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Family Dynamics
What makes a family? Learn about traditional and non-traditional family relationships, including single-parent families, families with gay parents, military families, and more. Try these tips for making your family work regardless of your family make-up.
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Communicating with Your Kids
Whether you need help talking to your toddler or connecting with your teen, we have the advice and techniques to make it easy.
Learn how participating in your teen's favorite sport or activity can help you better communicate with him or her.
Is it time for the talk? Learn how to discuss sex with your kids.
Top Features
- The Single Mom's Survival Guide
If you're splitting up, you need to help your kids (and yourself) make it through the rough stuff.
- Notes from a New Grandma
Grandparents, too, must adjust to new babies, and there are usually a few missteps and lessons learned along the way.
- The Day That Hallmark Forgot
Follow one gay father's journey to understanding society's exclusion of nontraditional families, while struggling with traditional familial milestones.
Grandparents 
They're called "grand" for a reason. Here's how to celebrate grandparents by keeping them involved in your child's life.
see all 16 features » Sibling Rivalry 
What is sibling rivalry and how can help your kids know that they're loved despite the natural competition? Here's how to nurture your kids with plenty of advice for social, psychological, and relationship wellness.
see all 12 features » Single Parenting 
You may be a single parent, but you're not alone. Read the stories and advice of other single parents here. Plus: Resources and advice for parenting through a difficult relationship with your ex and help for widows.
see all 19 features » Military Families 
Military families come with unique traditions and challenges -- especially when one parent gets deployed. Here's how to help your family through the tough times, and make together time count.
see all 4 features » Gay Parents 
Help your child navigate through the challenges of being raised by gay parents. Teach them the skills to handle difficult social situations. Our tips shed light on this family dynamic.
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