School and Learning
Trouble with Spelling and ReadingThere are lots of people and programs that can help someone with a learning disability that affects spelling and reading.Kids
Blaming an Imaginary FriendLearn why a child may blame an imaginary friend for her misbehavior, and whether it's a cause for concern.Kids
Human Growth Hormone TestingLearn whether HGH testing is recommended for a small 12-year-old boy.Family Life
Are Presweetened Cereals Better?Our expert weighs in on the issue of presweetened cereals.Kids
Dying GrandmotherWhat can you say to children ages three and five about their grandmother dying?Teens
Daughter's Diary Upset Nosy MomHow can a mother approach her daughter after reading upsetting revelations in her diary without her daughter's permission?Teens
Daughter Adopts 'Goth' Style and Bad AttitudeOur expert advises a parent that attempts to "have the upper hand" with a teenager are not going to work anymore.School and Learning
Fourth-Grader Talking in ClassOur expert suggests steps a mother can take to solve her son's problem of talking in class.Kids
Are Decongestant Sprays Safe for Toddlers?Decongestant nose spray is not routinely recommended for toddlers.Kids
Hot Tubs and InfantsIt is not safe to bring a five-month-old into a whirlpool or jacuzzi-type bath that has a high temperature.Childhood Illness
Infants and AsthmaMore than 10 percent of infants and children do wheeze at some point in their childhood.Entertainment and Activities
Air Bag Safety for KidsAlthough designed to save lives, air bags still pose a very serious risk to children.School and Learning
Concern for 17-Year-Old's FutureOur expert recommends a comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation to identify a teen's problems and true potential.School and Learning
Phonics for HomeschoolersHow important is phonics work for middle-school aged homeschoolers?School and Learning
The Struggles of SouthpawsBeing left-handed in a right-handed world is a challenge. Here's some advice.Toddlers
Two-Year-Old Walks on Her TiptoesHow can you tell whether your child's tiptoe walking is just a habit or indicates of a problem?
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