little boy using tablet on plane

Q&A: How can I avoid toddler tantrums on a long flight?

There are a few things you can do to avoid toddler tantrums on flights. One is to try to prevent as much as possible, and the other is handling your own response in the moment should a tantrum occur.

Mother And Teenage Son Arguing On Sofa

Q&A: My teen constantly lies to me. What do I do?

How to navigate a tough situation in which many parents find themselves.

Girls getting their ears pierced

Is a tattoo parlor safer than the mall for ear piercing?

Dr. Yasmine Kirkorian answers a reader’s question about whether ear piercing is safer at a tattoo parlor or a mall kiosk.

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5 steps to good communication with your children

Knowing how to communicate is not always intuitive, but there are a few basic principles to keep in mind that can serve as a guide.

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Dangers large and small lurk in kids’ online challenges

Condom-snorting, Tide pod chewing and hot pepper eating are just a few of the crazy online challenges that teens are in to. But is it really worth risking your life to gain a few more likes and/or views?