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Kids say the darndest things, don't they? It seems like the second they can string a sentence together, they're suddenly brimming with things to talk about. And while it can be refreshing to get your little one's take on something, there's always the danger he'll pick up a few choice words you'd rather he not yell in a public space. So if you're … [Read more...] about Is there a potty-mouth living in your house? Clean things up with these tips

While a lucky few might enjoy the sweet sound of silence at night, many fathers find themselves waking up two, three or four times a night to calm down a wakeful baby. If you've been struggling with your child's nighttime habits, consider these sleep training methods to help you both catch a few extra Zzzs before morning.Early months For the first few months, you may … [Read more...] about Baby up at all hours? Consider these sleep training methods

Depending on your child, planning a Halloween costume can be a snap or an ongoing process. While some kids are happy with the old standbys - witches, princesses, ghosts and pirates - others may be looking for something a little trendier. So if you're looking for hip icons and characters your little ones are following these days, here's a guide for decoding what your son … [Read more...] about Halloween costumes decoded – what your kids really want to wear this year

In a move that has stirred up considerable controversy, France has drafted a law that seeks to outlaw use of the words "mother" and "father" (or "mere" and "pere," en francais) - in official documents, that is. Instead, French officials intend to replace the words with "parents" as part of their efforts to make gender-neutral … [Read more...] about Should the words ‘mom’ and ‘dad’ be more gender-neutral? France says yes