Physical Development

Follow our age-by-age growth chart to see the average height and weight your children should have as they grow from baby to big kid.

Our child growth chart will calculate your child's height and weight percentile.

Your baby is heading off to kindergarten this year -- where did the time go? There's more excitement on the horizon. Here's some of what lies ahead.

Why do boys have nipples? What is snot for? We answer these and six more of your kid's toughest body questions.

When should I start talking to my child about puberty?

How can you tell whether your child is growing properly? And is there anything you can do to help his growth along? Here's the lowdown on making sure your child measures up.

Everyone talks about how tall -- or short -- a child is, but does size really matter?

Helping your child master these simple rules of etiquette will get him noticed -- for all the right reasons.

An age-by-age guide to building body confidence.

If your child is four years or older, our height prediction quiz will give you a sneak peek at how tall your kid may be.

The smart parent's guide to coping with your kid's fits.

We cut to the chase and tell you what you really need to know to have a well-behaved kid.

When it comes to dealing with bad behavior, everyone screws up. We'll help you do it right.

Is my child the right size for her age?

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Signs that your child maybe be gifted.

One mother offers an intimate and personal look into her day-to-day life of raising a son with autism.

At 12, kids want to be just like their friends. What happens when your child's biological clock ticks a bit faster?

Stop your kid's seemingly endless requests and ungrateful attitude with our expert plan.

We gathered advice from real moms (and a dad!) on how they maneuver around their child's meltdowns.

There's plenty to get excited about this year (preschool!). Find out what lies in store as your child turns four.

We've uncovered the natural remedies for kids that really work -- and the ones you should never try.

Has the tendency among parents to compare the progress of their babies gone too far?

Surround your children with love, happiness, and encouragement so they have the confidence to reach goals.

It's freezing outside and your baby has already completed his usual circuit of activity mat, bouncy seat, and Exersaucer. With hours to go before his next nap, you need tactics to keep your wee one cooing when Old Man Winter traps you indoors. Try these fun indoor activities to pass a gray day. The time will fly!