The Top 11 Water Parks for Families in the New York Area
These are the best indoor and outdoor water parks in NY, NJ, CT, and PA—all within a short drive fro...
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22 Charity Walks in the NYC Area That Raise Money for Good Causes
Teach your kids compassion and the value of volunteerism. There are many annual fundraising walks in...
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...
How to Spend the Day at New York Botanical Garden with Your Kids
The New York Botanical Garden is a fun destination for families, with a children's adventure garden ...
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...
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...
Top Weekend and Day Trip Destinations with Kids Around New York
Planning a weekend getaway with your kids near New York? We've got the top places to visit in New Yo...
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...
Interesting Presidential Trivia Questions for Kids
Here are some fun and interesting president trivia questions for kids to get them interested in poli...
Best Hot Chocolate and Teas in the New York Metro Area
We've highlighted some of the coziest cafes that serve the best hot chocolate and tea in the New Yor...
Where to Ski and Snowboard in the Northeast
The best ski mountains with kids ski lessons in New York and the slopes of Connecticut, New Jersey, ...
10 Thanksgiving Traditions for Families
Try out a new Thanksgiving tradition with your family this year. This list includes ideas for DIY ho...
Where to Volunteer with Kids in the New York Area
Give back to your community with your entire family in the New York area by volunteering with your k...
How to Extend the Life of Halloween Candy
Read on for tips and tricks to make sure your Halloween candy last longer....
Family-Friendly Bowling Alleys in New York Area
This is a list of the best bowling alleys for families in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens....
Where to Fish This Summer in the New York Metro Area
These are the best fishing spots throughout the NYC area - including in the city, on Long Island, an...
Parents Guide to Live Sporting Events in New York
Crosstown rivalries, new stadiums, and access to a wide variety of sports make the New York area one...
Kid-Friendly Museums in the New York Area
A comprehensive selection of kid-friendly museums in the New York City area, including Manhattan, Br...
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...
This is How to Select and Recipes to Make with Watermelon
This is how to pick a ripe watermelon at the store, plus dishes to make, including a watermelon feta...
How to Easily Plan for Your Child's Summer Camp
It can be overwhelming to decide how to pick a summer camp for your child, and it often seems like t...
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...
Holiday Markets in NYC
A favorite tradition among many New York City-area families is strolling the city's pop-up holiday s...
Car Seat Inspection Sites in Rockland
Looking for a place in Rockland County that will safely install your child's car seat? These spots i...
Support Groups for Parents of Children with Special Needs in Rockland and New Jersey Counties
UPDATED APRIL 2019: aising a child with a unique set of special needs can have you feeling isolated ...
Tutoring, Homework Help, and Language Classes for Kids in the New York Metro Area
Get extra homework help for your kids outside of school with after-school tutoring or homework help ...
2010 Nassau Coliseum Fair in Uniondale, NY
The 2010 Nassau Coliseum Fair, the largest event of its kind in the New York metro area, will take p...
Nationwide Campout Kicks Off Summer
The National Wildlife Federation will sponsor The Great American Backyard Campout this June to encou...
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...
In a Winter Slump? Here's How to Get Your Kids to Be Active This Season
Encourage your kids to participate in winter activities like skiing, snowboarding, sledding, and sno...
Ask the Expert: How Can I Soothe My Colicky Baby?
Does your baby have long bouts of unexplained crying, extreme fussiness, or exhibit other signs of c...
U.S. Parents Say Finance Lessons Should Be Taught in Schools
A new research conducted by forexcurrency.us reveals that two-thirds of parents think finance lesson...
Five Warning Signs Your Teen May Be Using Drugs
Johnny Patout, CEO of New Beginnings Recovery Center, shares five common warning signs that your tee...
What Single Mothers Can Learn from Four Great Movie Moms
Single mothers are becoming more and more common. Cederick Tardy, founder of S.T.R.O.N.G., Inc., a n...
Diabetes Winter Health Guide: Cold Weather Safety Tips
UnitedHealth Group's Diabetes Prevention and Control Alliance and Deneen Vojta, M.D. share 10 winter...
Bard College Applauds Recommendation to Fund and Expand Early Colleges
Governor Cuomo’s Education Reform Commission recommends the expansion and funding of early college p...
Women and Thyroid Disease: Know the Symptoms for Proper Diagnosis
Up to 60 percent of those with thyroid disease are unaware of their condition due to misdiagnosis. K...
Whole-Food Recipe for Chicken Soup
This recipe for homemade chicken soup calls for a broth made from a whole chicken, which is high in ...
Easy Baked Thai Salmon Recipe
This easy-to-make Thai salmon dish, which features soy, sesame, and ginger flavors, is recommended b...
Researcher Pinpoints Factors Associated with Teen Self-Harm
A University of Missouri assistant professor of health sciences has pinpointed the factors that lead...
Ask the Expert: How Can I Explain Alzheimer's to My Kids?
We spoke to Matt Kudish, LMSW, vice president and director of education, outreach, and caregiver ser...
Indoor Go-Kart Raceway in Jersey City to Aid Hurricane Sandy Victims
Pole Position Raceway in Jersey City, New Jersey offers go-kart racing on its state-of-the-art track...
Bring Camp Crafts Home with Friendship Bracelets
Keep your kids busy on bad-weather days with fun indoor activities like this camp-inspired craft: fr...
Party Central Pick of the Month: Happy Birthday, Tree!
A new story book introduces young readers to the importance of honoring and caring for nature. In "H...
Kids' Sleep-Related Breathing and Behavioral Problems Appear Linked
A new study done at Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University found that snoring or ...
Winter Safety Tips for Driving with Little Ones
Six winter driving tips to keep you and your children safe while traveling by car during the winter ...
12 Steps to Achieve Permanent and Meaningful Changes Year-Round
Many people jump start the New Year with a list of New Year's resolutions only to lose steam come Fe...
January 2013 Table of Contents
Pick up a copy of our January 2013 issue to see a fresh redesign of our pages. Read our feature arti...
4KidCal iPhone App Back on Shelves
The voice interactive calendar to help parents and children with time management and organization, 4...
Keep Kids Safe During Travel Season
The American Humane Association offers tips and ideas for kids safety while traveling. Keep kids saf...
Make Your Home Glow for the Holidays
Make your home glow for the holidays. Use these tips and ideas from The American Lighting Associatio...
Children's Books Suggestions to Help Them Understand and Cope with Natural Disasters
The president of The Early Years Institute in Plainview, NY, offers parents children's book suggesti...
How to Help Children Weather the Storm
The president of The Early Years Institute in Plainview, NY, provides tips for parents on how to hel...
'The Velveteen Rabbit' Reimagined in NYC
"The Velveteen Rabbit," a Theatreworks production playing at DR2 Theatre in Manhattan, is a charming...
One Local Music-Loving Dad Explores Evolution of Kindie Music
A Brookyln-based, music-loving father explores how kids' music morphed in to kindie rock, a genre th...
25 Ways to Make the World a Better Place
Not all acts of kindness have to be grand. Psychotherapist, author, and an expert on positive living...
Our Top 10 List of Current Kindie Rock and Family Music CDs
One local music-loving dad give us his list of top 10 current kindie albums that will be popular wit...
How to Cope with the Sandy Hook Tragedy: Advice for Families Affected by the Newtown Shooting
The tragic Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting in Newtown has affected almost everyone living in t...
Free Help Line for People Affected by Connecticut Shooting
For those feeling scared or anxious after the tragic shooting in Newtown, CT, a health services comp...
How STEM Education Can Help Our Kids And Our World
What is STEM? STEM stands for "Science, technology, engineering, and math" We'll explore why STEM ed...
15 New Year's Resolutions My 2-Year-Old Should Make
Ilana Wiles, a Manhattan mom who founded the popular blog MommyShorts.com, makes 15 New Year's resol...
The Best of the Rest of the Web: Nannies for All, Raising a Bicultural Child, and Reviewing Text Messages
From our redesigned January 2013 issue, a selection of thought-provoking, laugh-inducing, and just p...
Are You Superstitious?
Though superstitions can be fun, remember to teach your child that a lucky charm will not be a quick...
How to Decode Meat Labels
Confused about what the labels on packaged meat mean? Here's a guide to decoding labels on beef, chi...
The Many Benefits of Meatless Meals
Eating less meat can benefit your health, trim down your grocery bill, and help the environment. Lea...
The Best Vegetarian Chili Recipe
This quick vegetarian chili recipe replaces meat with lots of beans and vegetables and suggests usin...
Advice for Parents and Teachers Affected by School Shooting in Newtown, CT
The Child Mind Insitute, an NYC-based organization dedicated to improving mental health care for chi...
How to Talk to Kids About Tragedy in the News
The American Humane Association offers tips for parents and caregivers to help kids cope with tragic...
How to Raise a Bilingual Child & The Benefits of Learning a Second Language
Raising a bilingual child is easier than you think, and there are many benefits of learning a second...
Ask the Expert: Does Peanut Butter Need to Be Refrigerated?
Once you open that jar of peanut butter, it's recommended to refrigerate the peanut butter because t...
13 Free Admission Days at National Parks in 2013
There will be 13 dates in 2013 when more than 2,000 national parks, forests, wildlife refuges, and o...
7 Winter Safety Tips from the American Heart Association
The American Heart Association offers winter weather tips to keep people safe this winter from cold ...
Important Flu Recommendations for High-Risk Populations
The winter months mean people are more likely to get sick with the cold and influenza viruses going ...
10 Important Safety Tips to Keep in Mind When Decorating for Holidays
The holiday season calls for putting up Christmas lights and holiday decorations. Keep safe and avoi...
10 Tips to Keep The Holidays From Stressing You Out
In the midst of the holiday season, you may find yourself loosing steam and getting stressed. Two ps...
Ask the Expert: How Do I Calm a Colicky Baby?
If you've got a colicky baby, chances are you feel guilty and might be at a loss on how to soothe he...
Holiday Cookie Recipe: Chocolate Peppermint Bars
These chocolate peppermint cookie bars layer fudgy brownies with smooth peppermint creme and chocola...
Ask the Expert: How Do I Make Family Meals When One Child Is Gluten Intolerant?
When one child is gluten intolerant or allergic to gluten, it can make cooking for your family much ...
Avoid Safety Hazards at Temporary Charging Stations
Good Samaritans who have electricity are offering "charging stations" to help the millions who are w...
What To Do At Your Child's Parent Teacher Conference
Many schools require parents to meet with their child's teacher at least once a year at a parent tea...
The Benefits of Open-Ended Toys for Kids
This holiday season when shopping for toys and gifts, consider open-ended toys like blocks that fost...
Ask the Expert: What are Some of the Healthier Options on a Typical Restauarant's Kids' Menu?
When dining out with kids, the kids' menu is never very creative and does not offer much variety or ...
Musical Theater Classes For Kids in Long Island
If you're looking for musical theater classes for kids on Long Island, New York, look no further: we...
Ask the Expert: Does My Child Have Seasonal Affective Disorder?
Seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, is more common in teens and young adults, but it sometimes affe...
Must-Have Toys and Games for Holiday 2012 Revealed on 'America's Wish List'
TimetoPlayMag.com reveals the top must-have toys and games for the holiday 2012, chosen by American ...
December 2012 Table of Contents
The NYMetroParents December 2012 Winter Showcase and Holiday issue offers features on the top 10 hol...
Ask the Expert: Is that Bounce Place Safe for Your Child?
Bounce houses and trampoline parks are becoming increasingly popular as birthday party venues for ki...
Ranger Rick Celebrates 50 Years with a New Magazine and App for Kids
National Wildlife Federation, publisher of "Ranger Rick," one of the longest-running children's maga...
Yoga Gives Kids Strength, Removes Stress, and Builds Confidence
You may wonder "Is yoga right for my child?" but the answer is simple: yoga is beneficial for everyo...
How to Tell if a Recipe Is Worth Making
How do you know when a recipe is worth making? Online, you have millions of recipes at your fingerti...
Holiday Makeover: One Mom Gives Permission to Change How You Celebrate
Keeping up with holiday family traditions can be harmful to your health and sanity. One mom encourag...
Imaginary Friends: Should I Be Worried?
Your child and her imaginary friend are inseparable, but, most likely, you shouldn't worry about the...
Top 10 Things to Do with Kids in Rockland this December
A list of 10 fun and low-cost (or free!) things to do for kids and families in Rockland County, NY t...
Three Down Syndrome Resources Collaborate on Prenatal Testing Issues
The National Down Syndrome Congress, the National Down Syndrome Society, and the Global Down Syndrom...
Professional Athletes To Help Families Devastated by Hurricane Sandy
From the NBA to MLB, professional athletes, many of whom are dads, have teamed up with diapers.com t...
Down Syndrome Prenatal Testing Pamphlet Now Available
The Global Down Syndrome Foundation has partnered with the National Down Syndrome Congress to publis...
Six Myths Standing In The Way Of Your Fitness Goals
You want to enter the new year feeling fit and healthy, but sometimes it's hard to know what's true ...
5 Tips for Buying Apps and Other Downloadable Gifts for Kids
The top gifts for kids this year are apps, digital games and music, and e-books, says a 2012 PBS Kid...
The Best of the Rest of the Web: Each Kindness, Teens, and a Woman President
From our December 2012 issue, a selection of thought-provoking, laugh-inducing, and just plain inter...
