Inside the June 2010 Issue of Parents Magazine

Been holding off on buying a new car? Your wait is finally over. Our 15 top models are packed with performance and safety technology -- plus lots of cool features that will pamper your kids (and you).

These 18 toys are perfect for backyard fun this summer. We tested them and know your kids will love them!

Kids are sure to have some fun in the sun with these sand and sea toys.

Dive into fun summer beach and water toys that are guaranteed to make a splash with your kids.

If you're like me, the notion of "risk-taking" kids conjures up images of broken bones -- or even worse. Yet whether it's a baby tasting a spoonful of strained spinach, a toddler taking her first steps, or a preschooler telling the truth about a mess he's made, all kids need a courageous spirit to adjust to the surefire changes that come along with growing up.

You've probably been told not to compare your child with anyone else's. But when she really seems to be lagging behind other kids, it's important to get her the help she needs quickly.

While young children can reach milestones at different ages, the CDC says you should talk to your doctor and consider an early-intervention evaluation if your child displays any of these signs or has a dramatic loss of skills.

Your child may not be enrolling till 2028, but you need to start saving now. We'll help you pick a plan that won't bust your budget.

Actor and comedian Jay Mohr shares his own real-life potty-training tale that's pee-in-your-pants funny.

If you're dealing with colic, you probably feel like crying as much as your baby does. It may help you to under-stand what can make a child better -- and what usually won't.

One mom, four kids, four experts, four weeks. Which system would help this untidy mother get the most spic and span with the least amount of effort?