Parenting

Prevent drownings with these essential tips! Learn how vigilant supervision, swim lessons, and life-saving techniques can make a difference. Stay safe and informed!

Teen dating violence is preventable. Teach your teen to spot abuse, trust instincts, stay safe, and seek help—because recognizing signs early saves lives.

Busy schedules and screen time often crowd out unstructured play, yet it’s vital for kids’ development. Here’s how to prioritize creativity and free play daily.

Play is vital for kids’ growth—boosting creativity, confidence, and emotional health. Prioritize unstructured play daily for healthy development and connection.

Sickle cell disease is an inherited blood disorder caused by a gene defect. When you have SCD, your body’s tissues and organs may not get enough oxygen. Learn about living with sickle cell disease.

Is it possible to get your teen to talk to you? Yes, it is. You’re probably not quite sure when your chatty grade-schooler transformed into a monosyllabic adolescent who would rather scroll away on their cell phone than talk to you about … well, anything.

Bullying has long been a common problem for children in elementary, middle and even high school. While bullying in school and on buses is still a major concern for children, parents, and school administrators, so is cyberbullying.

With recreational marijuana now legal in 24 states and medicinal marijuana approved in 38, it’s understandable to develop a false sense of security about the substance’s safety. But it’s important to remember that cannabis — as it is also known — can be dangerous if misused, especially by teens and children. Being knowledgeable about the drug will help you tell if your child or someone else is abusing it and headed for trouble.