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Fast-paced lives, too many clothes, toys and gadgets, over-scheduled days – Kim John Payne, the founder of the Simplicity Parenting movement, says all of these have contributed to kids under too much pressure. Here's a look at his recipe for change.

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Babies at the Dentist!

Published: 02/08/2013 by Deirdre Wilson in Health & Wellness

Today's dentists want to start seeing children for the first time before they hit age 1. Oral health is crucial to overall physical health, and finding a good "dental home" for your child and family is just as important as finding a doctor.

Mo Willems' beloved pigeon, from his children's book series about a very persistent bird, turns 10 this year – as in 10 years in print. Learn more about this literary giant among young children with our exclusive interview.

Pure Guesswork: Panic Attack in Aisle Three

Published: 05/25/2012 by Steve Calechman in Behavior

The first installment of our new humor column chronicling the adventures of a new dad follows our intrepid hero into a grocery store with his infant son for the first time.

Our 2011 National Parenting Publications Awards for Parenting Resources feature books, gear, web sites and more to make your parenting lives easier. Here, we list the 20 gold-winning products. For all of this year's winners, visit NAPPAawards.com.

A new poll of parents finds that more than 40 percent are giving their very young children over the counter cough and cold medicines to relieve cold symptoms, despite federal warnings against this.

Longtime humor columnist Carol Band has penned her last "A Household Word" column for the Boston Parents Paper. As she prepares to move on to new stages in her life, read her take on parenting "lasts" and why they're much trickier than "firsts.

Homework: Does it Help or Hurt?

Published: 08/26/2012 by Janine DeFao in Education

The debate over homework continues nationwide. Here are guidelines for parents concerned about their child’s homework load.

Add Some Homeschooling to Your Child’s Day

Published: 08/26/2012 by Robert Moskowitz in Child Development

These homeschooling strategies boost children’s learning – and you don’t have to be a homeschooler to try them.