Parents Tip of the Day

11 Real-Mom Tips For a Happy Baby's First Thanksgiving. Introducing your new addition to your family over Thanksgiving? Here's how to make the most of it without losing your new mommy marbles.

30 Little Ways to Bond With Baby. Take a page from our healthy-from-the-start handbook: There are loads of easy ways to feel close to the new love of your life, from feeding time to kangaroo care to simple smiles and lots of eye contact.

Coping with Toddler Frustration. What to do if your toddler has more will than skill.

Have a Kid Who Constantly Asks 'Why?' Here's Some Genius Mom Advice. After many frustrating conversations with her own 3-year-old, one mom on Reddit has come up with some helpful examples for breaking this annoying stalling habit so you won't lose your cool.

Help Your Child Feel Safe From His Biggest Fears. From big animals to loud noises, the world can be a scary place for a little kid. Help him feel safe with these expert tips.

Have a Happy Napper. Want your child to sleep during the day like a champ? Follow our seven rules.

Signs Your Baby Has Gas and How to Treat It. Babies are naturally gassy, but you can take preventive measures to keep your little one comfortable. Find out how.

Are You Expecting Too Much From Your Toddler? A national survey shows most parents believe their toddlers have the capacity for more control of their emotions than is developmentally possible at their age.

How to Decode Your Baby's Cough Caring for a baby with a cough? Listen for wheezing, hacking, or barking first, then read on to find out what's normal and when it's time to worry.

Help your tot feel comfortable in their own bed so both of you can sleep better. Anxiety, insecurity, distractions -- these can all send your little one straight from her bed into yours. Luckily, you can break this bedtime habit. Here's how to encourage your child to sleep independently.

Are You Spoiling Your Baby? Do you think you might be spoiling your little one? It's hard to know where to draw the line when it comes to indulging Baby's needs. Get advice on how to navigate five common situations in a way that benefits both of you.

These five ideas from busy moms and dads (just like you!) will have you feeling ready to take on the day.

We know what it's like. If left to her own devices, your tot would eat mac-and-cheese three meals a day and acts like it's torture to finish her salad. "Many children are not prompted to eat truly balanced meals," says Kerry Neville, RD, a Kirkland, Washington-based dietitian and spokesperson for the American Dietetic Association. The primo problem? Getting in the green stuff, says Neville.