Ages & Stages

It’s not uncommon for children to misbehave or be defiant when following rules set by parents or other authority figures. While some defiance is typical, extreme or excessive actions can be symptoms of a larger issue such as Oppositional Defiant Disorder. ...

Our phones are full of images of events from our kids’ lives, developmental milestones, and funny moments. Parents can easily take and share pictures of their kids with the click of a button. However, the ability to connect with so many people also creates potential dangers that come from anyone having access to content posted online. ...

When it comes to introducing solid foods to their babies, a growing number of parents are passing on purees and spoon feeding in favor of baby-led weaning. Learn more about the practice to determine if it's right for your family. ...

While it’s understandable that your child might miss some school days, you want to make sure those sick days don’t turn into chronic absenteeism. If your child begins to miss multiple days of school, it’s important to consider why he or she doesn’t want to go. Are they truly sick, or is there another underlying reason? ...

While the constant glow of the screen might be harmful, in moderation, kids are engaging in skills they could use for the future. Parents can provide a variety of opportunities for play to help children use their minds in different ways. ...

Standardized growth charts have been around for about 40 years and were originally designed to help doctors monitor a baby’s growth and help spot any issues early on. According to Cleveland Clinic Children's, there is no such thing as “good” and “bad” numbers; what matters most is consistency. ...

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Many games not only help kids have fun, but also learn. Randy Kulman, founder and president of LearningWorks for Kids, an organization that helps inform and instruct parents on how to enrich and enhance their kids’ digital playtime, provides the following games to try on smart devices. ...

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School open houses provide parents with the opportunity to meet their child’s teacher, see their classroom environment and learn more about the upcoming academic year. Follow these tips to make the most out of your child's open house and start the school year off right. ...