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• Special Kids, Legal Adults
  When Your Child with Special Needs Turns 18
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• Getting Prepped for Collegiate Success
  
• Readers for Life
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  Why Growing Up Is Hard on You
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  Tips for Giving Babies Medication
• Kids Aren't Just Small Adults
  How to Administer Children's Medications Safely
• Rooming In With Baby After Delivery
  A Good Night's Sleep Includes Baby
• The Mind of the Baby
  Unleashing Your Baby's Potential
• Teens and Drinking
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• Don't Just Say "No"
  Setting Effective Boundaries
• Kindergarten Readiness Checklist
  
• Failure to Launch
  The Top 4 Factors Some Kids Don't Leave the Nest
• Once Upon a Time...
  The Importance of Pretend Play
• From G to R
  A Parent's Guide to Movie Ratings
• Plan Against Predators
  How to Protect Your Child From Harm
• Booster Seats
  An Urgent Need for Preschoolers
• On the Move
  Relocating With Young Ones Requires Extra Care
• Active and Healthy Toddlers
  The Importance of Getting Your Toddler up and Active
• The Value of Play
  Why Kids Just Need to Be Kids
• Harold Ramis
  What Matters Most to this Hollywood Dad
• Wading Through the Sea of Unsolicited Advice
  Tips to Help You Find Your Way as a Father
• My Way on the Highway
  Easing the Tension When Traveling with Preteens
• Unstructured Fun
  Exercise Equipment for Kids
• The Bully Spectrum
  Your Child Could Be a Bully or a Victim
• Stranger Danger
  Teaching Your Children the Dangers of Strangers
• Daniel Anstandig
  Teen of the Month
• Home Alone
  When and How?
• Elder Care
  Preparing Financially to Care for Aging Parents
• Fecal Incontinence
  Tips for Caregivers for Managing the Condition
• A Drink or Two?
  Teen Thoughts on Drinking
• Living as a Latchkey Kid
  Tips to Keep Kids Safe
• Managing the Media
  Limiting Exposure to Adult Issues in Preteen Lives
• Internet Intrusions
  6 Ways to Protect Your Kids on the Web
• All Alone
  When Your Only Child Leaves Home
• When It Comes to Medicine, Kids Aren't Just Small Adults
  How to Administer Children's Medications Safely
• Plan Early to Head Off Obesity
  10 Tips for Daily Physical Activity
• The Family Bed and Breastfeeding
  Is Co-sleeping Ideal While Breastfeeding?
• Playing Halloween Hostess
  Success Strategies for Party Planning
• Fire Safety Training
  A Lesson for Life
• Short or Tall
  Can You Calculate Your Child's Final Height?
• Teen Time
  Yoga for Mental and Physical Health
• But I'm Too Old to Wet the Bed...
  Support and Hope for Teens With Nocturnal Enuresis
• Robotic Surgery
  Is This New Technology Safe for Infants?
• Never on a Sundae
  Ice Cream Spa Treatments for the Preteen Crowd
• Help! They're Stuffing Me!
  Saving Money Through Portion Control
• Stepbrother + Stepsister = Trouble
  When Hormones Rage in Stepfamilies With Teens
• Working for a Living
  Telling Children about Your Job
• Artsy Kids
  The Art of Teaching Art to Children
• "Mom, Dad, I'm Pregnant."
  Standing by Your Teen – No Matter What
• Grappling With Grief
  Excerpted from Helping Children Cope with Separation and Loss
• Child Abduction Facts
  Tips for Parents to Keep Kids Safe
• Best Friends
  Encouraging Positive Connections Between Siblings
• When Your Child Is Unpopular
  Tips to Help You Both Cope
• The Four Corners of Love-Based Parenting
  How to Develop a More Trusting and Honest Relationship
• From Two to Three
  Discovering a Father
• Mommy Cocktail Hour
  Is Combining Play Dates and Alcohol a Good Idea?
• Helping Children Cope with Separation and Loss
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• Fair Play
  Give the Game Back to the Kids
• Seeing Clearly: Kids and LASIK
  
• Dealing With Death
  Helping Your Child Handle a Death in the Family
• Selective Spans
  Helping Your Preschooler Pay Attention
• Returning to Work After Maternity
  Gong Back to Work After Childbirth
• Corded Communication
  Teaching Preteens Telephone Tact
• Staying Sharp
  Shaving and Razor Options
• Pregnancy Changes You
  Short Stories About Pregnancy
• Successful Stepparenting in 10 Steps
  10 Top Tips
• Confronting Your Worst Nightmare
  3 Steps to Child Safety
• Gym-tastic!
  Fitness Clubs Are Putting out the Welcome Mat for Kids
• From Middle to High School
  Help Your Teen Make Connections and Find Success
• Infant-Child CPR
  Don't Leave It to Luck, Learn CPR
• Watering Down Baby Formula
  It's Not a Good Way to Save Money
• How to Select a Quality Daycare for Your Child
  Exploring Your Childcare Options
• Kids in the Delivery Room
  Should Children Be in the Delivery Room?
• 20 Healthy Resolutions for Kids From the American Academy of Pediatrics
  
• In the Swim of Things
  Getting Your Preschooler to Embrace the Water
• The Bully Battle
  Dealing with Classroom Aggression
• Is Your Sandbox Safe from Roundworm?
  Preventing Roundworm Infestation in Small Children
• The Trials and Tribulations of a Stay-at-home Dad
  Stay-at-Home Parenting is Tougher Than the Army
• Parent Rage in Youth Sports
  Giving the Game Back to Our Children
• TMJ: Not Just for Adults
  Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome
• Keeping Your Sanity
  20 Road Rules for Teen Drivers
• Child Abduction
  Waking up to Every Parent's Worst Nightmare
• Children's Unspoken Language
  
• Toddler Tornadoes
  Making a Mess or Exploring and Learning?
• Best Face Forward
  Coping with Teenage Acne
• "Are They Really Twins?"
  Top 6 Questions You Will Be Asked and How to Handle Them
• Levels of Giftedness
  How Smart Is My Child?
• Sexual Abuse
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• Twins and the Battle for the Breast
  Curbing Competitive Nursing Between Twin Toddlers
• One up on Autism
  Learn the Signs of Autism and Act Early
• Battling Bullies
  Putting an End to Schoolyard Conflicts
• Long-Distance Grandparents
  Creative and Fun Ways to Stay in Touch
• After-school Programs
  A Creative, Safe Outlet for Our Youth
• Rear-facing Car Seats
  When Is the Right Time to Go to Forward-facing and Why Is Rear-facing Better?
• Pompe Disease
  Dealing with the Diagnosis of Pompe Disease
• Grunts, Snarls and Verbal Abuse
  How to Break the Silence and Poor Communication Patterns
• "Not Seeing" Is Believing
  The Real Life of Imaginary Friends
• The Coolest Mom?
  
• Building a Better World
  One Pair of Socks at a Time
• The Teenage Brain
  A Lesson in Understanding for Parents of Adolescents
• Helping Children Say Good-bye
  Excerpted from Helping Children Cope with Separation and Loss
• Infant's Intelligence
  Quotient (IQ)
  Can Parenting Techniques Lead to Higher IQs in Babies?
• Beyond Babyproofing
  Going Beyond Basic Babyproofing
• All Grown Up
  Adoption Stories of Adults
• Don't Give Teens Alcohol -- Period!
  
• Grandtravel
  Grandparents Traveling with Grandchildren
• I'm in Charge!
  Teaching Self-discipline to Your Preteen
• Annabel Karmel
  An Advocate for Healthy Children
• Little Tough Guys
  Handling Preschool Bullies
• Small Dogs and Babies
  Do Baby-friendly Dogs Come in Small Packages?
• Rhyming Twin Baby Names
  The Fun of Naming Twins
• Taking on a New Role
  Adding "Grandfather" to Your List of Identities
• Pets and Preschoolers
  Choosing the Right Pet for Your Family
• Hitting the Road: Preparing for Vacation
  Tips to Make Things Go Smoothly for the Whole Family
• A Sixth Sense?
  The World of Highly Intuitive Children
• Fat in a Baby and Toddler's Diet
  No Low-fat Diet for Baby
• Puffing Up
  Taking a Stand on Youth Cigarette Smoking
• Fall Conferences
  Don't Be Spooked by the Teacher!
• Car Seat Crying
  When the Buzz of the Engine Doesn't Lull Your Baby to Sleep
• Babies Today Book Review
  Diary of a Baby: What Your Child Sees, Feels, and Experiences
• Healthy Skin Secrets
  10 Tips for Preventing and Relieving Irritation Due to Incontinence
• "Soft" Teeth
  Cavities Waiting to Happen
• Free Wheeling
  Bikes, Trikes, Skates and Boards Equal Family Fitness Fun!
• Have a Ball in Montreal!
  Affordable Family Fun in Canada
• Tough Love
  Living with Your Child and Grandchild
• Romance and the Classroom
  Excerpted from Field Guide to the American Teenager
• Top Issues for Tweens
  How to Keep Your Preteen Healthy
• 10 Family Exercise Tips
  Breaking a Sweat with the Kids
• Excuse Me, Please!
  How To Stop the Interrupting
• Birth in the Water, Birth at Home
  An Interview with Penny Simkin, Founder of Doulas of North America
• Stranger and Separation Anxiety and Babies
  Coping With Your Baby's Separation Anxiety
• Nighttime vs. Adult Daytime Incontinence
  Same Problem, Different Causes
• Mother's Day Tips
  How Mothers Can Organize the Good Life Through More Creative Parenting
• I'm Just Tired
  How Sleep Affects Your Preteen
• Gym Wise
  Are Memberships Worth Your Family's Money?
• Dads Today Divorce Series Part Three
  Shared Parenting With Your Ex : Putting the Kids First
• Poison Safety for Baby's Sake
  Keeping Poisons Away from Curious Hands
• Attention Deficit Disorder
  How It Affects the Family
• Recruit the Troops
  Cooking With Kids
• Naming Your Baby
  10 Helpful Hints for Naming Baby
• Walking on Eggshells
  Teens With Borderline Personality Disorder
• Fitness Equipment Safety
  Tips to Keep Exercise Rooms Safe for Families with Babies and Toddlers
• Babies and Dehydration
  Recognizing the Signs of Dehydration
• Daddy Play With Me!
  An Excerpt from the book Hidden Messages: What Our Words and Actions are Really Telling Our Children (McGraw-Hill, 2000)
• When Romance Rages
  Recognizing and Preventing Teen Battering
• A Love of Books
  First Lady Laura Bush Recalls a Childhood Blessed With Reading
• Island Paradise Found
  Sonesta Beach Resort, Key Biscayne
• Good Grandparents
  Changing with the Times
• When One Child Is Breastfed
  The Many Benefits of Breastfeeding
• A Quiz for Fathers-to-be
  What is Dad's Role in Parenting?
• Standing Tall Against Alcohol
  What You Need to Know to Keep Your Preteen Safe
• Enjoying Summer Safely
  The Sun Is More Fun When Kids Are OK!
• In Praise of Black Sheep
  
• The Impact of War on Children
  Soothing Kids in Tumultuous Times
• Shopping Cart Safety
  Misplaced Worries or a Real Concern?
• Hitting the Road
  What Parents Need to Know About Teens Behind the Wheel
• Get Involved – It's Worth It!
  9 Ways to Build a Strong Relationship with Your Child's School
• Baby Gear for Twins
  Do You Need Two of Everything When Having Twins?
• Never Too Old to Sweat
  Exercise for Seniors
• Bilingual Babes at Play
  From Playgroup Participant to Foreign Language Student
• Inside The Mind of A Bully
  An Interview
• Praying for Snow, Aunt Eleonore and a Healthy Son
  Spirituality and Adoption
• Accidents Happen
  Getting Back on Track When Potty Training
• Three's a Crowd
  When Two Play, One May Stray
• Want to be a Doula?
  How to Become a Certified Doula
• Modeling Language for Speech Development
  A Parent's Guide to Modeling Language to Toddlers
• How a Baby Changes Your Life
  Do Dads Have to Say Goodbye to Youth?
• Can't Wait for Dinner
  Make Family Mealtime Fun for Toddlers and Preschoolers
• Grow Slow
  Clothes Should Promote Playing on Monkey Bars, Not Monkey Business
• Capturing the Wonder
  Discover the Magic of a Walt Disney Cruise
• Plan B(aby)
  The Stay-at-Home Parenting Trend Is Growing
• Baby's First Words
  Tips to Help Encourage Your Baby to Talk
• Warm Weather Worries
  Texas Children's Hospital Provides Tips for a Safe Summer
• Alone Time Can Be a Good Thing
  The Importance of Finding the Time for You
• Freedom to Believe
  Teens Share Their Thoughts on Religion
• Too Much Encouragement
  Overzealous Parenting Could Harm Your Child
• Be Prepared
  Teaching Your Teen How to Act in an Emergency
• A Big Adjustment
  Life with Your Newborn
• Don't Let Babies Get Sunburned
  Tips from Dr. William Sears
• Breathe Easy
  Natural Approaches to Asthma
• Keeping Kids Active During Cold Weather
  It's as Close as Their Imaginations
• Get to Work!
  Helping Your Teen Find a Summer Job
• Communicating About Bedwetting
  How to Talk With Your Child
• Get Moving!
  5 Tips for Raising Active Kids
• Building an Empowering Tradition
  Girls Head to the Workplace
• Walt Disney World for Teens
  Can They Really Have Fun?
• Splash Into Safety This Summer
  4 Simple "Water Safety Wisdoms"
• Happy Hanukkah
  The Festival of Lights Holiday Ideas
• Sleep Sacks for Babies
  Why Are Some Experts Recommending Sleep Sacks?
• Baby on a Schedule
  Building an Adult Life Around Baby's Schedule
• Bridgette Wilson-Sampras
  A Mom Who Loves Serving up Family Dinners
• First Quarter Report Cards
  A Clue to a Future of Achievement
• Let's Talk About It
  Talking About Bedwetting with Children
• Healthy Bacteria for Baby
  Where to Find it and Why Babies Need It
• Nickname Know-how
  Can a Pet Name Affect Your Child's Self-esteem?
• Winter Storm Tips
  From the American Academy of Pediatrics
• Snacking on Strawberries
  The Perfect Berry for Tiny Tummies
• Two Dads Sound Off About Going Back to Work After Baby
  Off to Work We Go?
• All Around the Table
  How to Have a Family Meeting
• Playing Office
  How a Work Station Can Help Your Kids
• White Lies
  Yes, Virginia, Little White Lies Are OK
• Crash! Boom! Bang!
  Does TV Violence Affect Our Children?
• Pink Eye in Babies and Toddlers
  Debunking the Myths of Pink Eye
• Could Your Child Need Glasses?
  Making the Process Go Smoothly for Your Child
• Rude Behavior During Pregnancy
  Tips for Handling Unsavoring Comments While Expecting
• Opening the Eyes and Minds of Children
  The Children's Museum of Richmond
• Prayers and Preteens
  Defining Spirituality in the Middle Grades
• New Baby, New Holiday Traditions
  How to Combine Traditions to Work for Your Family
• Learning the Lingo
  Does Your Teen Have a Secret Language?
• 6 Steps to Preparing for Baby
  Mental and Physical Preparation Are the Key
• Hamburger
  An excerpt from: Hidden Messages: What Our Words and Actions Are Really Telling Our Children
• Skeletons in the Closet
  Telling Your Kids About Your Past
• What's Happening Next Door?
  Establishing Internet Rules for Home and Away
• Baby Names from Literature
  Tips for Naming Baby for Book Lovers
• Making Up Your Mind About Makeup
  Is She Old Enough to Wear It?
• A World of Diversity
  6 Tips on Talking to Your Child About Race
• 7 Sexy Secrets for Conception
  Make It a Moment You'll Never Forget
• Getting Behind The Eyes of Your Child
  
• Staying Safe
  Empower Your Children Today
• Carrying the Weight
  Helping Your Overweight Child
• Should Baby's Bottle Be Propped?
  Two Moms and an Expert Sound Off
• 6 Tips to Make the New Mom's Life Easier
  Resolving to Help with the New Baby
• Storybook Gardens
  Old-fashioned Tranquil Fun in London, Ontario
• NOT College Bound
  Options in Post-high School Education
• Designing Your Baby Nursery
  Baby Nursery Decorating Secrets Revealed!
• Summer Safety for Toddlers
  Make Your Backyard a Danger-Free Zone
• Teaching Toddlers to Use the Stairs
  Toddler Ups and Downs
• Breastfeeding and Allergies
  Nothing at All to Sneeze At
• Baby Milestones: Sitting Up
  Tips to Help Baby Reach this Developmental Milestone
• The Concept of Control
  Are You Losing It With Your Preteen?
• Turn Off the TV
  Turn on to Physical Activity!
• Toddler Milestones: Dressing Themselves
  A Red Shirt and Purple Pants?
• Proud to Serve
  When Teens Enlist in the Military
• Intervention 101
  Take Control of Teen Drug Use
• Side by Side
  Exploring Virtual Worlds With Your Teen
• Parenting Advice for Pregnant Women
  Tips for Pregnant Women on Parenting
• Bonnie Blair
  Gliding through the Ups and Downs of Motherhood
• A Community Fitness Project
  Inspiring Fitness and Fun in the Neighborhood
• Bladder Training 101
  A Guide for Caregivers
• Secondhand Smoke
  The Effects of Cigarette Smoke on a Toddler's Cardiovascular System
• Children and Allowances
  Paycheck or an Entitlement?
• Sticks and Stones May Break My Bones
  And Words Can Hurt, Too
• Karate Kids
  How Karate Has Helped My Twins
• Teaching Your Preschooler To Recycle
  
• Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
  Is Your Grandchild at Risk?
• Straight Talk About Bedwetting
  Speaking to Siblings of Special Needs Kids
• Dining on a Dime
  The Economics of Eating Out
• Feeding Issues With Toddlers
  Is My Toddler Getting Proper Nutrition?
• A Wangled, Wired Web
  What You Need to Know About Online Cheating
• Opponents or Teammates?
  Tackling Sibling Rivalry in Twins
• Safety First
  At Home and on the Road
• Kindergarten Readiness Checklist Results
  
• Your Young Entrepreneur
  Help Your Child Start a Business
• Kids Who Cut
  Recognizing the Signs of Self-Injury
• Jeepers, Creepers, Protect Those Peepers
  Be Aware of Potential Halloween Hazards to Prevent Eye Injuries
• Between the Lines
  Reading with Preteens
• Your Teen's First Car Accident
  What You Can Do to Help Ease the Pain
• The Troubled Teen
  6 Warning Signs to Watch For
• Co-sleeping Positions
  Keep Baby Safe in Your Co-sleeping Environment
• Sibling Rivalry and Twins
  One Father's Thoughts on Keeping Sibling Rivalry in Check
• Little People
  Social Challenges for Children With Skeletal Dysplasia
• From Limbo to the Bunny Hop
  Retro Dances for Fun and Fitness
• Open Minds and Open Hearts
  A Glance at Open Adoption
• Parent Talk
  
• Be "Danger Ranger" Ready!
  Animated, Action-Adventure Characters Empower Kids to Think Safe, Play Safe and Be Safe With 10 Important Summer Safety Tips
• Mom Spends Summer in Sanitarium
  
• Babies and Ear Infections
  Symptoms and Treatment of Ear Infections
• Pet Safety for Families with Babies
  Having Fun, Staying Safe with Furry Friends
• A Cut Above
  The Practice of Self-Mutilation
• Bye Bye Blankie?
  Ease Your Child's Blankie Blues
• Pool Party
  Get Fit, Have Fun and Stay Cool in the Pool
• A Dream Come True
  The Same-sex Couple's Guide to Surrogacy
• Adoption Alternatives
  Multiple Ways to "Parent" a Family
• Twins and the Terrible Two's
  Tips for Handling 2-year-old Twins
• Pregnancy and Food Additives
  Preserving Your Child's Health
• School Security
  Staying Safe on Campus
• Preteen Friendships
  The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
• Girls Calling Boys
  When Boy-crazy Teens Drive You Crazy
• Cheap Scares
  Halloween Costumes on a Dime
• Safety Made Simple
  Home Security on a Budget
• Crushed
  Surviving Your Preteen's First Love
• Grand Fitness
  Exercising with Your Grandchildren
• Toddler's and Mental Health
  When Should You Worry About Your Toddler's Mental Health?
• Six Lucky Siblings
  An Older-Child Adoption Story
• Kiss Off
  Facing the Facts and Myths of Mononucleosis
• Be Our Guest
  10 Best Children's Activities at Walt Disney World
• Love/Hate Relationships
  Loving Your Teen, Hating Their Romantic Relationship
• Child Abuse Facts and Prevention
  Addressing and Ending the Cycle of Child Abuse
• Everybody Ready for the Dating Game?
  Understanding the Process Helps You and Your Teen
• Kimberly Kirberger
  Entering the World of Teens
• Robert Carradine
  Lizzie's "Dad" Deals with Real Teen Issues at Home
• Car Seat Safety Rules
  Simple Rules to Keep Your Baby Safe While in a Car Seat
• Cat Scratch Disease
  Is Your Child At Risk?
• Keeping Tabs On Your Teen
  
• Facing Uninsured Pregnancy
  Tips to Help You Make An Uninsured Pregnancy Work
• Big Enough
  Healthy Weight Gain for Teens
• Frank Zissis
  Teacher of the Month
• Comparing Milestones
  Tips on Handling Parents Who Compare Toddlers
• The Cold and Cough Medication Ban
  Why Were Infant Cold Syrups Removed from Store Shelves?
• It's War!
  Helping Your Preteen Survive Friendship Fights
• April Showers, May Flowers – and Allergies
  How to Beat the Springtime Sniffles
• Too Old for Stranger Danger?
  Keeping Kids Safe From Abductions
• Regressive Therapy
  Regressive Therapy Could Give You and Baby a Fresh Start at Breastfeeding
• When Baby Has a Cold
  Comforting Baby During Illness
• Motherhood and Mental Health
  Finding a Balance Between Mental Health Issues and Parenthood
• Colds, Flu and Baby
  Comforting Baby During a Cold or Flu
• What's Eating Our Kids
  An Emotional Component to Obesity?
• Special and Ready for Independence
  Helping Special Needs Children Prepare for Life on Their Own
• Fit or Fat?
  Tips for Raising Healthy, Active Kids
• Debi Mazar
  Sleepless in Hollywood
• Dental Dangers
  Why Taking Care of Baby's Teeth Starts Now
• One-sport Wonders
  Should Your Child Specialize in a Single Sport?
• Clean That Room!
  How to Get Your Kid to Help Around the House
• Pregnancy Nutrition
  5 Tips for Healthy Eating While Pregnant
• Home Improvement
  Make it a Family Project
• Understanding Toddlers' Drawings
  
• La Femme Nasty
  Surviving Female Adolescence
• Puberty Primer
  What to Expect and When to Expect It
• Beginning Bottlefeeding
  The Basics of Preparing, Sterilizing, Feeding and Burping Baby
• An Emerging Genre
  Why Women Love Chick Lit
• Word Find
  Teens Who Stutter
• Short- and Long-term Memory and Toddlers
  Working on Toddlers' Short- and Long-term Memory
• Bonding with Your Newborn
  Develop a Connection with Baby
• Up All Night
  How to Have a Great Slumber Party
• Triple Threat
  Female Athlete Triad: What Every Parent Should Know
• Shouting at the Sky
  Troubled Teens and the Promise of the Wild
• Hair Pulling
  What Happens When a Child Can't Quit?
• To Have and to Hold, and Hold and Hold
  Can New Parents Hold Their Newborns Too Much?
• What a Kid Wants, What a Kid Needs
  Making More Time for Family
• How Much Is Enough?
  Two-year vs. Four-year College
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• Celebrating and Pampering Your Pregnant Wife
  Show You Care Month by Month
• Creative Kids' Rooms
  Part 2: Fantastic Furniture
• All I Want for Christmas Is a Baby
  Infertility During the Holidays
• Create a Nurturing Environment for Baby
  5 Activities and Behaviors to Rethink When Bringing Home a New Baby
• On the Road Again
  Tackling Travel Teams – Family Style
• Preventing Medical Mistakes
  Being an Advocate for Your Baby
• In a Party-pooper Mood
  An Essay About Friendship
• On Par with Au Pairs
  Is This Childcare Option for You?
• My First Sleepover
  Tips to Help Bedwetters Enjoy Their Slumber Parties
• Maximum Independence
  Helping Your Teen Take Control of His Life
• Healthy Teens: Mission Possible
  There's Hope for Healthy Teens
• How To Behave So Your Children Will, Too
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• All About Ovulation
  The Inside Story to Help You Conceive
• Tummy Troubles and Toddlers
  A Doctor Gives Tips on Handling Little One's Bellyaches
• Frustration and the Breastfeeding Mother
  
• The Lost Art of Letter Writing
  How to Get Your Childto Pick up a Pen
• All About Birth Mothers
  Learning About Those Who Place Their Children for Adoption
• Teens, Vaccines and Screenings
  Keeping up on Health Guidelines
• A Menacing Halloween Menu
  Semi-homemade, but Not Semi-scary!
• The Plaza Hotel: A Bit of Magic in New York
  A Bit of Magic in New York
• The First Day Home with Baby
  How to Make Things Less Stressful for Everyone
• Marriage Postpartum
  Working Through the Rough Spots After Baby Arrives
• Hanging Out
  What Do Teens Really Do in Their Spare Time?
• Worried About Conceiving?
  Simple Changes Can Increase Your Chances of Conception
• Reading Between the Lines
  Love of Books or Something Else?
• When Bedwetting Doesn't Go Away
  Special Needs Teens and Enuresis
• Deodorant 101 for Preteen Girls
  Teaching Your Daughter About Personal Hygiene
• Holiday Shopping with Babies and Toddlers
  How to Survive a Trip With the Kids in Tow
• Meltdown Moments
  Dealing with Preschool Temper Tantrums
• Baby Swings
  Your Baby's Way to Unwind
• Off Your Rocker?
  Should You Adopt When You're Older?
• The Facts on Premature Births
  Steps to Take to Ensure the Healthiest Outcome
• Is Au Pair Care Right for Your Family?
  Childcare International Style
• Global Infertility
  Experiences in Other Countries
• I Think My Child Is Being Bullied!
  A Guide for Parents
• Morning Madness?
  Organizing Your Morning Routine
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  Teens and Gastric Bypass Surgery
• My Baby Won't Leave Our Pet Alone!
  Keeping Children and Pets Safe
• Diagnosis: Gestational Diabetes
  Gestational Diabetes is Not the End of the World
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  An Excerpt from The Kids' Guide to Working Out Conflicts: How to Keep Cool, Stay Safe and Get Along
• Summertime Fun Travel and Explore
  Get Out of the House and Explore
• Keeping Toddlers Safe at the Beach
  Tips for a Successful Trip to the Beach with a Toddler
• Dealing with Dyslexia
  Diagnosing the Disorder
• Forget Your Child
  Are You Ready for Kindergarten?
• Cold Symptoms During Pregnancy
  Battling the Bug While Expecting
• Early Explorers
  When Toddlers Discover Their Sexual Selves
• Male and Female Reproductive Systems
  A Primer for How It All Works Toward Conception
• Caring for Common Skin Injuries
  First Aid for Cuts, Scrapes and Bruises
• The Forgotten Teens
  Black History Isn't Just for Adults
• The Coolest Pastime
  Swim for Year-round, Lifetime Fitness
• The Gift That Keeps on Giving
  Financial Gifts for the Future
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  Coping With the Death of a Friend
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  6 Steps to a Teen-friendly Home
• Teen Tricks and Treats
  How Old Is Too Old to Celebrate Halloween?
• Jump On!
  Get Your Teen on the Healthy Family Bandwagon
• Blogging for the Future
  Online Information Can Haunt Your Teen
• Life Changes and Autism
  Different Address, Same Challenges
• What a Treat! We're Going out to Eat!
  Help Your Preschooler Form Proper Social Eating Skills
• The Truth About Growing Apart
  6 Surprising Ways to Strengthen Your Marriage
• No (Grand)Child Left Behind
  College Funding Options for Grandparents
• When Daddy Takes Steroids
  The Message Major Leaguers Send to Their Children and Ours
• Solo Summers
  Challenges Facing the Single Parent
• Teen Tracking Systems
  Spying on Your Teens
• Twin Pregnancy Help and Support
  Getting the Support You Need to Raise Twins
• Coping in a Fertile World
  Tips for Handling Other People's Pregnancies
• Pets and the Allergic Child
  Can These Two Safely Coexist?
• The Nursing Mother's Guide to Weaning
  Part 1
• Weightlifting
  Safe Training for Teens
• Party of Five?
  In Search of the Perfect Family
• Putting a Stop to Soda Pop
  Why Too Much Is Hurting Your Kids
• Kelly Ripa
  Giving Angels Their Wings
• The VBAC Companion
  The Expectant Mother's Guide to Vaginal Birth After Cesarean
• Tooth Brushing and Toddlers
  Oral Care is No Job for a Toddler
• Internet Safety
  Protect Your Children from the Internet's Seamy Side
• Can't Afford a Family Vacation?
  Think Again!
• Monkey See, Monkey Do
  Modeling Positive Body Image to Your Children
• High Energy Drinks
  Do Kids Really Need Caffeine?
• It Begins at Home
  Fire Safety for Preschoolers
• Learning Experiences for Kindergartners
  Activities from The Giant Encyclopedia of Kindergarten Activities: Over 600 Activities Created by Teachers for Teachers
• Aaron Carter and My Inner Teen
  Motherhood Doesn't Mean Saying Goodbye to Youth
• Drive-through Dinners and Toddlers
  Feeding Babies and Toddlers When You're Out and About
• T-ball Time!
  A Field of Dreams for the Whole Family
• PMS
  Natural Cures for Your Teen's Discomfort
• Baby's Temperament and Personality Styles
  Defining Basic Baby Temperaments and Personalities
• The Dark Side of College Education
  When College Tours Open Doors To Drinking and Sex
• Heart Health During Pregnancy
  Tips to Have a Heart-healthy Pregnancy
• Who Am I?
  The Importance of Racial and Cultural Identity
• A 25-Hour Day?
  Children and Circadian Rhythms
• Morning Blues
  Get Your Teen out of Bed
• Do You Like Me?
  Encourage Social Inclusion for Preteens with Special Needs
• Play It Safe
  Avoiding Recreational Hazards
• An ADHD Holiday
  Helping Your Child Cope
• Central Precocious Puberty
  When Puberty Occurs Earlier Than Expected
• Identity Theft, Teen Style
  Using the Internet to Cause Emotional Harm
• Tuning In
  15 Strategies for Focusing Children's Energy
• Fatal Trend
  Pro-Anorexia Web Sites
• Audrey Penn
  Living in a Child's World
• Old Sturbridge Village
  Take a Trip Back in Time to Old Sturbridge Village
• The Active Route
  Taking Charge of Your Heart Health
• Posture Perfect
  What Is Your Child's PostureTelling You?
• Diabetes Is Not So Sweet
  Tips for Tackling Diabetes During Pregnancy
• PCOS
  A Woman's Guide to Dealing with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
• Kathy Kaehler
  Celebrity Trainer Shares Tips for Being a Fit Mama
• What's in a "Stork Bite"?
  The Facts About Vascular Birthmarks
• You Can Coach
  Find the Time and Courage to Coach Youth Sports
• We're in the Money!
  Spending Your Advance Child Tax Credit Check
• Hope and Joy at the End of an Adoption Rainbow
  
• Taking Responsibility
  You Can Help Your Preteen
• All About Linens
  
• When Toddlers Bite Their Nails
  Tips on Breaking the Nail-biting Habit
• Parenting Special Needs Children
  Top 5 Qualities of Successful Special Parents
• Teenage Schizophrenia
  A World of Their Own
• Crying Baby, Sleepless Nights
  Why Your Baby Is Crying and What You Can Do About It
• National Adoption Awareness Month
  8 Ways to Celebrate
• Breastfeeding: Exclusive Pumping
  A Look at Exclusive Pumping
• Car Seat Tips
  Car Seats are Serious Business
• Hidden Benefits of Being Active
  More Reasons to Keep Your Tweens and Teens Active
• Ringing in the New Year
  Celebrations Around the United States
• Going Out?
  What to Expect When Young Teens Start Dating
• Middle Names
  The Evolution of the Middle Moniker When Naming Baby
• On the Road With an Infant
  How Can You Keep Babies Happy and Safe on Long Car Trips?
• Calling All Ghouls and Ghosts
  Throw a Halloween Party Adults and Kids Will Love
• Treating Ticks
  A Natural, Integrated Approach to Lyme Disease
• Sharing a Nanny
  Making Sharing a Nanny Work
• Beat Boredom
  Creative Summer Games
• Pets as Presents
  Planning Makes All the Difference
• Pediatricians Sound Off
  What Doctors Wish Parents of Small Children Would Worry About
• Words Will EVER Hurt Me
  Girls as Bullies
• Gifted Children
  The Other Side of Special Education
• Flying Solo
  Single Parent Adoption
• The Teen Behind the Mean
  Cracking the Shell of Today's Tough Teens
• Active Living
  Managing Urinary Incontinence
• The Ground Zero Museum
  A Must-do When in New York City
• Richard Karn
  Raising a Teen Requires Plenty of Father Time
• Night Terrors in Toddlers
  Handling Night Terrors and Putting Your Fears to Rest
• Obesity Insights
  7 (Sometimes Surprising) Secrets for Stopping Childhood Obesity
• Bundling Babies for Winter
  Getting Little Ones Prepped for Winter Weather
• Passport, Please
  Everything You Need to Know About Passports
• Celiac Disease
  Understanding This Autoimmune Disorder
• Money Mama
  Teaching Kids About Cash Ensures Financial Futures
• Perinatal HIV
  When a Newborn is Infected with HIV
• Fire Safety
  10 Life-Saving Tips Every Family Should Know
• Hemochromatosis and Babies
  Raising Awareness of This Genetic Disorder
• College Bound! College Ready?
  Helping Your Child Develop Strong Study Habits and Writing Skills
• Postponing College a Year
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• A Camping We Will Go!
  One Mother's Journey Back to Camp
• Comedy or Immaturity?
  How and Why Boys Use Humor to Communicate
• Destined for Happiness
  Is Your Teen Happy? Can You Help?
• Parental Detectives
  Using Digital Technology to Spy on Your Teen
• Is Your Teen Sleep Deprived?
  Getting Serious About Sleep
• Kathy Smith
  Interview with a Workout Mama
• Highs And Lows
  An Inside Look at Teens and Diabetes
• Hope for Overweight Teens
  Putting an End to Childhood Obesity
• Painful Partings
  Helping Toddlers and Parents Cope with Separation Anxiety
• Family-friendly Cruising
  Having Fun at Sea Together
• St. Patrick's Day the Toddler Way
  Throw an Irish Bash With Your Little One
• Family Fun in Jacksonville
  5 Florida Hot Spots When Traveling with Small Children
• Cruising ABCs
  Everything You Need to Know to Take a Cruise
• The New Teens
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• You Can Do It!
  10 Secrets to Surviving the First Year with Twins
• Danny the Disrespectful Kid
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• Home Birth Help
  A Certified Doula Answers Common Questions on Home Birth
• Down in the Dumps
  Dealing With Childhood Depression
• Paycheck to Paycheck
  Tips for Making Ends Meet
• Home Away from Home (Really!)
  9 Reasons to Go the Vacation Rental Route the Next Time You Travel
• Family Finances
  How Much Should Your Kids Know?
• The Breezy City on the Bay
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• Customized Wood Play Structures Create Backyard Fantasies
  Barbara Butler's Creations Bring out the Kid in All of Us
• The Beat Goes On
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• Identical Twins, Identical Identities?
  Helping Twins Develop Their Own Identities
• Bringing Home Twins
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• Kindergarten Ready
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• What Mothers and Daughters Should Know About Birth Control
  
• (At Grandma's) Home for the Holidays
  Create Memories with Your Grandkids This Thanksgiving
• Room-by-room Babyproofing
  Tips for a Baby-proofed Home
• Bringing the Lessons Home
  An Excerpt From Einstein Never Used Flash Cards: How Our Children Really Learn – and Why They Need to Play More and Memorize Less
• From Sheep to Potatoes
  A Virtual Tour of Fall Festivals Around the Country
• Special Treatments
  Complementary Therapies Make a Difference for Many Children
• Joan Lunden
  Raising Healthier Kids the Second Time Around
• Quick Conception
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• A Baby Nursery that Grows with Baby
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• High Fashion, Low Cost
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• Family Rituals and Traditions
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• High Altitude Fun in Canada
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• Is Your Toddler Overweight?
  Tips to Monitor Your Toddler's Growth and Development
• Livin' La Vida Vegas!
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• Worried About Bills, Investments and Work?
  10 Ways to Make the Most of Your Money and Your Life
• Tiny Bites, Big Nutritional Needs
  Exploring a Toddler's Dietary Requirements
• Brain Nutrients
  An Excerpt from Brain Food for Kids
• The Twin Cities of Minneapolis/St. Paul
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• The Dirty Truths About Pregnancy
  You Never Warned Me About This!
• Perfect Parenting Keys
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• Exuberant, Numb and Guilt
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• How to Survive Autism
  A Been-there, Done-that Guide for Parents
• Sun-sational San Diego
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• Austin, Texas
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• Midwest and Texas Travel
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• What "Hot" Toys Won't Cool Off?
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• At what age can a child start taking adult vitamins?
• Are there activities for children under 12 at ski lodges?
• What is the best way to ensure children's safety in the backyard? A fence is not possible at this point. We live in a small suburb in a safe neighborhood, but I want to ensure my children's safety while playing.
• What is the best way to ensure a child's safety in the backyard?
• Do certain forms of discipline work better at certain ages (i.e. time-outs, swats, loss of privileges)?
• I sometimes feel guilty when I just let my children play and do not join in. Should I always participate in their playtime?
• I was just wondering how old I have to be to meet my birthparents.
• How can I help a child adjust to wearing glasses?
• Should my child's cholesterol be monitored?
• Why should physical activity start early in life?

more expert q&a

• Do all states have the same laws regarding how old a child has to be before they can stop using a car seat?
• What steps should "latch key" children take to be sure that they are not followed?
• How can I talk to my children about safety without scaring them?
• My daughter knows how to manipulate my husband and I. How do I break this cycle?
• When should I introduce my baby to hard-soled shoes?
• Should parents speak "baby talk" to their preschoolers?
• Do you have suggestions for talking to husbands or other adults who may not be compassionate about a child's bedwetting?
• Where do we draw the line between not talking to strangers
• I'm 17 and pregnant. What do I do, and how do I tell my family?
• My 6-year-old has her permanent front teeth, but one baby tooth is still behind them. Is this bad?
• Can play affect a child's personality?
• Will using a co-sleeper make it difficult to get my baby to sleep in her own crib later?
• Where do we draw the line between not talking to strangers and helping our neighbors?
• How can I keep my child's life balanced with play, school and other activities?
• I can only see my two teens for six hours once a month. How can I have a relationship with them?
• Can you treat a dehydrated child at home?
• Why does my 9-year-old suddenly want to use a baby spoon and sippy cup?
• My 4-year-old is getting in trouble at preschool for calling the girls his "girlfriends" and holding their hands. Help!
• Is TV really that bad for children? Should I really be concerned?
• My 5-year-old daughter seems upset by my recent divorce and started wetting her bed. What can I do to help?
• What types of understanding and communication skills should an almost 3-year-old have?
• My 4-year-old daughter explores private parts of her body. Is this normal?
• How do you calm down your child when she won't quit smart mouthing you and you're a single mother?
• How can I make workouts safe for my kids?
• When can I tell my kids about sex?
• I am worried about having my 3-year-old sedated to have baby teeth removed. Should I be concerned?
• My daughter is acting scared of growing up. Is that bad?
• How can I deal with my anger toward my son's behavior?
• What are the effects smoking has on breastfeeding?
• My son is marrying a woman with two young children. What is my role as a stepgrandparent?
• Should young children get the chicken pox vaccine?
• My son gets in trouble at preschool almost daily. How can I get him to cooperate at school when I'm not there?
• My 9-month-old will only eat adult food. Could you give me some tips on nutritious meals for her?
• Our 3-year-old twin son is very physical and at times destructive. What options do we have in identifying the problem and or as a solution?
• Should young children get the Chicken Pox vaccine?
• How can I make sure my kids get cardiovascular exercise?
• At what level should my 2-year-old be at in regards to speech and language skills?
• I'm worried that my son is too small for his age. Could that change at some point in the future, or is growth rate pretty steady and predictable?
• A child in my preschool class will not talk. Any advice?
• Are there any hotels that offer activities to keep children entertained so the parents can have a break?
• How do I help my 10-year-old feel secure away from home?
• I have suffered from eczema for most of my adult life. I am now in my fifth week of pregnancy and am suffering from a terrible outbreak. Is this common for eczema suffers during pregnancy?
• Is free play an important part of childhood?
• Are there any risks for a non-immunized child to go swimming in the local swimming pool?
• Am I being over protective? Should I let my 18-year-old daughter stay overnight when she visits her 23-year-old boyfriend?
• Should we let the kids see us argue?
• How do you teach a 16-year-old boy to respect a teacher that doesn't seem to respect the students?
• Do you think it's OK to tell a 5-year-old that his father, who is not living with us, has a drug problem?
• Why do so many children in daycare have emotional and behavioral problems?
• I have never had chicken pox and want to know what are the risks if I contract them once I am pregnant?
• My ex-wife and I have started seeing each other again. Should we tell the children?
• Is there a way to diagnose a child with ADD from a child that is just not disciplined?
• My daughter is 31 months and has recently developed a fear of the dark. Other than a night light, what can I do to help her?
• I have 1-year-old twins and another baby on the way. Is it OK to have all three children in the same room?
• Should children get the flu shot?
• What can happen to someone who suffers from incontinence and who decides to remain indoors and not socialize for fear of leaking?
• What is jaundice? How come babies are born with jaundice and is it something I should worry about?
• How am I going to find peace and quiet with a new baby?
• At what age should children of different sexes stop bathing together?
• Don't studies show that vegetarian children are smaller than average?
• How can I broach the fact that my daughter's sweat smells?
• What is the most commonly prescribed drug for allergies in children?
• What are the dangers of giving young children caffeine?
• How can I get my son's grandparents to realize that their behavior is destructive and totally opposite of what is needed to help our son and their grandson become a responsible adult?
• I am the single father of 3-year-old twins (boy and girl). Their mother died when they were a few months old, and they have recently started asking why they don't have a mother like other children. How should I approach telling them without hurting them emotionally?
• Is it OK if I sometimes let my children play by themselves?
• What exactly is puberty?
• Why does my daughter answer a question with "I don't know'?
• Could stuttering be a sign of a neurological problem?
• How can I keep my negative feelings about men from affecting my sons?
• I'm in the middle of a divorce and live with my girlfriend. How can I introduce my children, ages 5 and 3, to her in a way that they can understand?
• My sister says children should not go on cruises. Is she right?
• What can happen to someone who suffers from incontinence and decides to remain indoors and not socialize for fear of having an accident in public?
• How often should I sterilize my baby's toys and rattles?
• How many extra calories do I need take in to tandem nurse?
• How should I cook apples for my baby?
• I am making my baby homemade baby food. How long can I store the pureed foods in the freezer safely?
• How do preschoolers develop socially?
• My 2-year-old son drools constantly, but doesn't have a speech delay. Should I be concerned?
• Is it possible to hold 15-month-old twins too much or give them too much attention?
• Do you have any tips on entertaining kids on long car trips?
• My twins have motor skill delays. What sport or activity would be good for them?
• Are there ways to encourage more than one or two word replies from my preschooler?
• Are my kids being overstimulated with so many extra-curricular activities?
• Is it normal for a 4-year-old boy to occasionally dress up in his sister's clothes, then be ashamed when he's caught?
• I have 13-month-old twin boys who are clingy and nervous around other people. Is there anything I can do?
• My toddler is not as talkative as the other children he is around that are the same age. Why?
• What is the best place to breastfeed on an airplane?
• Why is it that pregnant women should not be around and change cat litter boxes?
• How can I help my 1 and a half-year-old socialize more?
• At what age is it OK to give children aspirin?
• What are the most serious childhood illnesses I should worry about with my child who is in daycare?
• Should children see the dentist more frequently and brush differently than adults?
• Should children see the dentist more frequently and brush differently than adults?
• How can my wife and I stop fighting over how to discipline our children?
• Why is it so important for kids to eat well-balanced meals?
• At what level should my 13-month-old be at in regards to speech and language skills?
• Can I "pump and dump" while on Clomid and then resume breastfeeding my daughter?
• What is the best way to approach your physician to discuss adult incontinence if you are embarrassed to bring up the subject?
• My toddler uses gestures mostly to communicate. For example, he'll point if he wants his juice. How can I get him to use his words?
• My mother insists it's her right to discipline my children even when my husband and I are there. I feel she should only discipline them when we've left them in her care. Who’s right?
• Should I allow my 3-year-old twins to select their own activities, or have more structure to get them ready for preschool?
• Should my toddler be exercising? When do kids need regular (daily) exercise?
• Every other word out of my daughter's mouth seems to be "like." It drives me nuts! What can I do about it?
• Is it normal for a 4-year-old to have breast development to the point of needing a training bra?
• My toddler is already a couch potato. Should I be concerned, and what can I do about it?
• How can I minimize the jealousy one of my twins feels when they see the other twin in my lap?
• My older daughter tends to talk for younger sister. Could this hinder her speech skills?
• Is it safe to get a flu shot while breastfeeding?
• I read in my 10-year-old's diary that she is looking at porn on the Internet. What should I do?
• How can I tell my mom and dad that I wet the bed at night? I'm 15 years old.
• My 2 1/2-year-old autistic son wakes every night but is still clearly tired. Any suggestions?
• Do kids need to bathe daily?
• Do kids need to bathe daily?
• When taking road trips with toddlers and preschoolers, is it better to schedule the bulk of the driving during sleeping times (naps or at night) or awake times?
• My 3-year-old gets dry patches on his legs. What can I do?
• I've been told my daughter uses too many "filler words." What does this mean?
• I worry that I don't have that mother-baby bond with my twins. Is there something I can do to ensure they know I love them?
• What can I do at home for my child's tummy troubles?
• What kind of things can parents do to keep children
• What are the developmental benefits of music, and how do I get a reluctant child to participate?
• Do you have any tips on preventing dehydration in babies and toddlers?
• My son has a fall birthday. How can I decide if he is ready to start kindergarten?
• How can I curb my 8-year old son's rude behavior?
• I live in Indiana but am traveling to Illinois. Which state's child restraint law do I follow?
• How can I help my 8-year-old son focus more on what he's doing?
• My preteen daughter has a very bad attitude. Is it too late to change her?
• Is there a nutritional supplement to relieve my 5-year-old's leg cramps (growing pains)?
• My preschooler asks all the time if he can sleep in the crib with his 1-year-old brother. Would this be OK?
• Why is my baby's emotional development important?
• What are some of the advantages of putting a child in daycare?
• Will breastfeeding cause physical arousal?
• Can you tell me more about the recall on infant cold and cough formulas?
• I am teaching my 3-year-old Swedish, German and English all at once. Is this OK?
• When can I feed my baby juice?
• Should I continue giving my 12-month-old a nap even if he resists?
• My 2-year-old already knows his ABCs, counts well and recites many nursery rhymes. Is he gifted?
• How can I ensure the safety of my children when traveling abroad?
• When a child has diarrhea, are there any foods you should not give them?
• What advice would you have for parents who are dealing with bullying, whether it's their child doing the bullying, or being bullied?
• Can reducing milk in my 5-year-old's diet help with bedwetting?
• I am so afraid of RSV and the rotavirus. How can I keep my newborn safe from these illnesses?
• My child found my mother's package of Depends and asked why she wears grown-up diapers. What is the best way to handle this? Is honesty always the best policy?
• My 2-year-old is being bullied by her cousin. What should I do?
• At what age should a child be able to stay dry throughout the night?
• At what age should a child be able to stay dry throughout the night?
• My son is trying to hold a fork all by himself. How can I teach him this skill? Any tips?
• How can I help my shy 27-month-old adjust to a new daycare setting?
• What are some signs of stress to look for in a child's behavior when dealing with the death of a family, friend or relative?
• With Christmas coming up, I'm concerned with my 5-year-old's inability to share. Any suggestions?
• How can I encourage social play for my 3-year-old at home?
• When is the right time to introduce my 22-month-old twins to a bed?
• My baby sucks his bottom lip, and it is very sore. What can I do?
• Can older children be traumatized by seeing their mother breastfeed a baby?
• Sometimes my toddler will substitute or omit a word when he's talking. Is this normal?
• Is it better to stay in an unhappy marriage when the children and very attached to both parents?
• My 3-year-old daughter walked in her sleep last night. Should I be concerned?
• What is Central Auditory Processing Disorder?
• How can parents encourage children to get involved in sports?
• Do vaccines for children have mercury in them? I've heard they can be more harmful than good.
• If you find your daughter's diary and see things that worry you, should you confront her about it?
• Why is the quality of adult interaction so important for a baby's emotional development?
• Why are so many parents holding their kids back from entering kindergarten?
• My 8-year-old daughter has been invited to a slumber party. One of the girls invited had lice recently. Is it OK to let my daughter go?
• My husband is having an affair and I have told him it is time to leave. Who should tell our 9- and 11-year-olds?
• Do TV shows like Teletubbies have an influence on a preschooler's language?
• Should I encourage my 9-month-old to have a hand preference?
• I am concerned about my 4 month-old son rolling from his back to his stomach when he sleeps and SIDS. What should I do?
• My daughter is about to start kindergarten, but has trouble being understood by people when she talks. What can I do to help her?
• My 15-year-old spends so much time alone. Is this normal?
• How often should my child be engaging in weight training?
• My 5-year-old's sweat has a strong odor. Is this normal?
• My son says "um" a lot when talking. Any tips on getting him to stop?
• My daughter is pregnant, and both of the baby’s grandfathers want to be called the same name by the grandchild. Any advice on how to handle this?
• What can I do about my daughter's excessive talking in preschool?
• My 2-year-old son has recently started playing more with other children. Since then, he's gotten sick more often. What can I do?
• My 25-month-old daughter is very aggressive with other children. What should I do?
• How common is it to have more than one child in the home with ADD?
• My 2-year-old grandson eats everything in sight. What should we do?
• How can I teach my 3-year-old about racial diversity?
• How is the death of a family pet best explained to a 3-year-old?
• Which foods are considered a choking hazard for small children?
• How hard is it to adopt as a single mother?
• Is it OK to give a toddler Dramamine?
• Is salmon OK for young children?
• At what age do infants start teething?
• Are there any parenting classes to help frustrated parents deal with out-of-control, destructive children?
• How harmful is trying a cigarette for the first time at ages 9 to 12?
• What type of childproof containers could you store shampoo and dishwashing liquid in?
• Is strength training OK for children?
• Is it normal that our 22-month-old doesn't like to play with other kids?
• Is it normal that our 22-month-old doesn't like to play with other kids?
• Is my child wetting the bed just to get attention?
• My 2-year-old has started repeating words. Should I worry?
• What is the school's role when a child is diagnosed with Central Auditory Processing Disorder?
• My 3-year-old stutters when saying "I" and "you." Should I be concerned?
• My 18-month-old nephew never utters a sound. Should I be concerned?
• My husband and I have recently divorced. One of them, the 8-year-old, has been acting out, including wetting his bed. Is he doing this just to get attention?
• Is it imperative that 3-year-olds attend preschool?
• How contagious is the flu? How is it spread?

• I try not compare my 3-year-old to other kids, but he seems really behind in terms of speech. What should I do?

• How much Halloween candy should I let my children consume and does sugar really cause hyperactivity?
• How can I encourage my 1-year-old to share?
• My daughter imitates her teacher who has a frontal lisp. Can this affect her speech?
• What is a lisp?
• At what age do I allow my son to make his own curfew?
• When I picked up the phone, I heard a boy using extreme, sexually-related profanity while talking to my 12-year-old stepdaughter. Should I have confronted the boy instead of hanging up?
• What advice would you have for parents who are dealing with bullying, whether it's their child doing the bullying or being bullied?
• What should I look for in an organized physical activity program for my child?
• I walked in on my 7-year-old daughter in the bathroom fondling herself. What is the best way to approach this?
• I am still nursing my 38-month-old daughter and I want to go on until she weans herself. When should I expect this to happen?
• What are some warning signs for ADHD, and what can parents do to prevent it?
• What effect will the onset of menstruation have on my 11-year-old daughter's bedwetting?
• My 3-year-old son has a hard time going back to class after being on the playground. What can I do?
• Could my son have SPD? What sort of testing is done to find out?
• When should we be concerned that my son is not talking? He is 20 months old.
• How will I be able to tell when I am ovulating?
• Since my divorce, my 8-year-old has been wetting the bed. Any ideas on how to handle this?
• My 7-year-old daughter had two episodes recently where she felt like she could not get enough air. Could this be a sign of asthma?
• My 3 and a half-year-old frequently refers to himself in the third person. Should I be concerned?
• My 6-year-old daughter trusts every stranger she meets despite all my warnings. How do I make her understand it's very dangerous?
• When my son grows bigger but still remains a deep sleeper, will he continue wetting the bed?
• My 5-year-old son is very pigeon-toed. Should I be concerned?
• My 4-year-old has a hard time showing empathy/sympathy towards others. What can I do?
• How can I get my 5-year-old twin boys to eat normally? All they eat is cereal and biscuits and won't even try anything else.
• My husband and the father of the children passed away two years ago after a long battle with cancer. How do I move on with my life and happiness without compromising my children's?
• Do you feel it's more the school's responsibility or the parents' to stop the bullying?
• How can I best prepare my children for our upcoming move?
• Is it still healthy for a child to breastfeed for extended periods?
• I tried to interview a preschool teacher once, but she was too busy with the kids. Should I just forget interviewing her since she is obviously so focused on the kids?
• My 8-year-old son wets the bed but is embarrassed that he can't wear regular underwear to bed. How do you let your kids know it's nothing to be embarrassed about?
• What should I do if I suspect my 7-year-old son has a learning disorder? Where do I have him tested?
• I've heard you should not give children Tylenol. Why?
• Is it appropriate to spank my child who is under 1 year old?
• How can I stop my older daughter from picking on her younger sister?
• How can I stop my older daughter from picking on her younger sister?
• My 5-year-old is asking for lots of privacy lately. Is this normal?
• My son-in-law hits his children when he gets upset with them. I want to tell him not to hit them in the face but I don't know how to handle it.
• Can children be allergic to strawberries?
• How can I make the idea of going to kindergarten easier for my preschool students?
• My 11-year-old's eczema has returned after being dormant for two years. Is this normal? Could stress be a factor?
• My 16-year-old son has just informed us that he does not want to play football anymore. I think he is making a mistake. What can I do?
• My child is now 3. Is it still beneficial to breastfeed?
• My 3-year-old began to stutter after her dad's national guard unit was activated. What should I do?
• My husband is having an affair and not interested in reconciliation with me. How should I handle this situation with my teenage sons?
• How can I encourage my 10-month-old to drink from a cup? He seems interested, but can't seem to master it, so he gets frustrated.
• Why is the quality of adult interaction so important for a baby's emotionaldevelopment?
• How can I prevent colic in a newborn?
• My grandchild lives in another state. What are some ways we can stay connected?
• My kids are couch potatoes. All they want to do is watch TV. What can I do?
• What medicines/first aid items are essential to pack when going away with young children?
• I know play can help develop all sorts of skills, including language. What is the best time to play with a child?
• My 2-year-old son is very withdrawn from people. He will only speak to his father, one sister and me, and he is also struggling with an eating disorder. What should I do?
• How do I talk with my daughter about her dating choices?
• Is it necessary for preschoolers to have computer skills?
• How can I get my toddler to eat vegetables?
• My 5-year-old son was diagnosed with mild/moderate autism and ADD. I can't control him, what should I do?
• My daughter bites her nails. Should I be concerned?
• What is the difference between autism and spectrum disorder?
• My son enjoyed preschool, but now does not want to go."
• Isn't my 12-year-old too young to be picking one thing that she wants to do as an adult? How can I help?
• My daughter is one of the last to be picked up at her preschool, and she is always crying when I get there. What can I do?
• Would a non-native English-speaking nanny delay language development in my 2-year-old triplets?
• My son is very hurt by his preschool classmates saying they don't want to be his friend. How do I explain their behavior to my 4-year-old?
• How can I help twin toddlers who refuse to speak?
• Are children who are exclusively breastfed at a greater risk for experiencing Vitamin D deficiencies?
• Should a child's savings be in the baby's name or in the parent's name?
• Is there a safe way to have twin toddlers share a twin bed?
• With petting zoos in the news recently, I am afraid to take my children. Are they safe?
• Are all snacks considered junk food?
• Should strength training be a solo regimen for kids or a family affair?
• Does premature birth affect speech development?
• My 14-month-old son is allergic to cheese, yogurt and milk. What should I put in his diet to replace cow's milk?
• What are the statistics for healthy, "normal," babies to be born to women over the age of 48?
• How do I get my 17-month-old to stop hitting other children?
• My 18-year-old stepson has decided to quit high school, but doesn't want to work. What can I do?
• When should I start to worry about my child's bedwetting?
• I've read that I should limit the amount of fruit juice I give my children. Are smoothies made with fresh fruit better for them?
• How can I stop my older daughter from picking on heryounger sister?
• My 3-year-old is hard to understand and sometimes uses the wrong word. For example, he says "my" instead of "I." Should I be concerned?
• Should I wean my daughter before I go away for a week?
• How can I get my 2-year-old child to eat?
• How accurate are those cost projections for raising a child?
• I've heard that a woman who is breastfeeding is already predisposed to getting breast cancer. Is this true?
• Should parents avoid sending their children to public schools?
• My daughter is being bullied at her preschool. What can I do?
• How can I help my son with his emotional eating?
• My almost 5-year-old wets the bed. Should he see a doctor or is this normal?
• When my 4-year-old son wants to speak, he has to stomp his feet on the floor for a word to come out. I've been told it will go away in time. Is this true?
• My 3-year-old, who has advanced language skills, has decided to talk like a baby. Besides telling him to talk like a big boy, what can I do?
• I care for my elderly mother and sometimes I get very frustrated, though don't want to take it out on her. How can I release my frustrations without affecting my mother?
• At what age does a baby develop allergies and what can a parent do to prevent them?
• When should a child be given a key to the house?
• My 1-year-old has started touching her genitals and stares at the little boy I watch when I am changing his diaper. Is this normal?
• I have had saline implants for three years. Will I be able to breastfeed?
• My mom feeds foods like french fries and sherbet to my 10-month-old. Is this harmful?
• When should a child be given a key to the house?
• What effect does being on antibiotics on a daily basis have on small children?
• What foods should be eaten or avoided to ease my grandchild's eczema?
• Can a 5-year-old really get braces?
• My 5-year-old daughter hasn't even lost a baby tooth, but my dentist wants her to see an orthodontist. Can children this young really get braces?
• My son is almost 5 years old , but can’t speak in full sentences. He’s been diagnosed with DVD. What else could be wrong?
• Occasionally I let my toddler sleep in the crib with my infant son. Is this OK?
• My friend is an excellent stepmother. The other night the children's mother committed suicide in the same house as them. What do I say to them?
• How do I ease separation anxiety in my child when I drop him off at preschool?
• My son is almost 5 years old , but canŴ speak in full sentences. Heų been diagnosed with DVD. What else could be wrong?
• What are the benefits or lack of benefits for a child continuing to nurse at 2 1/2 to 3 years old?
• In a small apartment, how do we make space for a baby?
• My 3-year-old daughter has developed emotional problems. I am pregnant. Could this be related?
• My daughter does not have a long enough attention span to sit still at a meal and fill up. How do I get her to eat enough during the day so that she doesn't eat in the middle of the night and is she getting enough nutrients from the combination of adult food and three bottles of Isomil a day?
• How should I treat my child's flu symptoms?
• How can I help my 3-year-old understand the concept of "why" questions?
• My 2 1/2-year-old was speaking so well and advanced for his age. In the past week he has really started stuttering and at the same time batting his eyes and doing odd neck jerking. What could be causing this?
• Other people have trouble understanding my 2-year-old. Should I be concerned?
• What are some ideas for homemade baby foods I can make for my 8-month-old grandson?
• What causes some children to have a fear of using the toilet for a bowel movement?
• How long after ingestion does it take for caffeine to enter and exit my breastmilk and get through the baby's system?
• Are there ways to encourage more than oneor two word replies from my preschooler?
• My 2-year-old talked fine, then suddenly began to stutter. Should I be concerned?
• Can a child overdose on vitamins?
• I have a teenager who is still wetting the bed. How should I approach her about this and what can I do?
• How can I help create a setting that will nurture a long lasting friendship between my two boys?
• My 13-month-old daughter gets mad when I hug or kiss my husband. Please give me advice.
• What kind of food do children prefer, and what is the biggest influence on their taste preference? Or is it from birth?
• We have a 12-year-old grandchild that lives with us. We have done all that can be done to help him have dry nights. Any suggestions?
• My daughter (age 6) wets the bed after she's had a stressful day. She seems to be sleeping too deeply to wake herself to use the bathroom. Any ideas?
• When my 4-year-old daughter plays with her friend, also 4, one takes on the role as a bully. This has caused friction between our families. What can I do?
• How can I help my fifth-grader develop better study habits?
• Is it normal for my 15-year-old son to not have gone through puberty yet?
• What are the top reasons a parent brings a child to the emergency room?
• Can play help develop speech and language skills?
• I'm taking valium – can I breastfeed my baby?
• My 20-month-old is from a three-language household. Any advice?
• I have a 3-year-old child with PDD-autism. He refuses to use the potty. Any suggestions?
• Can snacks be a positive part of my child's diet?
• My preteen is still wetting the bed. How should I approach him about this, and what can I do?
• Which countries allow single parents to adopt?
• Is it a good idea to give a 4-year-old an allowance?
• My 3-year-old echoes what I say to her rather than coming upwith original thoughts. Should I be concerned?
• My 10-year-old makes loud crazy noises. He needs to be told many times in order to stop. Could he have ADHD?
• What kind of services should an adoption agency offer post-placement?
• My 14-year-old daughter has become unruly and disrespectful. Is it OK to spank her?
• At what point should I become worried about my 4-year-old son's aggression and hyperactivity?
• What should I do about my child's lisp?
• I am a single, professional woman in my early 20s. If I want to adopt in five years, what should I be doing now?
• My children's father only sees his them once or twice a year. Should I cut these visits out for the sake of my children?
• At what age can a child be tested for allergies?
• How can I get my preschooler excited about vegetables?
• What is my role as the step-mother of two preteens?
• My son likes to hit. I've tried everything to get him to stop. Any advice?
• How much is too much alcohol per day?
• My 9-year-old stepdaughter recently told me that she and the neighborhood boy kissed. Is this normal?
• My 7-year-old still talks with a slight lisp. Should I consider speech therapy?
• What is Roseola, and could my 6-week-old baby be at risk?
• I am having trouble breastfeeding my baby. Can you give me information on breastfeeding and nutrition?
• My overly-affectionate child complains the other children in his preschool won't play with him. Should I talk with his teachers?
• My 10-week-old still isn't smiling much. In fact, she's pretty non-interested in social interaction. Should I be concerned?
• What is the best over-the-counter medication to take for a sinus headache that's safe for children and adults?
• How can a travel book help me plan my next trip?
• Who is at risk for lead poisoning?
• My son is 4 years and 9 months old and has been diagnosed with ADHD. His doctor wants us to try Strattera. Is this overkill?
• Should I expect my 5-month-old daughter to be sleeping through the night?
• What financial matters should be covered in a will?
• How can I protect my sons from my soon-to-be ex-wife's drinking and anger?
• My daughter is about to start kindergarten. She has trouble with the letter "r" and a slight lisp. What should I do?
• My 2 1/2-year-old daughter's father died recently. I am unable to console her. What do you advise?
• Educationally, what should a 4-year-old be able to do?
• What type of medication is most commonly used in children for infections?
• My child loves being outside. How can I work on skills and enjoy the outdoors with him?
• Is 10 months too early to discipline twins when they are into things that I don't want them in?
• I want to wean my 13-month-old daughter because she can't sleep without nursing -- is she too young?
• Should I seek counseling for my rebellious stepdaughter?
• Do children learn through play?
• What sort of things can we do to stay active as a family?
• My 3-year-old is terrified of the dark. What can I do to help her sleep alone at night?
• How can I help my 4-year-old twins, who are very attached to me, have a great experience at preschool?
• Is it OK for preschool-age children to drink high protein drinks for breakfast?
• My 4-year-old stutters when saying even the simplest words. Will he outgrow this?
• I am considering raising my children vegetarian. Do people still have the same thoughts about vegetarians, or has thinking come around that we can satisfy our body's needs?
• Is it safe to take fish oil supplements when pregnant?
• My 20-month-old son isn't talking yet, not even "ma ma" or "da da." At what point do I have him evaluated?
• Sometimes my baby's breathing seems labored. Is this normal?
• My 18-month-old twins seem jealous of each other at times. How should I handle this?
• My son, Justin, is now 11 years old and is still wetting the bed. I am willing to do anything possible for my son's self-esteem. What can I do?
• My 3-year-old son has problems sleeping by himself. What should I do?
• When should my daughter start to talk?
• When should my daughter start to talk?
• My 9-year-old has a friend who tells her that if she doesn't go to church, she will not go to heaven. Is this relationship going to harm my daughter?
• I have twins who need a little push in the self-confidence department. Any suggestions?
• What does it mean when a child has a sprain?
• My 8-year-old is the youngest and tallest boy in his class.He does not have an aggressive bone in his body. I've encouraged him to play baseball and soccer, almost forcing him to finish the baseball season. Am I being too aggressive?
• My 22-month-old son pinches, hits and scratches himself. What should I do?
• My 18-year-old is doing drugs and drinking. I made him leave the home. Should I let him back or make him face the decision that he made on his own?
• My 2-year-old often holds his ears. Could his sensitivity to sound indicate a problem?
• I've noticed that my son sleeps with the covers completely over his head. Is this hazardous to his breathing?
• I will be traveling over 1000 miles in a car with a 3-year-old. Any ideas on how to make this a fun trip for her?
• My daughter refuses to use the public restroom. How can I help her get over this fear?
• I recently noticed my 5-year-old "kissing" a pillow. How should I approach this topic with her?
• Do "strips" work as well as liquid medicines?
• Do cold medicine strips work as well as liquid?
• My cousin and I nurse each other's children when we are babysitting them. Is this harming my child in any way?
• I have a slanted uterus, will this cause pregnancy troubles or miscarriages?
• My child was running a temperature last night, but he really didn't have any other symptoms. After fever-reducing medicine before bed, his temperature is lower, but still not normal. Is there a way I can tell for sure that he is too sick for school?
• Is there a way I can tell for sure that he is too sick for school?
• When should you start speech therapy for a 3-year-old who occasionally says "w" instead of "r" and who has a slight lisp?
• Can you recommend some fun musical games I can play with my toddler?
• My 13-year-old son is preoccupied with sex and is looking for porn on the internet. He purchased condoms in a mall men's room just to try them but says he is not sexually active. Is this normal behavior or should I be concerned?
• My wife and I are divorced and she has custody. Do I need any documentation to take the children on a vacation to Mexico?
• When should my baby start solids? I'm a vegetarian and want to raise my daughter the same.
• What is RSV and is there a vaccine for it?
• What types of insect repellants are safe for my child?
• Is a toilet lock really necessary?
• I am pregnant and planning a trip to India, Thailand, South Africa and Australia. Is it OK to fly and take a 3-month-old to these countries?
• I'm hearing a lot about MRSA on my local news. How can I keep my kids safe?
• My 4 year-old son has been diagnosed with PDD-NOS. Should we be concerned?
• How do I prepare my son for surgery?
• My 4-year-old runs away from me when I pick him up from preschool. How do I handle this?
• To my utter dismay I seem to love one of my twins more than the other. Can I make myself love them equally?
• I am looking for a high-protein shake recipe for children that contains all natural ingredients. Any suggestions?
• How can I make sure my daughter knows that I am interested in her life?
• What can I do about car sickness besides giving him medication?
• Is my daughter's grieving process normal?
• Is my daughter's grieving process normal?
• My daughter is shy. Today her teacher asked if I was aware of her "emotional immaturity." What should I do?
• I just found out my 12-year-old daughter lost her virginity. Could I get some feedback on how to cope with this?
• Is surrogacy legal in Canada?
• How do I know which emergency room to take my child to?
• My 18-year-old daughter left home. How should we handle this without losing her?
• My 5-year-old has been diagnosed with ADHD and is antisocial, destructive and has several phobias. What can I do to help him?
• What are some behavioral modification techniques for ADD?
• My 5-year-old niece will have bowel movements in her pants, but not in the toilet. Her parents recently divorced. Could this be psychological?
• My 4-year-old daughter has been waking up at night and coming upstairs to our room. What should we do?
• How can I help my autistic son, one of triplets, establish a more regular sleep pattern?
• What should I do to properly inform my mature 8-year-old about sex?
• My daughter is cutting herself. Why is she doing this and how do I stop it?
• Is my 16-month-old twin son's constant whining and crying a sign that he is going to have psychological or emotional problems as he grows?
• How can I get my 22-month-old son to feed himself?
• My 2-year-old granddaughter picks the skin around her finger and toenails. How can I stop this behavior?
• How can I help my daughter feel safe even when I'm not
• Is it appropriate for an 8-year-old girl to sleep in her father?s bed?
• My husband has just been diagnosed with bipolar disorder. How do I explain this to my children where they will understand, but not be scared?
• Help! My 8-year-old daughter has major behavior problems. What can I do?
• My son says marijuana smoke is less harmful than a cigar. Is this true?
• How can I engage in meaningful play with my child?
• How can I help my daughter feel safe even when I'm notaround?
• I don't want to push my stepdaughter away, but she is irritating me beyond words. What can I do?
• My son will not drink cow's milk. Is this something I should be concerned about?
• Is it OK for kids to run with their parents?
• My 12-month-old son still wakes up two or three times a night and has difficulty settling himself down to sleep again. I don't believe in the "cry it out" approach. What should I do?
• How can we keep our baby from contracting every little virus that the older kids come in contact with at school?
• How can we keep our baby from contracting every little virus that the older kids come in contact with at school?
• How do I know if my 12-month-old is getting the proper nutrition? He only seems to like Spaghetti-Os and bread.
• My 3-year-old is constantly thirsty and drinks a lot of water. Should I be concerned?
• How can we assure my 10-year-old stepson of his security so he will sleep in his own bed?
• My first baby was formula-fed and healthy. Why should I breastfeed No. 2?
• Help! My 8-year-old daughter has major behavior problems.What can I do?
• How can I get my nephew's parents to be more sympathetic about his bedwetting?
• My kids don't want to eat breakfast before school. Is it really that important?
• How can I tame my child's nasty attitude?
• How can I tame my child's nasty attitude?
• What is the most common reason for bleeding in the first trimester?
• My toddler is a very picky eater and tends to eat a lot of convenience foods. Can you suggest any kid-friendly, healthy alternatives?
• My child just doesn't seem like himself. Should I be worried?
• Is Atenelol a drug that can be taken while trying to conceive?
• Would karate be a good option for my twins?
• What are the benefits of strength training for children?
• Could you tell me what to look for in a good toothbrush and how often one needs to be replaced?
• I take care of my mother, who is incontinent, and my son. I am wondering how to explain to my son why I have to treat Grandma almost as another child (changing underpants, etc.)?
• How can I work with my son's teacher to keep him from acting out at school?
• How do I get my 11-year-old and my 5-year-old to stop fighting every minute of the day?
• My girlfriend and I share the same last name. Will a DNA test show whether or not our child will have any defects?
• What can cause stomach pain in children?
• My nephew screams when he's given a bath.Do you have any suggestions on making bathtime more pleasant?
• Is it true that I should not feed my 1-year-old son honey?
• What should I look for in order to keep my child safe after a fall?
• Can you recommend any books to keep kids entertained while traveling?
• My 1-year-old daughter refuses to drink milk from a cup, she will only take it from her bottle. How do we get her to make the switch?
• We have a strong history of diabetes in our family. How can I ensure that we are not at risk?
• My son was tested for autism, but I was told he has sensory integration (SI). In my search I've noticed Asperger's and SI behaviors are similar. What is the difference?
• Can a child eat too much lettuce?
• Are small fontanels a problem for my baby?
• What are some ways to soothe a colicky baby?
• Do vitamins go bad?
• I have three children, all born by C-section. How can I prevent a uterine rupture during my fourth pregnancy?
• When is it appropriate to serve juice to a baby?
• What should I look for when buying vitamins for my child?
• How can I get my toddler involved in dance besides putting him in a class?
• How does cartoon violence affect a child's behavior?
• What, in your opinion, are the most common reasons that children start developing an eating disorder?
• When does a baby start to see, and how will I know when it happens?
• How can I avoid the latch-on problems I had with my other children with my new baby without the use of breast shields?
• How can I get my teen to take better care of his body?
• How do you know when you should take your child to the hospital?
• My 6-year-old son throws temper tantrums and when I try to talk to him, he either laughs or cries. What can I do to stop this behavior?
• How can I get my teen to take better care of his body – daily showers, washing his hair, wearing deodorant?
• I look after a 7-year-old child with Asperger's syndrome. He is very obsessive about a girl in his class at school. So much so that he does not like her to play with any other children, writes her letters and talks about her constantly. How do I handle this?
• Can you tell me what the correct amount of sleep is for a 3-year-old, a 5-year-old and an 8-year-old?
• My son withholds bowel movements to the point that I worry he will cause damage. How can I help?
• Can children be allergic to soy?
• What can we do to encourage our 3-year-old twins and 2-year-old to sleep at bedtime and stay in their bed?
• Should I enroll my child in an organized physical activity program?
• How can I work with my son's teacher to keep him fromacting out at school?
• When it comes to speech issues, is there really a second, third or fourth child syndrome?
• My baby is due in March and will most likely be born in Australia. How soon after his birth would it be safe to fly to America?
• Why is "tummy time" so important for a baby?
• I am considering attempting to grow strawberries. Are they OK to feed to my toddler?
• We are considering adopting a child with severe language delay from another country. Will this affect how he learns English?
• What are the symptoms of lead exposure?
• What meals are good for a family with some vegetarians and some meat-eaters?
• My friend's 9-month-old baby does not crawl. Also, she does not roll over on her own either way. Is this normal?
• My son is 7. His behavior is terrible. He likes to tell other children to hurt others. How can I curb his behavior?
• My 3-year-old eats very few foods and will not try new things. What can I do?
• I have two girls with hearing loss. Is there any way to heal it?
• Can amoxicillin cause gingivitis?
• My cousin's daughter is staying with me. She takes Adderall XR. Can she eat sugar with this medication?
• My wife and I are separated, and she thinks I coddle our 4-year-old son too much. Is this a problem?
• I was a teenage parent at 15. How can I prevent my 12-year-old daughter from exploring sexual things right now?
• Are sugared cereals unhealthy?
• What can I do to prevent lead exposure?
• Are my stress and anger affecting my unborn baby?
• Are my stress and anger affecting my unborn baby?
• Can I give my children water with liquid cough and cold medicine?
• Can I give my children water with liquid cough and cold medicine?
• What can parents do to enrich a child's language skills?
• What would cause a 4-year-old to have grey hair? Could it be related to diet?
• What's the line between praising/encouraging and discipline when it comes to potty training?
• My son wets the bed. My strategy is to try and ignore it so I don't embarrass him. My friend does the opposite, and is constantly saying encouraging things to her bedwetting daughter. Which is the best approach?
• What should we do about our 14-year-old daughter who smokes?
• Are elementary school-age children too young to have an eating disorder? What are signs to look for?
• When my toddler gets a shot, can I numb the area with a patch or cream so he doesn't feel the pain?
• My 15-year-old daughter admitted that her boyfriend has been coming over for several weeks while we are at work and that they have been having sex. Do you have any advice?
• The nurse at my daughter's school told me to putVaseline in mydaughter's hair and leave it on an hour when she gothead lice. Does this method really work?
• My husband recently moved out. Since then my three children have been getting sores in their mouths. Could stress be causing this, and is there anything I can do to prevent it and treat it?
• Can a male carry the gene to produce twins, or does it have to be the woman?
• How do we meet our toddler's nutritional needs when he's so picky?
• How do we meet our toddler's nutritional needs when he's so picky?
• I can't get my 5-year-old to stop swearing. What can I do?
• What discipline measures can I take to correct a 12-year-old child‘s bullying behavior towards his younger siblings?
• I often wonder what's the right balance between milk and solid food for my 14-month-old daughter. Right now she drinks about 18 to 20 ounces of milk. Is this sufficient for her?
• Isn't vegetarianism a sign of an eating disorder? Will my child develop an unhealthy relationship with food?
• My toddler loves to bounce up and down to the music. Is he too young for a formal dance class?
• Why can't my toddler walk on his toes?
• My mother-in-law is interfering with my role as a father. What should I do?
• My child won't eat anything without dipping it in ketchup. What can I do?
• Can sleeping situations affect my triplets? bonding and getting along with each other?
• How can I encourage my twin toddlers to be bilingual?
• What is the best thing to do to prevent getting headlice in the firstplace?
• We adopted my niece at birth because my sister is mentally challenged. How and when do I tell my daughter?
• How can I insure that an infant program and its activities are appropriate and quality oriented?
• What can I feed my anemic 4-year-old who doesn't like meat?
• What's the truth about playing in the rain? Doesn't the cold, damp weather make you more susceptible to a virus?
• How can I get my 18-month-old daughter to stop screaming?
• My 10-year-old grandson speaks very disrespectfully to me and my husband. Isn't there something that can be done about this?
• What is idioglossia, or "twin language"?
• What can I do to help my twins' language develop?
• Is bedwetting a sleep disorder or is it related to bladder development?
• I want to branch out and try new foods, but I have a toddler. What if he doesn't like it?
• How can I brush my 2-year-old's teeth when he won't let me? And should he be going to the dentist now?
• My husband and I are going through a divorce. I was in the middle of trying to potty train my 3-year-old son. Should I wait until things settle down or continue?
• How old should my baby be before I switch him to whole milk?
• How can I provide a rich language environment for my 1-year-old?
• Do you have any tricks on hiding vegetables in meals?
• How can you distinguish between a bad bruise and a broken bone in a child that's fallen?
• My son is 17 months old, and he always has red cheeks. Is it dermatitis?
• What are the most common infections you see in the emergency room?
• How can I encourage fun family workouts?
• My 2-year-old's best friend is moving away with his mom, while the father will continue to live across the street. How do I explain this to my child?
• How can I make my daughter enjoy bedtime and get the focus off of her bedwetting?
• How are Staph infections transmitted and how can Iprevent them?
• What is the best way to wean my 5-month-old from his pacifier?
• Where is a good place to find videotapes, CDs, etc., for teaching my child different languages?
• How do I stop my 21-month-old twin boys from hitting each other?
• Is biking a good activity for fitness if you have small children?
• How should I cook squash for my small child?
• How many hours of sleep should my 20-month-old twin daughters be getting at night?
• Which meal is the most important for children?
• What can I add to my toddler's oatmeal to make it a little more exciting without adding fat?
• My baby is on her back a lot. Can this cause any problems?
• I've heard that good nutrition can help prevent the effects of lead exposure in children. Is that true?
• I've heard that my pharmacist can add flavorings to my child's medication. Is this true?
• My son will turn 2 in December. Since July or August, he has had this nagging cough.Could it be allergies?
• My son turned 2 in December. Since July or August, he has had this nagging cough. I like and trust my doctor, but we have tried three different medications to cure this cough. Could it be allergies?
• My son starts preschool soon. I am having a hard time teaching him things he needs to know. He gets very frustrated. What should I do?
• My 4-year-old throws tantrums about wanting an ear piercing. What should I do?
• We are considering purchasing a trampoline with sides for our daughter who is almost 2 years old. Is this OK?
• When should I tell my niece that I adopted at birth that she's adopted?
• My son is allergic to milk and milk products. How can I assure he gets enough calcium?
• Why do children develop dark circles under their eyes? Is it due to diet or lack of sleep?
• My child bruises very easily. Can a bruise be so bad that you should see a doctor?
• My 20-month-old is a picky eater and I'm afraid he's not getting enough iron. Any suggestions?
• My 4-year-old has an invisible friend that she blames everything on. Should I be concerned?
• My 6-year-old constantly wets the bed at night. I've tried using an alarm, which worked at first, but now he sleeps through it. What should I do?
• Can I use a handmade quilt in my newborn's crib?
• Should babies eat honey, and do you have any teething biscuit recipes that do not contain honey or eggs?
• Why does my child still wet the bed and what can I do about it?
• One of my 4-year-old's friends told me his parents have a real gun in their home. What's the best way to handle this?
• What can I do to help my daughter overcome shyness?
• My husband says an adopted child will feel inferior to our biological children. How can I argue that?
• My son has Central Auditory Processing Disorder. Do you have any tips on how I can help him?
• Should I let my 15-year-old daughter attend an older kid's party where there might not be any adults?
• My baby's head is very flat from sleeping on his back (as recommended by doctors). Can having a flat head lead to developmental difficulties? Will the flatness go away once he is old enough to sit up or sleep on his side?
• I think my daughter needs some tips in resisting peer pressure. What can I tell her?
• I think my daughter needs some tips in resisting peer pressure. What can I tell her?
• How often should I sit my child on the potty and for how long at each sitting?
• Are topical treatments like ICY HOT and BENGAY safe to use on a child?
• Are topical pain treatments safe to use for a child's knee and leg pain?
• Should I make a big deal about eating junk food at a friend's house, or should I let it slide?
• My son is experiencing daytime and nighttime wetting. What can I do?
• My 11-month-old has started hitting. What should I do?
• At age 37, is amniocentesis really necessary?
• My 19-month-old daughter cries when she has a bowel movement. Besides adding more fiber, what else can I do?
• How can I become a lactation consultant?
• What are the signs and symptoms of Central Auditory Processing Disorder?
• If my nipples are leaking, does that mean I'm pregnant?
• How do I reduce the amount of liquids my son drinks without making him too thirsty?
• I am going through a divorce, and my wife is keeping my son from me. How can I get full custody?
• I'm 39 years old. I've heard that the older you get, your eggs start splitting, increasing your odds of a multiple birth (which I would be very grateful for). Is it likely that I would have a multiple birth?
• How can non-U.S. citizens set up a fund for a baby born in the U.S.?
• My twin boys were premature. Do I go by their gestation age or their corrective age?
• My son will miss starting kindergarten by two weeks, but is ready to go. What should I do?
• If my nipples are leaking, does that mean I'm pregnant?
• I was told there is a relationship between ADHD, enlarged adenoids and enuresis. Can you confirm this?
• My baby's head is a little flat. What can I do to fix this, if anything?
• One of my twins was diagnosed with a two-vessel cord. There are no other problems with her. What other problems can be associated with this when everything else with her was perfect?
• What causes a lisp?
• I am afraid my child will get bitten by bugs, so I keep him inside. Do you have any tips for keeping kids safe from insects?
• How do I know the difference between an outgoing, spirited child and one with ADD? Are there specific indicators for ADD?
• What is dehydration?
• Should my child get the chickenpox vaccine?
• How do I know if furniture is quality furniture?

• My 4-year-old is in speech therapy, but we have lost our insurance. What should I do?

• My 15-month-old granddaughter still doesn't have any teeth. Could there be a problem?
• Can you give me some ideas for fun and active games that we can play indoors?
• My son has just turned 4 and is unable to draw any recognizable figures and shows little interest in trying. What are some fun activities we can do to spark his interest?
• How do I transition my 25-month-old twin son from the bottle to a cup?
• My son wants to wear a sweatshirt out to play when it is too cold. Am I overreacting?
• Now that it's colder, I'm concerned about my child being warm enough. Am I overreacting?
• When can I expect my child to lose his first tooth?
• When can I expect my child to lose his first tooth?
• Should I be concerned about my 3-year-old's swollen lymph nodes?
• How can I get friends and relatives to accept that I don't want my son to drink alcohol?
• Educationally, what should a 5-year-old be able to do?
• How can I discipline without losing my cool?
• Is it normal for my daughter to have a hard time dealing with her period? What can I do?
• How can I get my twin son to sleep through the night and not wake so early in the a.m.?
• How do I handle my 17-year-old niece who is 8 months pregnant and smokes cigarettes like a chimney?
• Do kids need the vitamins with extras (iron, some vitamin C, etc.)?
• What is the Katie Beckett Waiver?
• I have heard of books and people that claim to potty train a child in one day. Is this really possible? Is it preferable?
• My niece may need speech therapy. Who can I contact to get this help for her?
• I love playing catch with my toddler. Besides fun, what benefits do kids get from throwing?
• My children love wraps in their lunchboxes. What are some creative filling ideas?
• How can I encourage my husband to join me and get in shape?
• I am raising my children to be health conscious, but Halloween always throws me for a loop! Any suggestions?
• Help! My son has been singled out by the class bully? How can I help discourage this?
• Another mom I know has such a negative attitude. I've been avoiding her. What else can I do?
• What are some fun green vegetables to serve my children for St. Patrick's Day?
• Can you recommend your favorite baby food cookbooks?
• Can you suggest any books on dealing with a child's disability?
• Is the hepatitis A shot required? If so, by whom?
• I'm having "period-like" pains at 17 weeks. Is this normal?
• I have boy twins. One stopped bedwetting since he was 2; the other one hasn't yet and he's almost 5! Is this normal for twins?
• How do I get my child to eat other foods besides peanut butter?
• My 16-month-old daughter just got her first two teeth two months ago. Shouldn't she have more teeth?
• My ex-wife and I disagree on how to raise our 12-year-old daughter. What should I do?
• My 4-year-old son's grandfather just passed away. Is it appropriate to take him to the grave?
• Is it OK for my 4-year-old to do taped aerobics with me?
• My 3-year-old grandson with PDD/NOS takes a long, late-afternoon nap. If we wake him, he screams and cries for the rest of the evening. Is this normal?
• My 4-year-old daughter recently started preschool and she won't play on the playground with the other kids during recess. How can I help her want to participate?
• My five-year-old is having trouble pronouncing "th's."What do you suggest?
• Which part of the airplane is the safest in the event of a crash?
• I'd like to buy a stability ball to enhance my workouts. How do I buy the correct size?
• Is it harmful for my daughters, ages 9 and 11, to be exposed to parental nudity?
• I have had three consecutive miscarriages. Should I request Clomid or something similar to help me?
• My child loves to jump. Does this help his development?
• What should I do to help my home-schooled 11-year-old not feel so lonely or desperate for friendships?
• We have a 7-month-old and are expecting our second child. They will be 14 months apart. Do we need a second crib?
• My 4-month-old son's doctor checked his blood yesterday and he is iron deficient. How common is this?
• Could my 16-year-old have a caffeine addiction?
• My niece has continually had head lice for almost two months now and I am due to have my baby in about two weeks. Can my baby get lice from her holding him?
• Should a 4-year-old be tested if people cannot understand him?
• What can I do to alleviate teething pain?
• What can I do to alleviate teething pain?
• What foods should be eaten or avoided to ease my grandchild's eczema?
• What should I know about the chicken pox vaccine?
• How can I properly word our
• My 4-year-old throws tantrums at bedtime and refuses to stay in her room. What should I do?
• What are your thoughts about allowing a 5-year-old to continue to sleep with his parents instead of her own bed in her own room?
• Could the vitamins my child takes affect his bedwetting?
• My 3-year-old son is experiencing horrible separation anxiety. What can I do?
• What are the speech milestones for 24- to 36-month-olds?
• My daughter is 14 months and 1 week old. Should she be potty trained already? Is it too early?
• How can I help my baby stay interested in the task at hand during a nursing session?
• Does bedwetting have anything to do with my daughters' prematurity?
• My 2-year-old toddler communicates in many ways, but he is not talking. Should I be concerned?
• Who should get a flu shot? Are flu shots recommended for kids?
• My 3-year-old's behavior fluctuates daily in terms of mood and disposition. Is this normal?
• What should you do if you suspect your child has Central Auditory Processing Disorder?
• My 33-month-old says "me" instead of "I." Is this normal?
• What is the best way to transition a baby from a crib to a toddler or twin bed?
• My 8-year-old son has ADD. What can you tell me about a syrup called Melotone?
• My daughter is about 8 1/2 months old and she refuses to take a bottle. I'd like to give her one bottle a day -- any suggestions?
• My son plays football and complains his knees bother him. Can a chiropractor help, or should he stop playing?
• I'm living with a friend and his daughter. How am I supposed to cope with the daughter's attitude towards me?
• My 13-month-old does not want to walk on his own. Should I be concerned?
• What toys are good for encouraging children to talk and work on language skills?
• What should I feed an 8-month-old that doesn't like vegetables?
• My 2-year-old was potty training for almost three months, and then we had a new baby. Since then, he's reverted back to having accidents. What should I do?
• We don't have a lot of money, and my daughter continues to get teased at school because of her clothes. How should we handle it?
• I don't want my 14-year-old to get pregnant and get lost under the responsibility that goes with it. How can I get that through her thick head?
• I have boy twins. One stopped bedwetting since he was 2; the other one hasn't yet, and he's almost 5! Is this normal for twins? Should I wait longer before asking for medical help?
• My 2-year-old nephew does not say more than 10 words. What could be the problem?
• My 20-month-old daughter is not showing any signs of wanting to potty train. How can I encourage her?
• Can a fortified soy milk provide the same nutrition as whole milk for a 1 year old?
• My 5-year-old has no interaction with her friends or teachers. Should I be concerned?
• My daughter is telling terrible lies. What can I do?
• I've been thinking about adopting an older child. Is it hard to qualify for programs where you first become a foster parent and then adopt the child(ren)?
• How can I help my 4-year-old daughter understand that it’s OK for the baby to nurse, but it’s not OK for her to touch my breasts?
• Can the MMR vaccination cause autism?
• I have been diagnosed with hypothyroidism. Will this cause a risk to my fetus?
• Should our toddler watch scary movies with us?
• Should our toddler watch scary movies with us?
• Do you think kids can be raised to be moral and spiritual without religion?
• My 3-year-old cannot sleep because he's worried about ghosts and monsters. What can I do to help?
• I recently remarried and am now expecting a baby. How do I tell my 9-year-old daughter the news about our growing family?
• My child is out of diapers but continues to wet the bed. Why are we still having the problem? How can we get this under control?
• I've heard that vitamins containing iodine can be harmful. Is this true?
• My daughter is telling terrible lies. What can I do?
• What medications are available to treat ear infections?
• My 12-year-old daughter told me she has been seeing a girl behind my back. She also said she is gay. What should I do?
• My family recently converted to vegetarianism, and we are having a hard time making the adjustment. Why is this such a difficult thing to do?
• Is it normal for almost 4-year-old twins to constantly misuse pronouns or be hard to understand?
• Is my 3-year-old son, who can't count to 5, dyslexic?
• My 3-year-old enjoys dipping foods in yogurt, ranch dressing and other types of dips. What are some different, healthy items for him to dip?
• How can I keep my son, who has a cleft palate, on the right track in regards to speech?
• Once children hit puberty, what sort of hygiene routines or rituals are desirable? Daily showers? Washing hair daily? Washing face daily before bed?
• My 11-year-old is very high strung and yells at me that she wants to live with her dad. What should I do?
• My husband does not want me to breastfeed because he thinks that he's getting cut out of quality time with the baby.
• What is "modeling language"?
• I've replaced the evening feeding with formula. Is there anything I should do to assure my breast milk supply for the rest of the day?
• My husband does not want me to breastfeed. What should I do?
• What is the safest temperature that a baby's and a toddler's room should be when sleeping?
• Are schools required to do lice head checks by law?
• My 11-year-old is very defiant -- what should I do?
• Is fever a normal side effect of the MMR shot?
• How can I help my autisitic child with his bedwetting, without medication?
• Why is my 26-month-old daughter having nightmares?
• Should I let my teen stay out all night for prom?
• What is the best way to handle toddler biting? Should I bite him back?
• Can not circumcising your baby put him at risk for urinary tract infections later in life?
• What are the warning signs that my baby may have a developmental delay?
• We just transitioned our 3-year-old, who spoke mostly a foreign language, into an English-speaking preschool and are concerned because she is not talking to her teachers or peers. What should we do?
• Does beer help stimulate milk production?
• I recently divorced. What things can I do to make sure my kids adjust and do not have problems?
• My four-year-old has a slight stutter. Should Iworry?
• My 5-year-old has already had lice three times. I wash her hair every night. What could I be doing wrong?
• My 8-year-old is scared to death of the dentist. How can I calm his fears?
• Is ODD (oppositional defiant disorder) a chemical imbalance or just a name for defiant children?
• How can I get my two children to play better together and share?
• Is my 2-month-old baby growing too fast on breast milk?
• What’s an adoption homestudy?
• How do we talk to our 13-year-old daughter about her weight?
• Where can vegetarians find support?
• My 3-year-old throws temper tantrums in public. How can I handle this?
• Do you need a passport when traveling from Florida to Hawaii?
• I have a newborn and a 6-year-old son. When the baby was born, I noticed my son wanting to drink from a bottle and suck a pacifier. What should I do?
• I have a newborn and a 6-year-old. When the baby was born, I noticed a lot of "baby"-ness about my older child. He even asked to wear diapers again. Should I let him do this?
• How will I know if my child is dehydrated?
• Why is breastfeeding best for a baby?
• A child in my daycare cries often at minor instances and demands that his mother be called to get attention. How can I get him to stop creating situations where he feels that he needs to lose control?
• Should I tell my 4-year-old son that the man Iŭ going to marry and the man he refers to as ôdadö is not his biological father?
• Does raising bilingual toddlers delay their speech?
• My 2-year-old is very shy around people. What can I do?
• My 3-month-old granddaughter cries every evening. What could be causing it?
• What do you do when everyone in a child's life sees the signs of autism but the mom and dad are in denial?
• I really have tried everything to nurse my daughter, but I'm having severe problems. Do you have any ideas for my situation?
• What is the nutrient content of my breast milk for a 21-month-old, and how insufficient is it?
• How can I ensure my kids eat right during the day when I know the school lunches are not so great?
• I have a 3-year-old who does not sleep at night, is on the go all day, does not listen when I try to make him mind, throws things, does not get along with other kids and will not take time to eat or go potty. Could my child have ADHD?
• Are there certain times of the year that lice are more prevalent?
• How can we help our 25-month-old daughter sleep through the night?
• If we confirm that my daughter has hearing loss, will she ever be able to speak clearly?
• My daughter appears to have no confidence in her statements. Is there anything I can do to help her?
• My 3-year-old son bangs his head whenever he doesnŴ get his way. Should I be concerned?
• How long would humans nurse without societies negative influence?
• Can you suggest some prenatal and postnatal exercises?
• My 4-year-old has trouble with words beginning with "S." Is this normal?
• When my children misbehave in public, I lose confidence in my parenting skills. Any advice?
• My husband and I are separating. How much should I tell my 4-year-old son?
• My son has very bad breath. Is this normal?
• I would like to ask my sister to surrogate a child for my partner and me. Any words of advice?
• What can I do about car sickness besides giving him medication?
• My baby's only nursing at night now. Is this normal?
• What are the risks and side effects of the flu shot?
• How can I get my two children to play better together and share?
• What tests will be baby have at the emergency room?
• I have large breasts and have trouble using a breast pump. What can I do to get more into the bottles than I get on me?
• Can my 10-month-old baby really be weaning herself so suddenly?
• What is the easiest way to make a transition from a crib to a toddler bed?
• My daughter is having a hard time dealing with her brothers joking about her period. How can I help?
• Can I breastfeed three babies, and if not, are there milk banks or wet nurses I can also use?
• I am 35 years old. My husband seems to think that I am too old to be considering pregnancy again. Am I?
• I'm looking for some quick, inexpensive ways to give my home a pick-me-up. Can you help?
• How can I get my 4-year-old to stop hitting me in the groin?
• My 6-year-old still wets the bed every night. Will she outgrow this?
• My 15-month-old is getting a new tooth and has had constant diarrhea. Is this related?
• My 6-year-old still wets the bed every night. Will she outgrow this?
• My son is severely allergic to dairy. Is it OK to give TUMS as a calcium supplement? He is almost 3 years old.
• Are there any foods that might increase my premature twin's weight gain?
• I feel my 11-year-old daughter needs to see a therapist, but my wife thinks I'm overreacting. What should we do?
• Can women breastfeed three babies (I'm of medium build) and if not, are there milk banks or wet nurses I can also use?
• My 12-year-old has never been shy, but all of a sudden she is worried about people liking her. How can I help her?
• What can we do to get through to our 15-year-old about the importance of schoolwork?
• My best friend has offered to carry a child for my husband and me. Can we simply provide her with my husband's sperm?
• How do I talk to my 9-year-old about Jamie Lynn Spears' pregnancy?
• How long before I have a second child should I wean my first? Can he watch me nurse a second child without feeling jealous and left out?
• My son is 22 months old and says only two words. He has no interest in attempting any other language sounds and never mimics any words/phrases we use. Any advice?
• Is flossing really that important? If so, how is it done properly and is it necessary for children?
• Where can I go to find out how much it will cost to adopt internationally and what do I have to do to apply?
• A friend suggested that I have my son's hearing tested and that he could be "on the spectrum." What would you do? Should I proceed with testing?
• It has been a year since my wife weaned our youngest child. Why would her nipples still be sore to the touch?
• I did not breastfeed my first kid. I felt a bit guilty. If I breastfeed my second kid, can I also breastfeed my first kid who will be 1 1/2 years old? Will it be too late?
• My 5-month-old son wakes up every half-hour after 4 a.m. How do I get him out of this routine?
• My daughter shared a secret with me, and I kept the information from her father. I would like your opinion on how I handled the situation
• My husband is encouraging our 1-year-old to have a favorite blanket and take it with him everywhere because he thinks it's cute. Do you recommend this?
• Could my 3-year-old's picking eating habits and drooling be related to his speech delays?
• My 11-month-old son is a picky eater and is losing weight. What can I do?
• How can I get my 2-and-a-half-year-old son to take medication?
• How can I prepare my 3-year-old for our family vacation so we all have a good time?
• Should I be concerned that my 13-year-old daughter doesn't have any close friends?
• My newborn refuses to take my breast. I'm giving him expressed milk now, but I'd like some advice on getting him back to my breast."
• How soon after giving birth can I start exercising?
• My 3-year-old is scared of dogs. What should I do?
• My teen is being picked on at school. Do I tell a teacher, call these kids' parents or leave it alone?
• Will nursing my toddler cause tooth decay?
• I'm pregnant again and still overweight. Can I take an all-natural supplement to help me lose some fat?
• How do I let my child know that she should not be a follower?
• I'm pregnant again and still overweight. Can I take an all-natural supplement to help me lose some fat?
• I'm pregnant again and still overweight. Can I take an all-natural supplement to help me lose some fat?
• I'm pregnant again and still overweight. Can I take an all-natural supplement to help me lose some fat?
• Why can't I get excited about being pregnant?
• My daughter feels like she has no friends. Any advice?
• What is a trust fund and how does it work?
• Is there a speech development problem if twin boys (28 months old) are not speaking except in one- and two-word phrases? Is lack of parental involvement to blame?
• My 12-year-old son does not want to move with us. Do you have any suggestions?
• I am pregnant with my second child and I'm extremely depressed. Is this normal?
• My 3-year-old has become very stubborn since the arrival of the new baby. Is this just a phase?
• When do we tell him of circumstances surrounding his adoption – that we are his grandparents, and his sister is actually his birth mother? HOW do we tell him?
• I am having cramps around my groin area. I have been wondering what it could be and what I can do about it.
• What could be causing my baby's severe eczema?
• How can I keep my toddler safe and healthy at the pool?
• I feel very strongly that newborns DO NOT need to have water. How can I make sure the hospital staff will respect my wishes in this matter?
• How do I let my child know that she should not be a follower?
• How can I take care of a family consisting of two ADD children, an almost always gone husband, and a newborn baby, and be able to recover from the birth without going insane, or hurting myself physically because I have no outside help, and being forced to be more active than I should be in my postpartum weeks?
• How can I make the transition back to work smooth for my baby and me?
• How can I prevent my newborn from being infected with lice?
• My 6-year-old often sees her 8-year-old cousin playing like she's having a baby, and doing CPR and French kissing her brother. Is this normal sexual curiosity?
• How can I keep my 3-year-old occupied while I nurse her baby sister?
• I am pregnant with twins, but my 16-year-old is not happy. Do you have any advice?
• My 3-year-old is doing the things expected of a 5-year-old and is very hyperactive. Will teaching her more help calm her down?
• Should I insist on my twin girls being in the same class for kindergarten?
• My family is considering going vegan. Any tips?
• What are some tips for weaning a 20-month-old who shows no signs of giving up breast milk?
• Does anyone have any idea how to ease nipple pain?
• What kind of support and information do teenagers need to breastfeed successfully?
• Can you tell me more about COBRA?
• Why am I having postpartum pain in my pelvis?
• What can I do about a 1-year-old twin who screams and cries whenever he is left alone?
• Is there any evidence that shows that physical activity is important to the way kids learn?
• How can I get my daughter to focus on her schoolwork?
• Should I be concerned about an E. coli scare?
• What should I expect when I take my baby to the hospital?
• I am afraid that my son will become more and more involved with an outcast group of friends, and he will end up being made fun of by the others. Can you help me?
• My 3-year-old wakes up one to three times a night andcomes into our bed. What can I do?
• I am a single father. How do I talk to my 11-year-old son about sex?
• Are there any foods that a nursing mother should stay away from?
• Do you have a recipe for a fun, but healthy, cake for my daughter's first birthday?
• Our 16-year-old daughter had sex with a 20-year-old boy. What should we do?
• Will running affect my milk?
• My 4-year-old complains of stomach aches throughout the day. I am expecting a baby soon. Is this a normal reaction?
• My nephew does not like to talk in front of the family. Any ideas on how to encourage him to speak up?
• What is the most common reason that parents bring a child to the emergency room?
• My wife is in the hospital, pregnant with triplets. It is up to me to design and create our babies' nursery. Can you help?
• What is the best way to punish a toddler?
• Are there any foods I should avoid while breastfeeding?
• Should I be concerned about an E. coli scare?
• I have a 14-month-old who continuously bites other kids at a home daycare every day. What can I do to help the situation?
• Are there any foods I should avoid while breastfeeding?
• Can you tell me about the most common prescriptions given to children?
• Can I exclusively breastfeed my 6-month-old son for the first 12 months?
• My 3-year-old is always constipated. What can I do?
• When should I start my baby on solid foods?
• My 2-year-old daughter used to be a good sleeper. She would sleep through the night fine, up until we started to have problems with her uncle. Is there any way I can make her relax and know that she is safe so she can return to her sleeping routine?
• My husband doesn't seem to understand or have any sympathy for our tween son who wets the bed. How can I get him to understand and be more helpful in helping our son?
• My new husband had a vasectomy and is considerably older than me. What is the first step that we should take in order to find out if we are able to have children together?
• My son is 18 months old and gags himself when I put him in his crib at night. This occurs one to two times before he finally goes to sleep. What can I do?
• My 14-month-old son is very rough with his 1-month-old sister. How can I teach him to be softer, and that he can hurt her?
• How can I help my girlfriend's 10-year-old sister who lives with her and who is struggling with bedwetting?
• I think my milk has dried up. If it has, should I continue to nurse my 4-year-old or should I make an effort to stop?
• What are the best exercises to tone your stomach?
• I slapped my daughter, and she shoved me to the floor. This situation has gotten totally out of control, and I need some advice quickly."
• I have a 9-year-old boy who has exhibited some bully behavior on the bus. What should we do about the behaviors?
• My husband thinks we should trust our 13-year-old son, and when that trust is broken, we should not make a big deal out of it. Is he right?
• My 20-month-old son has always twirled his hair or mine for comfort when he was tired. Should I be concerned?
• Do you have suggestions on how to start an adoption support/play group?
• Do I have to eat vegetables and fruit all the time to nurse successfully?
• What is an average fee for a Doula? Is this fee often covered by health insurance?
• How can I encourage my daughter to feel comfortable with her body?
• My 14-year-old son says that his friends think I am too strict because I won't let him be in cars or stay out late. Am I too strict?
• I think my child has a speech disability. What can cause this? I'm worried it's because of something I did during my pregnancy.
• Is there anything that I can do to increase my evening supply so I can satisfy my baby's needs and stop supplementing with formula?
• What can my daughter do to ensure that breastfeeding doesn't get off to a rough start?
• I've noticed a tendency for stay-at-home moms to act as "the" parent and treat the dad as a babysitter. My brother is treated this way. Should I say something?
• I have an 11-year-old who is really out of control. He wants for nothing. What can more can I do?
• How dangerous is caffeine during pregnancy?
• How dangerous is caffeine during pregnancy?
• Is there anything that I can do to increase my chance of having a girl?
• We are adopting our nephew who is a shaken baby survivor. Do you have any suggestions for potty-training?
• What is the opinion on an infant's spending time away from Mom on an overnight basis so Dad can have time and equal opportunity to bond with Baby?
• My husband says nursing negatively impacts his relationship with the baby. What should I do?
• How can I breastfeed with such a crazy schedule?
• How can I help my daughter to be less impulsive and more empathetic?
• We love to play outdoors. Do you have any ideas to boost our fun and fitness this winter?
• My 15-year-old has become sexually involved with a boy who is sexually promiscuous and uses drugs. What shall I do?
• How can I accept my 12-year-old stepdaughter after she has made horrible, untruthful accusations?