Research shows Helping children develop healthy habits at a young age can help lower their risk for heart disease, stroke and other major health problems later in life. that a child’s cardiovascular ...

Research in the field of childhood development shows that experiences and habits formed during childhood shape our lives well into adulthood. Life is like a journey where every step forward builds on ...

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Today, Congresswoman Erin Houchin (R-IN) and Congressman Chris Deluzio (D-PA) introduced the bipartisan Screen-time ...

Kids who communicate well, handle emotions effectively and build healthy relationships aren't just naturally skilled at social interactions. They've learned these skills from their parents or trusted ...

Young children can reach agreement without talking or seeing the whole group. Their secret may be the mix of leaders, ...

Parents of young children probably recognize the hectic mornings filled with reminding the kids to eat breakfast, brush their teeth and put on their shoes – and hurry up, you’re gonna be late! Most ...

One of the most consistent issues of concern that comes up in conversations with parents is friendship, yet it is also the area most believe will develop naturally. Part of the reason for this ...

Parents want what’s best for our children—and our current parenting culture offers an endless stream of suggestions for how to set kids up for success. Though most of this advice focuses on individual ...