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Touch is as important to infants and children as eating and sleeping. Babies need touch to survive and thrive and those who don’t get it are often left with significant, lifelong emotional and psychological problems. Read more...

Blame Cinderella. Stepparents have a bad rap, and overcoming the built-in obstacles can be tough. Do it with patience, dedication and sensitivity. Read more...

For parents with a diabetic child, Halloween can be worrisome. Treats abound the entire month of October, culminating in the big day of trick-or-treating. Read more...

Is your kid getting (or sending) rude texts? Resist the urge to cancel their texting plan - reach for the teaching moment instead. Read more...