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If ice skating is on your family's winter agenda, these safety and how-to tips will get you started.

Group presents autism-friendly performance of Annie

Published: 01/11/2013 by Jennifer Sammons in Special Needs

Open Door Theater is offering a unique live theater performance of their musical Annie specially adapted for audience members on the autism spectrum.

5 Things You Need to Know About Your Money

Published: 01/04/2013 by Christina Elston in Family Finances

Ignoring your money, even if you have a spouse who handles the family finances, is not a good idea. Your partner may not be as adept at money management as you think. Here are five things you both need to know about your finances.

The HPV vaccine has been the subject of controversy and debate since its offering a few years ago. Here, pediatrician Eli Newberger, M.D., offers a medical opinion on why this vaccine is so important for girls and boys, even at ages 9-12.

This year's flu season is a bad one. Public health officials are urging everyone eligible to get vaccinated. Here's a look at some of the common myths circulating about the flu vaccine. Don't wait – get vaccinated!.

As the economy continues to struggle along, a new report reveals that families are relying on wives' income at record high levels to help make ends meet.

Autism's New Definition: What It Means for Families

Published: 11/30/2012 by Christina Elston in Behavior

A proposed overhaul of the way autism is defined has some parents worried that their children's diagnoses and services are in jeopardy. But health providers say most kids will retain the diagnosis under the proposed guidelines.

New England Aquarium Transforms!

Published: 11/09/2012 in Education

The New England Aquarium in Boston is in the midst of a 10-month renovation, mainly to the giant ocean tank that is the centerpiece of this beloved family attraction.

Backpacks: Teach Your Kids to Wear Them Safely

Published: 11/02/2012 by Clare Safran-Norton, Ph.D. in Education

School backpacks can do more than carry books; they can injure your kids if not worn properly. Here's some great information and tips from a Boston physical therapist who sees plenty of patients with backpack-related injuries.

Finding the Right Preschool for Your Child

Published: 11/02/2012 by Millicent Skiles in Child Care

It's the time of year when parents are looking into preschool for their young children. Preschools in eastern Massachusetts are hosting open houses and offering tours. Here are some tips on selecting the right school for your child.