• Camp

  Top Tips to Find the Best Camp for Your Child How do you pick the right camp for your child? What about accreditation and safety issues? With so many camps to choose from, where do you start your search? Our experts suggest you ask the following questions. By Kathy Sena

  

• Childcare

  What Parents Want When It Comes to Childcare More than 11 million children in the United States under age 5 spend approximately 36 hours per week in the care of someone other than their parent.

  

• Cultured Kids

  7 Ways to Nurture Kids' Creativity Here are some tips to nurture the creative side in your children all year long: By Cheryl Ziliani

  

• Education

  Drawing Out a Shy Child Some children are shy by temperament, but the right environment can empower the shy child. By Dr. Kenneth Shore

  

• Fun Stuff

  The Winter Olympics 2010 Family Style If your children are excited and inspired by the feats of athleticism they see on TV, invite some of their friends over to stage your own Olympic games at home. Here are some good games to play. By Tania K. Cowling and Farn Dupre

  

• Health

  Keep Your Child's Sweet Tooth Under Control Limiting your child’s sugar intake may not be a simple task, but it’s not impossible. Read these tips for keeping your child’s sweet tooth under control.

  

• Home

  Quick Tips for a Greener Thanksgiving Here are some tips for those looking to make their Turkey Day feast a green one.

  

• Jersey Jaunts

  Adventure Awaits in Pennsylvania While there are many Jersey jaunts available to families in our state, don’t forget that other adventures await an hour or two across the border in the Keystone State too. By Mary Ann McGann

  

• Maternity

  What Every Expectant Mother Should Know About Pain Management During Labor What every expectant mother should know about pain management during labor.

  

• Media Matters

  Reel Life: Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief Movie Review A review of the movie Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief. By Jane Louise Boursaw

  

• New Products

  Lanie Holland: An American Girl Doll Lanie Holland—American Girl’s 2010 Girl of the Year—will get your daughters in the mood for spring.

  

• Parenting

  A Teachable Moment: Raising the Kid of the Decade There are four critical life skills each child should develop. By Dr. Susan Bartell

  

• Party

  Fun and Inexpensive Birthday Party Games You’ve sent invitations, ordered the cake, and bought favors, but how can you keep young guests entertained? Games. Here are five easy, inexpensive ones to play at your child’s next party. By Myra Wright

  

• Recipes

  Corned Beef with Red Currant-Mustard Sauce Recipe

  

• Safety

  Halloween Safety Tips By using safety tips and common sense, families can help their youngsters to make the most of Halloween events. Here are some tips:

  

• Special Needs

  The Thrill of Victory at the Special Olympics of New Jersey The Special Olympics of New Jersey ensures that every child can experience the joy of hitting a home run or scoring a touchdown—even those with an intellectual disability. By Jennifer L. Nelson

  

• Teens

  Watercooler Talk: Newsy Items About Teens Read these short news items about teen behavior, college tours and costs, and more.

  

• Fit Kids

  Bringing Physical Fitness Indoors Health professionals say many people gain weight during the winter months. With pediatric obesity levels at an all-time high, it’s vital that your family keep moving despite the cold. By Mary Ann McGann

  

• Links to Fun

  New Jersey Theaters, Concert and Dance Centers Cultural arts and sports venues in New Jersey.

  

• NJ's Favorite Kids' Docs

  Westfield Pediatric Dental Group

  

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