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Returning to sex after childbirth can require patience, planning

"No sex for six weeks" used to be the standard advice following childbirth and, according to many doctors, it is still a good practice to allow healing. But it's not a hard-and-fast rule.

May 09, 2019

Joe Maddon meditates, and the Cubs have a mental skills coach: How the team uses mindfulness and encourages kids to do the same

The Chicago Cubs hope that by sharing its vulnerabilities, kids watching will be encouraged to take care of their own mental game too.

May 08, 2019

This one's for mom too, kids. From cupcake decorating to going fishing, here are 15 things to do with the kids that mom will also enjoy on her special day.

May 05, 2019

Study: Kids’ suicides spiked after Netflix’s ’13 Reasons Why'

Suicides among U.S. kids aged 10 to 17 jumped to a 19-year high in the month following the release of "13 Reasons Why."

April 30, 2019

From a kite festival to singing songs about food, here are 15 things to do with the kids.

April 26, 2019

Should you tell your son if you dislike one of his friends? "Social Graces" is a weekly series asking two experts for advice on awkward situations.

April 26, 2019

Moms-to-be teach each other in monthly group prenatal visits

In Asheville, moms-to-be join in on group prenatal visits.

April 25, 2019

Why your child’s everyday stress might not be such a bad thing

With reports of adolescent stress reaching epidemic proportions, concerned parents are left searching for ways to prevent or minimize pressure.

April 25, 2019

With bonfires, bird watching and a for-teens-by-teens lit fest, what more could the kiddos ask for? Here are 15 things to do wth the kids.

April 21, 2019

‘Moms in the House’: A record number of congresswomen are mothers, so they formed a caucus

WASHINGTON - How are your kids doing?

April 16, 2019

See a stunt dog perform cool tricks with his human in this week's 15 things to do with the kids. If that doesn't keep the littles entertained, other awesome activities, like more Easter egg hunts, gospel brunches and poetry scavenger hunts await.

April 14, 2019

This career woman was told to ‘lose the baby’ in 1985. Here’s what she thinks about modern working moms.

I was criticized for taking my baby to work in 1985. Are things better for parents today?

April 08, 2019

Easter egg hunts reign supreme this time of year, but mix it up with hunting for those plastic candy containers while rock climbing! Your kiddo is sure to enjoy this, and more, with this week's 15 things to do with the kids.

April 07, 2019

‘Even one cigarette’ in pregnancy can raise risk of baby’s death, study finds

The risk of sudden unexpected infant death (SUID) increases with every cigarette smoked during pregnancy, according to a new study.

April 03, 2019

‘Safe’ teen drinking? Here’s why parents shouldn’t facilitate it.

The phrase "we drank when we were their age" is popular among parents with a passive attitude toward underage drinking. Here's why experts say it's a problem.

April 01, 2019

Take your kids to play with mummies, or take them on an adventure with Ms. Frizzle and her Magic School Bus crew. Either way, these 15 things to do with the little ones April 1-7 offer plenty!

March 29, 2019

From celebrating Batman's 80th birthday to designing a spaceship while learning about NASA's Katherine Johnson, here are 14 things to do with the littles one March 26-31.

March 24, 2019

Peanut products should be given to babies as early as 4 months to prevent allergies, report says

The American Academy of Pediatrics confirms that a growing body of evidence supports introducing peanut-based foods to infants to prevent peanut allergies.

March 18, 2019

I needed space away from my husband and adult kids. So I found a (part-time) home of my own.

As a mother, I wanted freedom from stocking a house and a fridge; I wanted to retreat to a place of my own. So I rented an apartment.

March 15, 2019

Men and women are turning to websites like Family by Design and Modamily with the sole purpose of making and raising a baby — minus the romance and relationship commitment.

December 31, 2018

Returning to sex after childbirth can require patience, planning

Joe Maddon meditates, and the Cubs have a mental skills coach: How the team uses mindfulness and encourages kids to do the same

Study: Kids’ suicides spiked after Netflix’s ’13 Reasons Why'

Should you tell your son if you dislike one of his friends?

Moms-to-be teach each other in monthly group prenatal visits

Why your child’s everyday stress might not be such a bad thing

‘Moms in the House’: A record number of congresswomen are mothers, so they formed a caucus

This career woman was told to ‘lose the baby’ in 1985. Here’s what she thinks about modern working moms.

‘Even one cigarette’ in pregnancy can raise risk of baby’s death, study finds

‘Safe’ teen drinking? Here’s why parents shouldn’t facilitate it.

Peanut products should be given to babies as early as 4 months to prevent allergies, report says

I needed space away from my husband and adult kids. So I found a (part-time) home of my own.

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