xpectant parents spend a lot of time preparing for the arrival of their baby. By the time they bring their little one home, they’ve taken classes, read hundreds of books... Read More

Establish ground rules ahead of time.  When children know what is expected and knows what the rules are they are less likely to break them.  Once you’ve established the rules,... Read More

By Sharon Nolfi, M.A. for Tampa Bay Parenting Magazine, www.tbparenting.com Your family loves to travel, but the price of vacations seems out of reach. Don’t stay home. Instead, learn the... Read More

The killing of 8-year-old Leiby Kletzky in New York City is a stark reminder of how important it is to talk with our children about staying safe when we’re not... Read More

Car crashes kill more young people than any other cause, accounting for nearly half of all teen deaths in America each year.  The time will come when the teenager will... Read More

Turning 18 is a huge milestone filled with celebration and anticipation. You can smoke, vote, stay out late, go to most clubs, and join the military without parental consent.  As... Read More

Taking the time to connect and bond with your children is not only something children crave, but it makes the awkward tween/teen years much easier.  When you take the time... Read More

By: Angela Ardolino and Deirdre Pizzoferrato It’s enough to drive you crazy.  Your child can’t concentrate on anything, sitting still is impossible and homework is out the window. Why is... Read More

Bringing Home Baby Packing list for Mom • 2 changes of loose fitting comfortable clothes you can choose from to go home in. • Shoes: slippers, or flats that you can easily... Read More

With all the technology available to help manage our lives and work, cyberspace has become the new place to also manage our friends. For children who are still developing these... Read More

Speaking to your children about the decision to divorce is almost as difficult as the divorce itself. By being honest, keeping calm and choosing the right details to disclose with... Read More

Hiring a tutor for your child can be stressful but worth it for many parents and children and can even improve your relationship. With the ever growing class size, offing... Read More