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Moms and dads from our Facebook community share the parenting routine or habit they feel most proud of when it comes to effectively raising happy, responsible kids.

Can you actually teach your kid to laugh often, be an optimist, and enjoy every day? Research says yes.

Like it or not, life as a stay-at-home dad forces your feminine side to shine through.

Three new papas get a style overhaul.

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.

For today's young dads, raising kids is more of a hands-on experience than ever before -- and guys everywhere are embracing it with pride.

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Adopting a child is such a powerful, emotional experience that it's hard for parents to put it into words. But we got four families -- who adopted in different ways -- to tell us what it's like.

You know you're pregnant, but when exactly will your baby make his big entrance? Use our pregnancy due date calculator to find out.

It's never easy being a mom trying to juggle a full-time job with a family life. Read on for tips on how you can reach an ideal work-life balance.

Bonding with a newborn can be overwhelming, especially for dad. We've gathered a few fun ways for him to spend a little extra time with his little one.