Child Behavior

Are You Clumsy, or Do You Have Sensory Low Registration?

Tripping over objects on the floor, bumping into things often, having your clothing caught on doors or drawers — these are all mishaps that are usually just attributed to being clumsy or checked out.

What Does Modern Parenting Look Like? 23 Millennials Share Their Rules

We're millennials, of course we don't make our kids hug anyone they don't want to.

When Should Kids Stop Sleeping With Their Parents? Here's What the Experts Say

Should There Be Child-Free Zones on Planes? 1 Airline Is Making It Happen

Traveling with a baby or young kids can be a daunting experience for parents, and it often leads to heightened stress levels for parents and fellow travelers.

What Is Oppositional Defiant Disorder, a Commonly Misunderstood Condition?

This informational guide, part of POPSUGAR's Condition Center, lays out the realities of this health concern: what it is, what it can look like, and strategies that medical experts say are proven to help.

How To Teach Your Kids Intuitive Eating

One of the most important relationships caregivers foster in children is their relationship with food.

ARFID Is More Than Just Picky Eating — Here's What Parents Need to Know

Many parents struggle to feed picky eaters and worry their kids aren't getting their nutritional needs met with only a small selection of their favorite foods.

These 5 Words Changed the Way My Kids Receive Gifts

A few years ago, when my son turned 5 and my daughter turned 3, their behavior drastically changed around receiving a gift.

These Extraordinary Toddlers Have Stolen Our Hearts

What makes a toddler particularly extraordinary?

I'm the Parent Who Lets Their Kids Solve Their Own Playground Squabbles

If you see me at a local park or out and about with my kids, you may think I'm a free-range parent — and I'm okay with that.

Here's What You Can Say to Kids Instead of "Bossy"

When it comes to raising children, a great deal of importance lies in helping them mature emotionally as well as linguistically.

Is Shelter-in-Place Affecting My Toddler's Language Development? Here's What Experts Say

My youngest son recently turned 2, which means half of his life has happened during the COVID-19 pandemic.