The 'fun' parent loves to play and always says yes to every game—but there are pitfalls to this parenting dynamic. The 'fun' parent might be able to embrace their more creative, child-like side, but ...

Some of my favorite early parenting memories are reading children’s books aloud to my babies. From Sandra Boynton’s whimsical rhyming animal board books to Robert Munsch’s beloved I’ll Love You ...

Scientists have long known that the bond between parent and child is vital to a child's social, emotional, and cognitive development. Secure attachment leads to better emotional regulation, healthier ...

To foster a love of biology and life sciences, nothing compares to encountering a variety of animals and learning all about ...

Parents seeking fun activities for their school-aged children during summer break may not need to look any further than the kitchen cabinet. Think cornstarch, water and liquid food coloring. “A really ...

Before your child even steps out the door every day, their emotional baseline for the day is already set — not by color-coded routines, but by how safe and connected they feel in your presence. As a ...

Children need to hear that their parents love them. Unconditional love makes a difference in their lives. It can boost their confidence, helping them feel proud of themselves. Conditional love causes ...

Grandparents occupy a space in a child's life that parents can't fill—not because parents are doing something wrong, but ...