Gay Parents

Follow one gay father's journey to understanding society's exclusion of nontraditional families, while struggling with traditional familial milestones.

Air Force families like the Smiths know that their comfortable home life could be interrupted at any time.

Modern families redefine togetherness.

...My daughter was 4 days old on the day I decided to be her parent. My father was in the driver...'s seat. I was a 16-year-old leaking milk in the backseat of my parents' station wagon when I made... of traffic cones to cross over into the turn lane. And that was that: Me, my parents, my younger brother, all...

Advice and resources to help single fathers feel better about parenting.

... of the hardest aspects of parenting alone. That's why it's important to take steps to budget your money, learn... power by going back to school or getting additional job training. All single parents need help... members for help. You could join a single-parent support group, or, if finances allow, hire a trusted...

Find out if you'd be able to adopt a child.

Think that adoption is incredibly complicated? Here, the tale of one family who got the baby of their dreams.

Dirty diapers? Yes. Sleepless nights? Of course. A pimply, pointy-headed newborn -- what's up with that? Let us clue you in on the biggest surprises about little babies.

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.

Learn about the basics of adoption options.

You don't want to be a nag, but you shouldn't ignore a problem either. These are the times when you need to call your doctor.

These gorgeous birthday cakes are a snap to make using your favorite cake mix and simple white icing.

Forget shelling out for a designer cake. You can create an impressive cake at home with our step-by-step instructions for a pirate ship, a basketball, a dollhouse, and more.

What kid doesn't love to eat with his hands? Give him a break from utensils, and serve up these easy, yummy bites for dinner.

A few things you should consider before you adopt.

Four common challenges and how you can overcome them.

How to make your time away from baby less stressful for both of you.

An expert explains why children from other countries have special medical needs -- and offers tips for easing the transition.

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

Celebrate all eight nights of the Festival of Lights with a different craft and recipe every day.

"First-time parent at 41? If this is my midlife crisis, I couldn't have hoped for a sweeter one."

Girl and Boy name suggestions, take our quiz and find the names for your newest family member.