The Benefits of Sending Your Child to a Specialty Camp

This is what you need to know about specialty camps, including the benefits....

Private School Applications: What You Need to Know

Here's what you need to know about applying to private schools in New York, from researching and tes...

Professional Lice Removal Services in Westchester & Rockland County

Don't forget to get your child checked for head lice before the upcoming school year. Find a lice re...

Normal Baby Spit-up: Is Your Baby Healthy?

Here's what you need to know about healthy baby spit-up from a pediatric gastroenterologist at the C...

Ask @DadandBuried: How do We Survive the Home Stretch Until Summer?

Some humorous parenting advice for getting your family through this last homestretch until summer....

Teacher Appreciation Week: Why New York Parents Appreciate Their Kids' Teachers

Teacher Appreciation Week was the first week of May, so we asked parents what they appreciate most a...

Things to Do with Kids in Rockland County this Weekend

Enjoy these fun weekend activities with your kids in Rockland County. Start planning your weekend no...

This is What to Consider When Accepting a College Admissions Offer

Here's what you and your child should consider before your child chooses a college....

Test-Optional College Admissions: What Are They and How to Approach

What are test-optional college admissions? How do I apply for a test optional college?...

Best Memes of the Week for Parents

Here are the funniest parenting memes from Instagram, Facebook, and Reddit this week....

The Best Train Museums in NY and the Surrounding Area

Take a trip with your family to a train museum in NY (or railroad exhibit), where young and old trai...

Best Picnic Spots for Families in NYC, Long Island, Westchester, Rockland, and Bergen

The best picnic spots in NYC, Long Island, Westchester, Rockland, and Bergen County....

The Best New York Zoos in Manhattan, Bronx, and Beyond

Learn all about the Central Park Zoo, Bronx Zoo, Alley Pond, Animal farm, Muscoot Farm and more. Get...

Aquariums in the New York Area

Here are the aquariums in the New York area—as well as Connecticut and New Jersey—complete with thei...

Kid-Friendly Museums in the New York Area

Our kids museum guide features science exhibits, nature, transportation and technology innovation, a...

NYC Bike Rentals for Families

Here are the best nyc bike rentals for families in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, and Sta...

Harry Potter Flagship Coming to Flatiron District June 3

Harry Potter New York, the world's largest flagship store, will open in the Flatiron District this J...

14 Ideas to Celebrate Mother's Day This Year

Here are some homemade gift ideas, activities, dinner ideas, and more for celebrating Mother's Day i...

Where to Hike Trails in the New York Metro Area

Hiking is a great way to get out and enjoy the fresh air while remaining socially distant! Always ca...

Teaching Children How to Interact with Animals

How to teach your kids to safely interact with pets that don't belong to your family....

Batting Cages in and Around NYC

Here are the batting cages in the New York metro area where you and your kids can practice your swin...

Dog Parks in and Around NYC

Here is our list of NYC dog parks in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester, and Rock...

The Best Playgrounds in and Around NYC

These are the best playgrounds in NYC, Westchester, and Long Island...

Flower Picking in the New York Area

Tulips are ready to blossom mid-April and May. Here are the tulip farms and festivals near NYC where...

Horseback Riding Lessons for Kids in the New York Area

Who would have thought there would be so many places to take horseback riding lessons in and around...

Sesame Street Releases Resources for Celebrating Earth Day

Here are some fun Sesame Street resources to help you and your family celebrate Earth Day this year....

11 Outdoor Movies and Drive-ins in the NYC Area

These are the best places to catch a drive-in movie in NJ, NYC, Brooklyn, Long Island and upstate....

Read the Spring 2021 Special Parent Issue Today!

The spring 2021 issues of Special Parent are full of advice and resources for special needs parents....

The Best Waterfalls for Families to Visit in NY and NJ

These are the waterfalls in NY and NJ that you have to visit with your family, along with the COVID ...

How to Choose Swimming Lessons for Kids and Babies

This is what to keep in mind when choosing swimming classes for kids or evaluating a swim program at...

7 Ways Having a Pet Benefits a Child with Special Needs

Having a family pet can help children with special needs gain skills, learn responsibility, reduce a...

How to Avoid Comparing Your Child with Special Needs to Other Children

It's important to try to avoid comparing your child with special needs to other children, but it's a...

These are the Best Farmers' Markets in NYC and Beyond

From locally grown fruits and veggies to handmade soaps, candles, and jewelry, these amazing NYC far...

8 Special Needs Parent Self Care Tips

Eight ideas for parent self care and me time for parents of children with special needs. ...

How to Celebrate Graduation in 2021

Here's how to celebrate graduation in 2021 in a way that's safe and will make all guests feel comfor...

In the Magazine: April 2021

Everything that's in our April 2021 magazines: Big Apple Parent, Brooklyn Parent, Queens Parent, Lon...

Resources to Help with Online Learning for Special Education Students

Here are the best resources so you can help your child with online learning for special education st...

Tips for Choosing a Toddler Summer Camp

How to prepare to send your toddler to camp for the first time, from two years old through six years...

The Pros and Cons of Remote Learning

Here are the positives and negatives of remote learning and the effects it has had on local families...

Luna Park at Coney Island is Reopening This Friday

Here's what you need to know about the reopening of Luna Park at Coney Island—including park hours a...

Fun Activities and Events to Celebrate Earth Day This Year

At-home activities and in-person events to celebrate Earth Day in the New York City area. ...

Ask @DadandBuried: My Kids Get too Much Screen Time. Am I a Bad Parent?

My kids are getting too much screen time. Am I a bad parent? Dad&Buried—aka Mike Julianelle—weighs i...

Where to go Zip Lining in NY

Updated March, 2021: Rope courses and zip lines in NY—a great way to get active outside while stayin...

How to Choose the Right School District in New York Suburbs

Here is a how-to guide for choosing the right school district in New York suburbs—including Long Isl...

Everything You Need to Know About Getting the COVID-19 Vaccine in New York

Updated March 31: Here's what you need to know about how to get the COVID-19 vaccine in New York Cit...

How to Buy a Kids Bike

Here are some tips for buying your kids bike, like the different types of bikes, how to measure and ...

What's Happening in the NY Metro Area This Month?

We've rounded up what's new at the businesses that make your lives easier as parents, from karate cl...

Is Your Teen Sexting?

Here's what parents can do if you suspect your teen might be sexting....

The 6 Best News Podcasts for Kids

These news podcasts for kids will teach kids what is going on in the world in an appropriate and eas...

Catch A Minor League Baseball Game in the New York Area

Check out the minor league baseball teams that play in NYC, Long Island, New Jersey, Connecticut, an...

The 10 Best Bike Trails for Kids

Here's where to ride bikes with kids—whether they're beginners with training wheels or more advanced...

The Best Way to Visit the Liberty Science Center Right Now

The Liberty Science Center is open to the public with a variety of COVID-19 safety precautions....

Sesame Workshop Introduces the ABCs of Racial Literacy

The new resources released by ABCs of Racial Literacy are designed to help families have difficult c...

Where to Mini Golf with the Family in the New York Area

These are the best mini golf courses in NYC, Long Island, Westchester, and Rockland. Plan the perfec...

13 Easy Ways to Help the Environment Today

These ways to help the environment can be implemented in your family routine today. ...

The Best Carousels for Kids in NYC, Long Island, Westchester, and Rockland

Here are the best carousels in NYC, Long Island, Westchester, Rockland, Bergen, and Fairfield counti...

6 Ways to Safely Prepare Your Child for Summer Camp This Year

How to ensure your child has a summer filled with fun and camp safety. ...

Planning Your 2021 Spring Break Staycation

Here are some fun things to do this Spring Break with your family this year that are just a quick ca...

How to Get Kids to Eat Veggies

Here's how to get kids to eat veggies and other tips for helping them establish healthy eating habit...

The Best Petting Zoos for Kids in NYC and Long Island

There is no better way to foster your child’s love of animals than by visiting a petting zoo. These ...

Baby Products for New Parents: Relieving Colic, Gas, Constipation, and Sore Gums

These products can help soothe your baby's colic, gas discomfort, sore gums from teething, and const...

5 Health Factors to Consider when Choosing a Camp During a Pandemic

This is what to think about when choosing a summer camp in New York this year during the coronavirus...

6 Ways to Support Siblings of Kids with Special Needs

Supporting special needs siblings starts with acknowledging that its hard. Use these helpful tips to...

11 Easy Ideas to Celebrate Easter with Kids This Year

Here are the best ideas to celebrate Easter 2021 with kids this year, including where you can take p...

A Parent's Guide to New York State Tests

Updated March. 16 Here's everything you need to know about New York State tests for students in elem...

Horse Girls: Why do Girls Love Horses?

What is a horse girl? And why do little girls love horses so much? ...

This Is How Your Family Can Celebrate Passover in NY This Year

Ideas for fun, family passover celebrations in NYC including unique matzah recipes, passover movies,...

Spring Activities for Kids in the New York Area

From crafts to trolley rides view our top spring activities in the New York area to enjoy with the e...

Duck Donuts is Opening in Paramus This Weekend

Create your own ideal donut-topping combination at Duck Donuts in Paramus—one of few locations in th...

Read These Women’s History Month Books with Your Kids

These books about brave, confident, and trailblazing women will help teach your kids about women's h...

8 Craft Subscription Boxes for Creative Kids, Tweens, & Teens

These craft subscription boxes for kids will keep kids, tweens, and teens occupied and excited every...

16 Women's History Movies and Documentaries for Kids

Here's where to watch the best women's history movies for kids this women's history month. ...

New Jersey SEA LIFE Aquarium to Open at American Dream on May 4

SEA LIFE, the world’s largest network of aquariums, touched down in East Rutherford, NJ—at American ...

Top Weekend and Day Trip Destinations with Kids Around New York

Updated March 9, 2021: Planning a weekend getaway with your kids near New York? We've got the top pl...

Little League Teams in NYC and Surrounding Area for Boys and Girls

Here are the NYC little league teams for boys and girls that you can register your kid for in the Ne...

14 Mindfulness Activities for Kids

These mindfulness activities for kids will teach children how to meditate, slow down, be aware, and ...

9 Easy Ways to Organize Toys

Here's how to organize toys in your kids bedrooms, playrooms, and around the house....

These are the Safety Precautions Six Flags Parks are Taking Upon Reopening

These are the safety precautions Six Flags Great Adventure is taking to keep you and your family saf...

Six Flags 2021 Reservations Launch Next Week

Here's when each of the Six Flags parks opens and when you can begin making ticket reservations....

Clearing Clutter: Where to Donate Old and Used Items in New York

Here's where to donate old and used items—like makeup, sheets and towels, books, and clothes—in the ...

40 Great Questions to Ask Grandparents

Here are 40 conversation-starter questions to ask grandparents to keep kids and grandparents engaged...

Nature Centers and Botanical Gardens in the NYC Area

Here are the updated COVID-19 hours and safety restrictions for the nature centers and botanical gar...

How to Save Money on Pets and Pet Supplies

Am I spending too much money on my pets? Here are 8 ways to save money on pets, pet food, and all pe...

20 Fun Things to do with Alexa

Here are 20 fun things to do with Alexa with your family....

The Ultimate, Must-Read Camp Guide for Every Family

UPDATED March 2021: In an effort to help you plan your child’s best summer ever, we’re proud to pres...

Easy Ways You Can Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in NYC This Year

Here are some fun ways to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in the NYC area. ...

YouTube's Newest Feature Lets Parents Choose the Experience Kids Get

YouTube's newest setting MyFamily will launch in early beta and give parents more control over what ...

In the Magazine: February/March 2021

Our February/March 2021 issue is filled with advice, resources, and family activities, including wha...

9 Spring Break Road Trips Families Can Take from New York

Fun itineraries for the perfect family-friendly spring break road trip from New York including what ...

You Got the COVID Vaccine. Now What?

Here are the safety precautions you still need to take after you get the COVID-19 vaccine. ...

These 5 New York Camps Saw Zero COVID-19 Transmission Last Summer

Here are the safety precautions five New York camps took to open last summer and see zero COVID-19 t...

Ask @DadandBuried: How Do I Teach my Kids During Online Learning?

Here's some light-hearted advice from @DadandBuried to help you get through teaching your kids at ho...

Everything You Need to Know About New York During COVID-19

Updated Feb. 23: With things changing every day due to the coronavirus, we'll be your source for wha...

Tween & Teenage Mood Swings: How to Handle During COVID

Here are ways to handle teenage and tween mood swings during COVID-19. ...

Study Finds Understanding of Autism Can Boost Social Inclusion

A new study from researchers at the University of Texas at Dallas has discovered that an increased u...

Child Anxiety: This is When You Should Start to Worry

Here's when to worry about child anxiety and what to do to help a child with anxiety. ...

11 Easy Ways You Can Celebrate Dr. Seuss’ Birthday

Dr. Seuss' birthday is March 2, so use these ideas to celebrate Dr. Seuss day and National Read Acro...

COVID Vaccine for Kids Could be Authorized by September, Says Fauci

Dr. Fauci says children as young as first graders may be able to be vaccinated by September. ...

Daylight Saving Time Tips for Parents: Everything Parents Need to Know

Daylight Saving Time begins March 4, so use these tips for parents to help your kids transition thro...

STEAM & STEM Subscription Boxes Your Kids Will Love

These STEM boxes will help your kids, tweens, and teens explore science, technology, engineering, an...

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