Homework

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...Barring schedule-busters like after-school activities, your child should try to do her homework...D, author of How to Help Your Child with Homework. In figuring out the optimal time, consider the family... you sit nearby with "homework" of your own such as bill-paying, reading, catching up on e...

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...After seven hours in the classroom, who wants to sit down and do homework? Certainly not most 6..., or simply unwind in front of the TV. Because let's face it: Homework may help your child learn, but it... with their children about homework. But it doesn't need to be a source of stress. These strategies will make studying...

Congratulations on your pregnancy! You've seen the positive markers on an at-home pregnancy test and a blood test has confirmed you're expecting. Now what do you do? Our checklist will help you get through your first trimester and pave the way for the rest of your pregnancy ... and your new life with Baby!

...Homework was not going well at my house. My 8-year-old son, Jamie, would spread his papers out... "homework coaching" sessions. Here are the strategies I learned from her, along with tips from other experts..., which have made a major improvement in the homework situation -- and frustration level -- for both Jamie...

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...A special study space can make homework more fun and help motivate your child to get it done... simple, organized, and kid-friendly homework HQ. Teach your child to manage homework and project...

Your little bundle can cost you big. Here's how to avoid blowing your budget.

When to start searching, what questions to ask, and what you should look for when finding the best doctor for your baby.

The key to your child's success in school later? Finding ways to improve their memory now. Luckily, there's plenty parents can do to strengthen this essential learning tool.

These healthy choices have the nutrients that you and your growing baby need.

Writing a birth plan doesn't mean your delivery will be free of surprises -- but at least you'll be ready for them.

Can an ancient Chinese calendar really predict the gender of your baby? Take our simple quiz and find out. The results could spill the beans about whether you're having a boy or girl.

She may not have great news -- schoolwork struggles? behavior blunders? -- but we've got savvy strategies to fix the problem.

Parenting just one has its own joys and difficulties.

There's a lot to do before giving birth. Here's how to pace yourself and prepare for baby.

Discipline isn't punishment, and there's more than one way to correct your child's behavior--without yelling. Here's a tactic for every age.

Much of yesterday's baby wisdom has been proven untrue today. We checked in with Parents advisor Ari Brown, M.D., author of Baby 411, to get the scoop on why these old-school parenting facts have become fiction.

Is your little one on the shy side? These tips will show you how to break her out of her shell.

"Bean" works fine for now, but soon you'll have to choose an actual name. Overwhelmed by all of the possibilities? No worries: We've got inspiration, tips, and trends that will guide you to the best possible choice. Unless you like "Bean," that is.

Keep it simple with these easy ideas to make school lunches healthy and fun.

Around-the-clock feedings. Nursing troubles. No sleep. No problem. We'll help you through the first crazy days.

Could a sudden, severe change in a child's behavior be brought on by something as common as strep throat? Many experts -- and distraught parents -- say yes. We dig deeper to find out what's going on, and which children are at risk.

How much sleep does your baby need? When will your child sleep through the night? How many naps are normal now? Check out our age-by-age sleep guide.