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More High Schools Doling Out Laptops

Published: 08/23/2011 in Education

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Some Massachusetts high schools -- including the communities of Beverly and Burlington -- are equipping students with laptops and iPads to enrich their learning experiences and prepare them for a world steeped in technology.

Portable Pools Are Smaller, Drowning Risk Isn’t

Published: 07/28/2011 by Christina Elston in Health & Wellness

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In spite of their ease and convenience, portable pools still pose the same drowning risks of any body of water. Here are some important and unique safety precautions to keep in mind as your kids use these pools this summer.

Meet the Winner of our 'Worst Vacation Ever' Contest

Published: 07/27/2011 by Boston Parents Paper Editors in Family Relationships

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You think you've had bad vacations? Check out the challenges faced by this Lexington family, the winner of our 2011 'Worst Vacation Ever' contest and the recipient of a nice, relaxing vacation at family-friendly Purity Spring Resort in New Hampshire

Boston Parents Paper 2011 Family Advocate of the Year

Published: 07/26/2011 by Deirdre Wilson in Child Development

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Each year, the Boston Parents Paper honors a person or organization committed to helping local families in need. Our 2011 Family Advocate of the Year is Boston's Room to Grow, which provides supplies and support to families of children up to age 3.

Explore the Breathtaking Beauty of Block Island

Published: 07/25/2011 in Travel

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Hop a ferry to Block Island and be prepared to be blown away by the breathtaking beauty.

Mystic, Conn.: Quaint Seaport for Family Fun

Published: 07/25/2011 in Travel

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A trip to Mystic, Conn. offers a boatload of activities for families.

A Boston Duck Boat Driver Shares His Front-Seat View

Published: 06/23/2011 by Susan Flynn in Family Entertainment

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A Boston Duck Tours driver dishes on what it's like to work for one of the city's most popular tourist attractions.

New Warnings About the Sun and Tanning

Published: 05/26/2011 by Christina Elston in Health & Wellness

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Despite years of warnings about the sun, tanning beds and skin cancer, Americans continue to stay outside too long without enough sunscreen, and many adolescents and adults are using tanning beds. Here's an updated look at a continuing problem.

Local Doctor Helps Parents Understand Their Babies

Published: 05/26/2011 by Susan Flynn in Behavior

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Kevin Nugent, Ph.D, director of the Brazelton Institute at Children's Hospital, Boston, has become an expert in interpreting the language of babies. He has written a new book to help parents decode and understand the behavior of their infants.

Families Gone Wild! Why Roughhousing is Actually Good for You

Published: 04/19/2011 in Child Development

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You may want to stop your kids from all that wild horseplay they like to engage in. But roughhousing boosts their fitness, intelligence, social skills and the bond you share with them. Learn how, along with some roughhousing moves to do together!