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5 Cool School Tools
5 Things Parents Should Know: When Your Kid Goes to a New School
16 Family-friendly April Fools' Pranks To Pull This Year
10 Forts to Build With Kids
5 Fun Scavenger Hunt Ideas
10 Most Common Heirlooms
5 Things to Do Before Passing Down an Heirloom
5 Tips for Dividing Up Your Family Heirlooms
What to Do When You're Out of Baby Formula
U.S. Adoptees May Soon Gain Access to Their Original Birth Certificates
What Causes New Baby Smell?
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As April Fools' Day draws near, many are on the lookout for the best April Fools' pranks to strike the perfect balance between fun and family-friendly. This tradition, rooted in jest and joy, offers a unique opportunity to engage in humorous antics that lead to a good laugh without crossing the line.
In some U.S. states, half of the stores are out of baby formula. How do parents feed babies if they can't get formula? We have some tips.
Since the 1940s, the birth certificates of adopted children have been routinely changed to reflect the history and names of adoptive parents. States across the nation increasingly favor allowing adoptees access to the originals.
By Andrea Ross
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Everyone knows newborn babies smell amazing, but are you inhaling exactly? And what does it do to your brain?
They mow down any and every obstacle and discomfort their child could possibly face in an effort to protect them from hardship. But are they really setting them up for failure?
The number of teens sexting in the U.S. is on the rise, despite it being a serious crime. How do parents make sure their kids don't end up on the wrong side of the law?
Many teens want to work to earn extra cash, but could a part-time job during school have a negative effect?
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What's so wrong with letting your kids walk home from school by themselves? Free-range parents hope to make their children happier and more resilient by allowing them to explore on their own. But not everyone agrees with this style of parenting.
By Dave Roos
Although we associate adoption mainly with children, there are many good reasons why one adult may adopt another. There are also some fraudulent ones too.
By Dave Roos
An app developed by a UCLA scientist and mother was originally designed for deaf parents, but hearing parents can benefit too.
By Alia Hoyt
Are people with the last name Cook more likely to work as chefs? Nominative determinism is the phenomenon that the name a person is given may have a significant impact on their path in life.
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You can add exposure to artificial light to the long list of factors that may affect your body mass index — and maybe even cause cancer.
By Robert Lamb
Every kid dreams of having the ultimate play fort. Here are 10 you can build for your child to make those dreams come true.
By Bambi Turner
Keep the kids busy on rainy days, long car trips, or at the park with these easy scavenger hunt ideas.
If you've never tried scented pillow inserts, you may be missing out on a better night's sleep.
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Fun, productive, and satisfying hobbies that can be enjoyed in short bursts of time.
Today's celebs are steering clear of names like Sally, Dick and Jane, and are instead choosing more bizarre names for their offspring. What are some of the, shall we say, most unique? Put it this way -- we had a hard time pairing down the list.
It's every parent's nightmare -- your child wanders off from you during a camping trip and can't be found. Do you know how to prepare for a camping emergency?
Volunteering is an excellent way to help others. It's also an awesome activity you can do with your kids to teach them how to give back to the community.
By Alia Hoyt
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Parents want to instill character and compassion in their children, but how can they teach kids such values when they're so busy themselves? Here are 10 simple volunteer acts that will help make them better people.
By Dave Roos
Adolescence isn't really about taking the long view: At 14, it might seem as though your pearly whites will stay that way forever. So, how can parents get their teens to take oral hygiene seriously?
By Julia Layton
Here something to chew on: A habit your teen has right now could end up costing his or her health, teeth or even life.
It's natural to want a whiter, brighter smile, but how young is too young for whitening treatments?
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Teens can be moody. Learn what to do if your teen slams the door in this article.
Teens may want to work, but they don't always know how to look for a job. Learn where you can find babysitting jobs for your teen in this article.