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With gay marriage newly banned in liberal California, will gay adoptions be put on hold? If so, who will care for the legions of orphans needing homes?

Research indicates that adults who had stressful relationships with their parents in childhood are more likely to suffer from disease in midlife.

At one point or another, all parents have blamed themselves for being the cause of why their child acts the way they do, feeling they need parenting classes or advice.

Good parent communication builds bridges and enlists parents as powerful partners in the academic success of their children.

Make your next open house a positive experience by trying a few of these tips and ideas.

Parent involvement and support can help children successfully manage and complete homework given by their teachers.

The casual, easy to read style and useful parenting information make What to Expect The First Year a handy reference for many parents.

Parents can use positive discipline principles to reduce conflicts, improve communication, and gain cooperation from a defiant child.

Two experts weigh in on how to deal with the issue of biting in preschool-aged children.

How to deal with both the biter's and victim's parents and when to get health care professionals involved.

Parenting seems to be overlooked, and finds itself sliding down the list of importance when considering national and global problems that appear to be affecting everyone.

Just as there are comments parents make that damage children's fragile egos, there are comments that help children develop a positive sense of self.

The New Year is a time of new beginnings and great expectations. Perhaps you've made the usual resolutions; if better parenting is among them here's some help.

The term 'part time dad' is not the most flattering of names to be called, however you may well be feeling that way after you and your partner have separated.

No matter what it sometimes looks like, your child really wants to please you. Help your daughter or son be their best with these tips for encouraging good behavior.

Some very simple but effective parenting tips can help the family become closer, laugh more and enjoy daily life as it is.

Brené Brown's lecture series helps parents understand what it means to raise children with courage, compassion and connection.

The Road, by Cormac McCarthy, is about love and survival in the aftermath of an apocalypse. Amid horrific dangers, one father and son maintain love and human decency.

There are certain things parents should never say to a child, because saying them can do irreparable damage to the child's fragile ego.

According to Wales Online,there are roughly around 200,000 men who opt to stay home and be the primary care giver to their children.

Dread outings for fear that the withering stares of other parents will make you feel worse than your child's kicking and screaming? Read on for ideas on keeping your cool

Parent and child communication is a two way street. Help your child open up by taking the first step.

Believe it or not, explosive behavior is as hard on kids as it is on parents. You can help yourself and your child with new strategies and a can do attitude.

Becoming the parents of a newborn baby is daunting but some tips can help make it easier.

We all lose patience with our children sometimes. But when waning patience leads to physical or verbal abuse, its time to seek support.

Have you ever started a parenting plan only to abandon it a few days or weeks later? Haven't we all! You can be more effective with intention AND commitment.

The number of dads who stay at home to raise their children is rising, and many at-home dads are starting dad's groups for friendship and support.

Deborah Monroe must decide in an instant how far she will go to protect her teenage daughter after a car accident.

Same-sex adoption billed by Montevideo assembly means continental first for gay and lesbian activists and families alike. Same-sex marriage on the cards pending election.

Parents are more productive at work because they have had to learn to multi-task. Non-parents are more productive because they don't bring baggage. Who's right?

Becoming a clear, consistent, and respected leader in your dog's life is key to producing a dog that is well mannered and listens to you.

Between Mom and Jo (Little Brown, 2006) explores the breakup of a lesbian-headed family and the son caught in the middle.

Gifted preschoolers typically have uncharacteristic interests and abilities well before elementary school begins.

What is the latest news of the effects of institutionalized childcare? The National Institutes on Health releases it's latest report on the pros - and cons of daycare.

Freeing Your Child From Negative Thinking by Tamar E. Chansky, Ph.D. offers parents practical strategies on how to empower their children with positive ways of thinking.

Steve Farber's latest book suggests a new philosophy of leadership seldom practiced in today's business world.

For any new parents, the first week of their baby's life is a very special and wonderful experience, yet it can also be a very daunting one.

The Tempest is Shakespeare's most popular comedy, touching on varied themes throughout the course of the story.

Misbehavior is caused by bad parenting, right? That has always been said, but that child in the grocery store might not be a brat - he might have a medical problem.

Parent-teacher conferences build and improve parent-teacher relationships in the preschool setting

Raising a child is the greatest lifetime achievement adults can accomlish. Rearing a child with high intelligence is challenging but very rewarding. Read on for more.

Nine months is a long period of time, and your state of mind will make the difference between enjoying or simply enduring the process.

An upcoming parent-teacher conference can cause parents anxiety. This guide will help parents better communicate with teachers about children's progress at school.

Raising Children with ADHD is a challenge. Perhaps your biggest challenge of all will be advocating for your child's best interests.

Do you have to tell your five-year-old or eight-year-old every morning that their face should be washed and their bed should be made? YES!

Many couples worry that fighting means a marriage is in trouble. On the contrary, psychologists believe resolving conflict in marriage is the key to a happy relationship.

Dara Chadwick lost 25 pounds & chronicled it for Shape Magazine's Weight Loss Diary. This taught her how profoundly her negative body image had affected her daughter.

Separating kids from your home office takes planning, organization and vigilance from the work-at-home parent.

Take the opportunity to see Slumdog Millionaire to get more than just a movie. Be entertained, inspired, and changed.

A problem that Stay-at-Home-Mom's can suffer is a lack of mental stimulation. The good news is, keeping that grey matter in tip-top shape can be easily achieved.