Explaining gay marriage to a child is something that should be well thought out and should be appropriate for the style of the family and the personality of the child. Deciding how to explain gay marriage to a child is an equally big decision. Many parents believe that incorporating information...

Being prepared for the unexpected is a very important aspect of being a parent. All parents want to look out for the best interest of their child in the event that there is an unexpected accident that impacts the family. Setting up a will or living trust is essential, and knowing the difference and...

Dealing with the death of a loved one or cherished pet is a difficult process for anyone, but children, especially, have a difficult time accepting and understanding the permanence of death. The most important thing when providing emotional support to a grieving child is to let them know that it’s...

Puberty is a time of emotional and physical change in girls that begins around 8 years old and isn’t finished until her late teens, though this timeline isn’t hard and fast says pediatrician Cara Natterson. It’s completely normal for there to be wide variations in the onset and progression of the...