Early Childhood

From daycares and early education sites to home based centers, selecting the right childcare arrangement can mean loads of difficult decisions.

Oct 10, 2011 - Erica Loop

Eek! Not PB and J again. Don't force your child to eat the same humdrum lunch day after day. Get creative so you can keep lunchbox lunches enjoyable.

Sep 30, 2011 - Charlina Stewart

Many parents are distressed if they have a five year old with sleep problems. They feel that sleep disturbances are associated with younger children.

Sep 27, 2011 - Debbie Roome

Uh-oh, it's time for those vaccination shots again. Don't worry. With the right methods, you can easily soothe your child's post-immunization discomfort.

Jul 10, 2011 - Charlina Stewart

Summer is here. What will you do to keep your preschoolers from pummeling your nerves?

Jun 19, 2011 - Charlina Stewart

As an infectious diseases expert and Assistant Clinical Professor in the Dept. of Critical Care, Dr. Adalja, says that not all fevers need to be treated.

Mar 15, 2011 - Elizabeth Batt

Help your three or four-year-old child learn how to clean and tidy. Teach a young child to vacuum, dust and tidy a bedroom.

Feb 7, 2011 - Barb Hacker

Let your child get creative with messy painting activities that don't involve a paintbrush.

Feb 2, 2011 - Charlina Stewart

If your child loves underwater adventures, he'll be ecstatic when you throw him a Finding Nemo-themed birthday party.

Jan 15, 2011 - Charlina Stewart

If you have extra apples in the kitchen, use them for fun activities that will give your child valuable learning experiences.

Jan 1, 2011 - Charlina Stewart

Parents have to stay abreast of their children's growth and ensure that children's teeth and ears are checked and immunizations are up to date.

Dec 29, 2010 - Linette Rabsatt

There is no limit to the creative ways kids can use free SpongeBob coloring sheets off the Internet.

Dec 18, 2010 - Charlina Stewart

February is all about love - and what's not to love about free Valentine's Day coloring pages off the Internet?

Dec 14, 2010 - Charlina Stewart

If you're not quite ready to let go of the magic of Santa at your house, use these tips to continue the little ones' fun and keep older children guessing.

Dec 6, 2010 - Patti Richards

Under the right circumstances, your child's intestines can become a stomping ground for roundworms. These parasites are a nuisance, but they are treatable.

Dec 4, 2010 - Charlina Stewart

Waiting for Christmas can be tough for impatient young children. Parents can create projects and activities to help make the countdown till Christmas fun.

Nov 24, 2010 - Julie Ackendorf

Let's take a look at some common myths about children and see if they are true or false.

Nov 14, 2010 - Toby Welch

Falls in children are inevitable as they explore their surroundings and get used to how their bodies work. But childhood falls can be deadly.

Nov 14, 2010 - Toby Welch

Want to keep your munchkins out of your hair while you prepare Thanksgiving dinner? Free Thanksgiving coloring pages and activity sheets will do the trick!

Nov 7, 2010 - Charlina Stewart

Make your holiday tree sparkle this year by mixing store-bought decorations with Christmas ornaments your kids make at home.

Nov 6, 2010 - Charlina Stewart

Kids have busy little hands, and they love using them to make all sorts of fun Christmas crafts.

Oct 27, 2010 - Charlina Stewart

Looking for cool Xmas gifts for kids? Try these ideas for the best Christmas presents ever, sorted by age group from toddlers to pre-schoolers.

Oct 22, 2010 - Victoria Nicks

Talking to young children about their art develops creativity, self-esteem, and language when the talk is focused on art vocabulary and the child's efforts.

Oct 21, 2010 - Nicole Fravel

A major source of concern for childhood falls, the very real risk of kids falling from windows and balconies.

Oct 21, 2010 - Toby Welch

Get children excited about sprucing up the house for the holidays with free printable Christmas ornaments and decorations off the Internet.

Oct 13, 2010 - Charlina Stewart

Everything (and everyone) these days has to be "family-friendly.". This article examines various reactions to that need.

Oct 5, 2010 - Paula Thomas

Nature offers some great educational material, and much needed exercise, for small children. Learn why it is important to take your child outside.

Oct 4, 2010 - Kelly Dupree