tips and tricks to help you and your toddler get a better night's sleep. Plus common toddler sleep issues and how to deal with them. Learn why sleep is so essential to good health, the benefits of daily napping, and more. Happy dreams.| Parents
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The "terrible twos" is a normal phase of child development around 18 months in which children struggle to gain independence, often leading to defiance and tantrums.| Parents
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Break the winter monotony with a thrilling family getaway to Camelback Mountain. Enjoy skiing, indoor waterparks, and unforgettable memories together.| Parents
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An age-by-age guide to setting limits for babies and toddlers.| Parents
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Play is serious business—but kids today have less unstructured time for it than ever before. No matter the age or stage, here’s how caregivers can encourage their children to have fun—and get in on the action, too.| Parents
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Prepare your child for school success with these fun math activities to do at home.| Parents
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Teach science outside of the classroom with these seven fun games for kids. They'll improve observational skills while demonstrating key scientific principles.| Parents
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The 17 best science kits for kids, researched and reviewed, to learn STEM in a fun, age-appropriate, and engaging way. These science kits are so fun that your kids won’t even know they’re learning chemistry, physics, robotics, astronomy, and more.| Parents
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Treat your baby's thrush with these soothing home remedies using ingredients from your pantry.| Parents
Get information on back to school for kids, kindergarten, tests and exams, homework, homeschooling, and college from the editors of Parents magazine.| Parents
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The term silver tooth kid refers to kids that get silver caps placed on their decaying baby teeth. However, it can also allude to a meme that describes a 'bad' kid.| Parents
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Many babies have a bottle or nursing session before bedtime. Here’s when and how to wean them off the nightly bedtime feeding session, according to experts.| Parents
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A new study looks at the effectiveness of silver diamine fluoride for kids' cavity treatment and prevention. Here's what parents need to know.| Parents
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Which foods should you avoid, and how long can a pregnant person go without eating? Get answers to all your questions about prenatal nutrition.| Parents
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After months of testing with our own kiddos and consulting with dental experts, we found the best electric toothbrushes for kids to keep our little ones’ smiles gleaming, including rechargeable and battery-operated toothbrushes by Sonicare, Colgate, Oral-B, and more.| Parents
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Some consider these toothbrushes a good "hack" to get your kids to brush, but our experts disagree.| Parents
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Discover the types of house rules for kids that all families can benefit from, and learn why these rules are good for kids' growth and development.| Parents
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Do late bedtimes negatively affect your kids' health? We spoke with sleep experts to find out.| Parents
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While you may not relish playing the role of enforcer, children benefit from consistent discipline tactics. Read our pointers on how to stay firm, and check out our age-by-age discipline chart.| Parents
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Solo play is important for your child’s development. Learn how to support their exploration with these age-by-age tips for independent play for babies and toddlers.| Parents
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What this means for the maternal health of Black moms and what can be done about it.| Parents
Parents empowers today's families with trustworthy information from experts, empathetic advice, and a supportive community.| Parents
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Autism rates are reportedly on the rise; we turned to experts to find out the real reasons, along with correcting common misconceptions.| Parents
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If you are considering a private school for your child, you may be curious about Waldorf schools. Discover the pros and cons.| Parents
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During preschool, your child will develop socially, emotionally, physically, and intellectually. Read more about the preschool curriculum, with advice for helping your child achieve learning milestones at home.| Parents
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Reggio Emilia is an approach to early childhood teaching. Here's everything parents need to know about this educational philosophy.| Parents
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Your child's mastery of fine motor skills gives them greater independence. Here's how to encourage development in the preschool years.| Parents
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We've rounded up a list of science activities for preschoolers that are engaging, fun, and best of all—easy for you.| Parents
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Gentle parenting is often misunderstood among parents and non-parents alike. Here's how this popular parenting technique became such a hot topic of debate—and the truth about what it really looks like in practice.| Parents
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This parenting style has been trending but it's not easy for everyone. Here's what experts say.| Parents
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Slow parenting gives over-scheduled families an excuse to prioritize down time, and spend more quality time together. Here's why busy parents might want to consider trying out slow parenting.| Parents
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If you're looking to incorporate gentle parenting into your home, here are ways to handle everyday scenarios to get you started.| Parents
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Destiny Bennett shares what it's like being a Black mom of three while navigating marriage and gentle parenting.| Parents
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Instinctive parents are self-confident, following their gut instincts over outside parenting advice. Here's why instinctive parenting works for some families—and why it's not always the best choice.| Parents
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Free-range parenting is allowing kids the freedom to experience being a "kid." Learn about the characteristics.| Parents
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The conscious parenting style requires that parents put aside their ego, teach their children emotional regulation, and behave in ways that they would want their children to mirror.| Parents
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Financial difficulties can be difficult to navigate for the most stable family. But there are some clear dos and don'ts when talking about money woes with your kids.| Parents
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What's the best toy for a 1-year-old, toddler, or child? Check out our list that matches developmental stages of play with toys that work well for each age group.| Parents
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Snuggling, playing, and even making goo-goo eyes are all key to helping your infant develop into a healthy child.| Parents
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Have you been trying to teach your kids to tie their shoelaces without much success? Check out these expert-approved tips and videos for help.| Parents
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Money lessons are important for kids. Here are some fun, simple ways to teach children about money.| Parents
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Experts at Nationwide Children's have noticed a 350% increase in lawn mower injuries this year. These injuries are preventable. Here's what experts say.| Parents
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In a new set of guidelines, the American Heart Association says kids as young as 4 can help save lives in the event of a heart attack. We asked some experts what kinds of skills kids this young are capable of learning.| Parents
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Sometimes, kids get hurt—it comes with the territory! Here are 10 basic first-aid tips for bumps and burns to nosebleeds and twisted ankles. Handle them like a pro and help your child stay calm in the process.| Parents
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Family fun doesn't require leaving the house. Here are 20 fun family activities you can do together at home.| Parents
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If your child is a picky eater, you know that mealtime can be challenging. Learn how to make meal time enjoyable for everyone and get your picky eaters to try new foods.| Parents
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Looking for a "natural laxative" to help your child poop? Consider giving them these healthy, fiber-rich foods to fight constipation.| Parents
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Struggling to get your kids to try new foods? These tried and true strategies work, especially when coupled with patience, persistence, expert insight, and love.| Parents
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By using this thorough superfood list, you can help your baby grow and develop while giving them a nutritional boost.| Parents
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Kids can be incredibly picky when it comes to eating, prompting parents to wonder if they're getting enough nutrition. Here's a breakdown of the essential components of kids' nutrition needed for growth and development.| Parents
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Food allergies affect around 8% of children in America. Learn about the causes, symptoms, and whether you can prevent food allergies when starting solids.| Parents
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As your child ages, they’ll participate in many different types of play. Here’s how each type stage and type contributes to their growth and development.| Parents
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Check out these four outdoor scavenger hunt ideas, which range from easy to advanced. We included free printable lists so you can just focus on the fun!| Parents
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Not only will these learning activities keep your toddler entertained, but they'll also teach ABCs, 123s, and other basic skills.| Parents
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Family trees help children learn about their ancestry and identity. Here’s how to make a family tree for kids with a template you can download at home.| Parents
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Explore this list of 52 free, active, and fun things to do with your kids outdoors when the weather is sunny and everyone is eager to enjoy nature, take a break from screens, and bond as a family.| Parents
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From fostering creativity to encouraging your child's social and emotional growth, pretend play—or imaginative play—is beneficial for numerous reasons.| Parents
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Kids will put almost anything in their mouth. Here's what to do if your little one swallows a foreign object, such as a coin, art supplies, button battery, or fluoride toothpaste.| Parents
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Time spent as a parent reading books to a child is worth it. Steal these expert secrets for turning low-key read-alouds into learning moments.| Parents
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In kindergarten, your child will learn about counting, single-digit addition, shape recognition, patterns, measurements, and more. Improve their number skills with these seven free printable kindergarten math worksheets.| Parents
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In hopes of turning their kids into exceptional athletes, parents across the country are reclassifying them, or having their children repeat a year of middle or high school. Here's what experts are saying.| Parents
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Here's how to prepare your child for their first day of kindergarten with just a few simple routine changes and fun activities.| Parents
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Although fun, mobile baby walkers can put your child at risk of getting injured. Learn why experts say baby walkers aren't safe and what to use instead.| Parents
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Learn how to measure your baby's feet to get their shoe size, plus get answers to all your baby shoe questions including when babies should start wearing shoes.| Parents
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Gross motor skills are movements that require the larger muscles in your body. Here's an age-by-age timeline for children, plus activities to encourage gross motor skill development.| Parents
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It's not just about a child's environment. A new study finds genetics also play a big role in when a child will walk.| Parents
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From rolling and sitting to crawling and cruising, your baby's journey to walking is an exciting time.| Parents
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There is no one right way for a baby to learn to crawl. Learn about six of the most common types of baby crawls and what each crawling method means.| Parents
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Children who have a secure attachment are confident, resilient, and emotionally intelligent. Here, mental health experts offer tips to help parents and kids develop this essential bond.| Parents
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Do babies sleep in the womb? Yes! Just a few weeks after conception, a fetus is already starting to develop their senses. Learn how they move, sleep, and use their senses before birth.| Parents
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From a reflex smile to smiling socially, here's all you need to know about your baby's first smiles.| Parents
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Here's when to expect your baby's first laugh and how to encourage this important developmental milestone.| Parents
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If your baby cries and screams around unfamiliar faces, he may have stranger anxiety. Learn how to cope with this common condition.| Parents
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How do you know your baby loves you back? Here are a few sweet and surprising ways they show it, from those first few weeks through the toddler years.| Parents
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Skin-to-skin contact—also called kangaroo care—has many benefits for babies. Learn how to practice it here.| Parents
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Different children crave different kinds of attention and affection, which are known as their love languages. Below, experts share how to figure out your little one's "love language" so they can feel truly adored.| Parents
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If your toddler is not talking yet and you suspect difficulties with speech, speak up. The key to treating language disorders is early intervention.| Parents
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Positive reinforcement can be a powerful behavior modification technique. Learn about using it to shape your child's behavior.| Parents
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Parenting a strong-willed child can be challenging at times. But here's what experts recommend to help your relationship with your kid thrive.| Parents
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Even the most loving children sometimes say hurtful words to their parents. Here are the words to use when your child says, "I hate you."| Parents
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Talking back to parents is a common behavior that can be frustrating and upsetting. Read how to calmly handle backtalk.| Parents
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Teaching your children how to regulate their emotions starts from birth. Here are the best techniques for teaching kids emotional regulation skills, plus experts weigh in on the benefits of emotional regulation.| Parents
