Development

With little ones – especially during this time of year – build on fun, not fear. Save spookings and scary costumes for the older kids.

Paints lost their punch? Crayons crumbling? When stocking art supplies for tots, remember that children make a lot more than just art – they make objects to extend their play, fantasy life and understanding of the world.

It’s an inevitable part of parenthood. But discipline doesn’t have to be dreaded …

What a made-up friend teaches you about your child.

Jane Dickens of Smyrna has a plan. She says she’s carrying a light baby blanket everywhere she goes this summer because you never know when you’ll need it.

That’s not babble. He has something very important to say. And he’ll be very pleased if you will join him on his journey to talk.

Tips from local pros will ensure you log your growing family’s very best moments.

Everyone’s heard of the “terrible 2s,” but don’t get caught up in the cliche. Take some simple steps to ensure that everyone’s life will be a little more pleasant for the second year and beyond.

Sometime during that period of life before having children of our own, we all witness, at least once, someone else’s child having a temper tantrum in public.

Your toddler is coming into her own – and how. Still, there are techniques you can use to help her learn what’s OK with you.