Is There a General Car Seat Law?
It is a federal law that infants and children must ride buckled in car seats or seatbelts that have been properly installed and are used properly. read more
March 1, 1999
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Tooth Alignment
It is common for teeth to appear to be squished and pointing in funny directions in the five-year-old's mouth. read more
February 23, 1999
Are You a Fan or a Fanatic?
When your child takes to the field, do you become a fan or a fanatic? Are you instilling the love of the game or the need to win? Check out this asses... read more
November 30, 2007
Seventh-Grader Is Being Harassed
School peer-mediation programs are helpful in cases like this. A child can ask for a mediation with the student most responsible for the harassment. read more
April 8, 2002
Students Are Targeting 14-Year-Old
In a serious situation like this, parents should insist on a meeting with all of their child's teachers, the school counselor, and others. read more
April 8, 2002
Eighth-Grader Lying About Homework
Begin by conferencing with your son's school counselor, all his teachers, and him to determine what exactly is going on and to work out a plan. read more
April 8, 2002
Seventh-Grader Can't Bring Grades Up
Seventh grade is a very tough transition year, and often students and their parents have to change the way they approach studying. read more
March 21, 2002
Parent Disapproves of Daughter's New Friends
It's a big mistake when parents put down their children's friends. read more
March 19, 2002
Adult Harasses Middle-Schooler
When harassment verges on physical assault, it is time to take action. read more
March 19, 2002
Eighth-Grader Has Anger Problem
Classmates can be cruel, but anger over teasing needs to be addressed. read more
March 19, 2002
Seventeen-Year-Old Is in Trouble with the Law
When a teen runs afoul of the law, it's important to let him know that you will support him in all except behavior that endangers him or the family. read more
March 5, 2002
Eighth-Grader Not Trying in School
Not doing well might be a bid for attention -- any kind of attention, even if it's bad. read more
March 5, 2002