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Articles in the Parenting Tips section of the website.

A young woman with long brown hair wearing a pink blouse makes a nervous or uncertain expression against a solid pink background.
“You’ve got hair growing where?” and other things not to say to your teenager.
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A young woman kneels on the ground, helping a little boy put on his sandals while he sits on a wooden bench in a park.
My child wants to babysit. What do I do? Here’s what you need to know if your child wants to start babysitting.
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A young girl covers her ears with her fingers while an adult woman gestures and speaks loudly in frustration.
So your child is a teenager. If this is your first time as a parent of a teenager, then be prepared: you’re a little like Katniss about to compete in the Hunger Games: You might make it out alive, but you’ll be scarred for life.
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A father teaches his daughter how to ride a yellow bicycle in an urban park, holding onto the bike for support.
Fostering positive self-esteem in children encourages them to try new things, take healthy risks, and solve problems.
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graphic design working with laptop computer and digital pen on artist workplace.
There are safety hazards online. Supervise your children’s online activities and teach them to practice these safety habits while online.
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A young girl wearing glasses and a colorful striped sweater smiles while holding a binder and a folder, standing near an open door with a backpack on her shoulders.
Understanding the social, emotional, and cognitive changes your preteen is experiencing can help you through this parenting challenge.
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An open laptop with a blank document on the screen, a notebook with a pen resting on it, and a cup of coffee on a wooden table.
Utilize this guide to have conversations about digital citizenship and check out some of the tools listed to help you navigate this world.
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say-thank-you-to-your-babysitter
If you’ve found a dependable babysitter that your kids like and that you trust, you want to do what you can to keep that relationship going. Here are ways to thank your sitter for all she does.
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picking-the-best-babysitter
There’s more to babysitting than showing up on time and hanging out with your kids. Your babysitter is being asked to assume responsibility for your child’s life when you’re away. There’s no bigger job than that! Think about what type of job you’re asking your sitter to do, and pick one that’s the right fit.
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best-answer-to-im-bored
No matter how excited your kids were that school was out, it won’t be long until you hear them complain about how bored they are. With a little effort and our seven tips, you can help your kids make the most of summer.
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