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Try Snowshoeing!

Published: 01/25/2013 by Janet Groene in Family Entertainment

Snowshoeing is a fun winter sport for families. Here's what you need for equipment and how to get started.

Great Alternative Sports for Kids

Published: 03/24/2011 by Susan Flynn in Child Development

Not all kids like the go-to sports of football, soccer, baseball and basketball. Here's a look at four alternative sports that are great for kids – badminton, fencing, synchronized swimming and Double Dutch!

School Sports Now More Accessible

Published: 03/24/2013 by Mary Alice Cookson in Education

Schools are now required to make "reasonable" modifications that would allow students with special needs to participate in after-school sports, under new guidelines issued by the federal government.

Follow these driving tips for safety when transporting babies or toddlers in your car this winter.

Get Out! Adventures in the Back Yard

Published: 01/26/2012 by Judy Molland in Gardening & Outdoor Living

Looking for ways to get your kids outside and in tune with nature this winter? Here are two easy ways to do just that.

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month. Educate yourself on the signs of concussion, especially if you have a child who plays sports where head injuries could happen. Here's some great information from the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts.

Concussions: Recovery is More Than Sitting Out a Game

Published: 03/23/2011 by Steve Calechman in Health & Wellness

New state regulations aimed at better protecting child athletes from the dangers of concussions focus on educating adults on how to recognize a concussion and on how long a child might need to recover, physically and cognitively.

Communicating with the Coach

Published: 04/07/2013 by Steve Calechman in Behavior

Your child is on a youth sports team and you don't think he's getting enough playing time. You want to approach the coach but you don't want to come across as an aggressive parent. Here's what you need to know and how to communicate effectively.

Skiing With Kids

Published: 01/04/2013 by Kevin Braun in Family Entertainment

Don't spend your winter indoors. Grab the kids and head up to one of the many ski resorts in New England. Skiing is a great way to get fit and have fun. Equipment and lessons may be much less than you think. Here's what you need to know.

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