Truth be told, in my 30 years in schools, I’ve met a lot of kids like Ned: the ones who won’t stop with the commentary; the ...

Parenting is full of highs and lows, and at times you may find yourself asking, 'Does this ever get any easier?' Many of us are prepared for the sleepless nights and round-the-clock care required for ...

There are certain appointments in life that require more emotional preparation than others. A routine eye exam? Fine. A quick sports physical for the kids? Easy. Lyndsay going to the dentist — even ...

Every generation of parents faces the same quiet dilemma: how much of the world’s harshness should children see, and when? In ...

What if helping your child less is the key to raising a stronger, more confident kid? Here’s what resilience looks like—and ...

Lately, our kids have started acting embarrassed about what we can’t afford. They complain that their friends have nicer things and sometimes act as if we’re failing them because we can’t keep up with ...

Growing up, clinical psychologist Amber Thornton was undeniably a “bedroom kid.” The living room wasn’t really her terrain but an adult world. She felt far more comfortable feeling her feelings, ...

Parents who want to raise financially grounded children should teach them to be good neighbors and find the "middle path" in life, according to personal finance consultant and author Sheila Schroeder.

Parents who raise kids who think for themselves use language that encourages independence and confidence. The phrases they ...