The Top 10 Spots to Go Berry Picking in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut
It's berry picking season! These are all the best pick-your-own berry farms in upstate New York, Lon...
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Where to Go Maple Sugaring in the New York Area
These are the best places to go maple sugaring near you in New York, CT, and NJ. February-March mark...
Everything You Need to Know About Campgrounds in New York
Here are 19 campgrounds in New York your family can go visit for a weekend getaway and tips for camp...
Zoos, Nature Centers, and Botanical Gardens in the NYC Area
Explore zoos, nature centers, and botanical gardens in New York City, Long Island, Westchester Count...
Pumpkin Picking in the New York Metro Area
October is the perfect month to take an adventure to the farms and fields for a little pick-your-own...
Where to Go Maple Sugaring Near NYC: Southeast NY and Connecticut
UPDATED Feb. 4, 2014: Maple sugaring is a favorite family activity during February and March in Sout...
How to Find Childcare in NYC
Securing safe and loving childcare is one of the most complex jobs a parent can face. The choice of ...
Nick Jonas' Battle with Diabetes
Most parents (and virtually all pre-teens and teens) know Nick Jonas as the curly-haired, youngest m...
New Technology for Kids and Families
Read about the latest technologies available for kids, parents, and families....
Bracing Facts: The State of Orthodontia for Kids and Adults
Stay up to date on the latest orthodontic technologies and treatments for both adolescents and adult...
What to Do When Your Child Says, 'I Hate School!'
Just about every parent will hear their child bemoan homework, tests, friend problems, and other sch...
Not So Blonde Brownies Recipe
Check out a sample recipe from Nielsen-Massey Vanillas' new cookbook "A Century of Flavor" and enter...
Family Travel: Berkshires Bounty
The Berkshires in Western Massachusetts, about 3 hours from the New York metropolitan area, boasts y...
New and Noteworthy Products for Kids and Parents - November 2009
Take a look at our November 2009 list of new and noteworthy products for kids and parents....
Holiday Gift Giving Guide: The Hottest 20 Toys of the Season
Jonathan Samet and Laurie Schacht, co-publishers of "The Toy Insider," give parents the rundown on t...
Holiday Gift Giving Guide: Toys for Boys
To help you sort through the dizzying array of toys in the stores this season, take a look at a few ...
Holiday Gift Giving Guide: Dolls Galore
Check out our guide to 2009's hottest dolls to find the perfect companion for your little girl....
'The Nutcracker' Performances in Rockland and Bergen Counties
Find out where 'The Nutcracker' will be performed in Rockland County, NY, and Bergen County, NJ. ...
Butternut Squash Bread Pudding
Check out this scrumptious side dish for the family meal!...
Veggie Side Dish
Children (and adults) might actually enjoy brussel sprouts with this inventive side dish!...
Roast Tomatoes
Try this delicious addition the the family dinner!...
Say Cheese!
There are great family photographs to be captured in holiday celebrations, pictures you’ll look back...
Alternatives to Overindulging Your Child
With all the economic turmoil, your family and other families may be forced to cut your holiday spen...
Hosting the Holidays? Don’t Drive Yourself Crazy
If you decide to host a big family gathering during the holidays, you can make it into fun activity...
Moments of Meaning During the Holiday Rush
I admit it. I love the holiday season, which seems to be getting longer each year. I love it all! B...
Holiday Concerns for Special Needs
For most families, the holidays represent a time to be with relatives, children, parents and family ...
Tecmo Reaches Out To Philantropic Communities With Family Fun Football
In the spirit of the upcoming holidays, video game developer and publisher TECMO® has been working ...
New Places, New Programs for Kids in Rockland County - November 2009
Check out these new businesses catering to kids and families in Rockland County....
In Our Communities: Going Green! at Rockland Country Day School
Rockland Country Day School in Congers, NY, recently joined the Green Schools Alliance and has pledg...
MomBiz: Manhattan's Katie Danziger: The Accidental Entrepreneur
Manhattan resident Katie Danziger never imagined she would develop a new problem-solving product for...
When a Winter Wonderland Becomes a Nightmare: Best Ways Seniors Can Avoid the Hazards of Winter
Winter is a special time for celebration. It should also be a time for added caution if you or someo...
Rockland County Family Featured in Upcoming PBS Documentary 'This Emotional Life'
The Ross family, residents of New City in Rockland County, NY, will be featured in the upcoming PBS ...
PBS Sponsors Early Childhood Attachment Toolkit Campaign
In conjunction with the new documentary "This Emotional Life," set to air in January 2010, PBS will ...
Where to: Hot Chocolate and Teas for Holiday Cheer - 2009 Guide for Rockland County
Take a break from holiday shopping to find a warm mug of cocoa or tea to wrap your hands around and ...
Parents: Be Thankful for Small Things this Holiday Season
Take a step back from the season's commercialism to give thanks for the small things in your life, a...
Maximize Your Meals and Not Your Waistline: A Guide to Keeping the Holidays Lite and Festive
Now the meal is over and you are going through that terrible cycle of holiday remorse. Sure, it's g...
How to Stop Winter From Weathering Your Skin
Skin dries out if it's deprived of moisture and this dryness often aggravates itchiness, resulting i...
Surviving Heart Attack Season: Learn How to Keep Your Heart Healthy During the Winter Months
While we may be accustomed to battling frigid temperatures and the inevitable snow storms that arriv...
Breathe Easier! Preparing Your Family for Winter Allergies
Spring and summer are not the only seasons that bring misery to those with allergies. ...
The Swine Flu and You: What Every Expectant Mother Should Know
Over 90% of flu cases this year will be caused by the H1N1 strain of virus....
Dating with Children
Internet dating, hookups, blind dates, and the odd booty call -- how does this cornucopia of dating ...
What to Look for in a Family Vehicle
Every parent makes tough decisions that affect the entire family, and choosing the right car is no e...
What to Do When Your Child Gets Sick
Arm yourself with knowledge this cold and flu season. Read on for symptoms of the most common illnes...
How to Keep Your Family Healthy When One Child Gets Sick
Read these tips from Philip Tierno, Ph.D., author of "The Secret Life of Germs: What They Are, Why W...
DVD Review: Tinker Bell and the Lost Treasure
Released October 27, the second film in the Tinker Bell series welcomes viewers back to Pixie Hollow...
Tips from SuperNanny Jo Frost on Battling Childhood Asthma
Parenting expert Jo Frost, host of "SuperNanny," weighs in on childhood asthma and offers tips on ho...
Where to: Hot Chocolate and Teas for Holiday Cheer - 2009 Guide
Take a break from holiday shopping to find a warm mug of cocoa or tea to wrap your hands around and ...
Marissa Jaret Winokur: Broadway Star, First-Time Mom
Read about celebrity parent Marissa Jaret Winokur - Broadway actress, singer, dancer, and first-time...
“Love”-ly Crafts and Recipes
Love is in the air, and there’s no better way to show it than by making a homemade card or a yummy t...
Beyonce Joins the Wubb Girlz - New on DVD for Kids
Read about Wow! Wow! Wubbzy!'s newest full-length DVD adventure, featuring the voice of Beyonce Know...
Kids Party Recipe: Sweet Whoopie Pies
Learn how to make these fun and sweet treats!...
Bye Bye Birdie on Broadway: John Stamos and Company Rock the House
Birdie's back on Broadway, starring John Stamos and a talented cast of all ages....
How to Identify an Early Learning Disability in Your Child, with Tips for How You Can Help at Home
While children and teens with learning disabilities are often “diagnosed” in middle school or high s...
Kids' Slumber Parties - Ideas, Tips, and Guidelines to Make Them Great
Check out these tips from Penny Warner, author of "Slumber Parties: 25 Fun-Filled Party Themes," on ...
Fresh Direct Partners With Robin Hood Foundation To Help Fight Poverty
For the 2009 holiday season, Robin Hood, the non-profit organization committed to fighting poverty i...
Five Ways to Raise a 'Good Enough' Child
As a parent, you may subtly be giving your child the message that he or she is not good enough. Read...
Not Just Obama's Breed: Ted Kennedy's Dog Splash on Life in Washington
Long before the popularity of First Dog Bo Obama, the senator, a proclaimed aficionado of Portuguese...
What to Do When Your Kids Say: 'Can We Get a Dog...Please??'
October is Adopt-A-Dog month! Is your family ready for all the responsibilities of a new pet? These ...
Delish Snacks at Duane Reade
Duane Reade's new line of Delish snacks have hit the shelves....
New and Noteworthy Products for Kids and Parents - October 2009
Check out these innovative products for kids and parents that have just emerged on the scene....
The New State of Math: The Influence of Technology on Children's Education
It was New Math in the 1960s, and New New Math in 1989. Rote math is no longer being taught and fund...
A Safety Slip: Don’t Hold a Child in Your Lap on Playground Slides
Parents are unknowingly putting their young children at risk for leg fractures, says new study. ...
How to Throw a Great Party for Any Age
Read these tips we've compiled from the party planning experts on how to throw the perfect party for...
How to Be a Good Party Guest
Attending a birthday party is a wonderful way for your child to learn valuable social skills — how t...
How to Tackle Your Child's Football Fears
Watching your kids run out onto the playing field for the first time can be a nerve-wracking experie...
Holiday Cocktail Recipes, for Kids and Adults
As the temperature drops, spice up your next dinner party with a festive beverage or cozy in with a ...
How to Find the Right Bra
A staggering 85 percent of women are wearing and buying the wrong bra size, and you're probably one ...
How to Raise a Drug-Free Child: Tips from Author Joseph Califano
Check out these tips from author and former U.S. Secretary of Health, Education and Welfare Joseph C...
How to Not Raise Material Girls (and Boys)
Sometimes these are other people’s children; sometimes, God forbid, they are our own....
MomBiz: Manhattan's Lynn Jawitz, Owner of Florisan LLC
Read about how Manhattan's Lynn Jawitz, mother of two, started Florisan, a full service wedding and ...
Celebrity Parents Jorge & Laura Posada
Read about this inspirational couple with a new book on family fitness....
New Places, New Programs in Westchester: October 2009
What's new in Westchester County this fall....
Meet the Doctors in Rockland County - October 2009
Meet some of the health care professionals in the Rockland County area....
How to Encourage Good Writing Skills in Your Child
Teaching writing can be intimidating, especially if you don’t feel like you are a good writer yourse...
Vegan Lunch Box Treats
Who says a vegan diet can’t be delicious and fun? Try these suggestions for your child’s lunch box —...
Angelina Steps Ahead
This fall, the popular PBS Kids show, Angelina Ballerina, will be translated into CGI animation, giv...
Middlebury, Vermont: Fun in the Quaint State
The town of Middlebury is the quintessential adorable Vermont town, filled with buildings from the 1...
Toronto: The City of Big Things
Read about the fun family activities available in Toronto!...
Pinkalicious, The Musical
The show about a little girl with a colorful obsession!...
New and Nifty Technology - September 2009
Check out some new and nifty technologies available this fall!...
The Lure of Soccer
Mike Kirwan outlines some reasons for the American shift towards the world's favorite sport....
How to Spot an Overuse Injury
We’ve all heard the old “no pain, no gain” mantra about sports and exercise. But what about when it ...
The Truth About Dyslexia
There are many misunderstandings about dyslexia. Here, Wendy Burt-Thomas separates fact from myth ab...
MomBiz: Manhattan's Kara Goldin Took the HINT
Read about mom and entrepreneur Kara Goldin and her healthy, flavored-water drinks....
New Places, New Programs: Nutrition for Life
With more than 30 years experience in clinical nutrition and product development, Carl Germano, RD, ...
How to Pack a Healthy and Yummy School Lunch
Dr. Susan Bartell, author of the new book "Dr. Susan's Fit and Fun Family Action Plan," gives tips f...
New and Noteworthy Products for Back to School
Read up on a few fresh and exciting products for back to school in September 2009....
Children and Migraines
One of every four children will complain of headache pain by the age of 15. What parents might not k...
Kids Create Their Own Comic Strips Online
Bill Zimmerman's MakeBeliefsComix.com allows users to channel their feelings and forget about everyd...
Just for Moms: Managing Morning Sickness
An excerpt from the book "Super Fit Mama" by Tracey Mallett with advice on how to manage morning sic...
What School Eye Exams Don't Pick Up
Michal Luchins, O.D., explains why school-issued standard vision screenings are not enough when it c...
Working Moms: Make it a Smooth Morning
This excerpt from "Happy at Work, Happy at Home: The Girl's Guide to Being a Working Mom" offers tip...
10 Ways to Help Your Child Get Structured
Having good organizational skills is very important for your child’s success in school and in life. ...
The PPORA Method for Academic Success
The PPORA Method is a tool devised to improve reading comprehension and study skills. The acronym st...
There’s No Such Thing as a Free Lunch, But…
New York-area parents give advice on how to cut down on school lunch expenses - without sacrificing ...
Help Your Child Gain Better Studying Skills
Your child is struggling in school, and you want to help her in every way you can. Read on for tips ...
Back-to-School Fashion Tips from the Experts
We’ve asked those in the biz to fill us in on what’s hot this season, from head to toe. Check out th...
Cure the Back-to-School Blues
New clothes: Check. Hannah Montana backpack: Check. Transformers lunch box: Check. No. 2 pencils, co...
New and Noteworthy; Getting Ready for School
Check out these new products that make back to school easier for kids and parents....
