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My kid called someone 'fat.' Here's how experts suggest talking to them about what that term can mean.
Why "fat" isn't a bad word, but it can be used in a mean way.
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Toy guns are off-limits for some families. Here's how to explain it to kids.
Experts explain how parents can set boundaries in their home, and at playdates with friends.
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Arguing with your teen can teach them 'a highly valuable life skill,' experts say. Here's how to fight fairly.
Why. it's OK to argue with your teen — and how to do it productively.
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I don't like my kid's friend. Can anything be done?
Experts explain when to step in, and when to let it go.
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Virginia Sole-Smith wants parents to have the 'fat talk' with their kids
Society teaches kids that fat is a dirty word, but Sole-Smith's new book is striving to change the narrative around diet culture.
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Your kid walked in on you having sex. Now what?
Parents who have been caught in the act call it "extremely awkward." Here's what a sex educator recommends doing.
Yahoo LifeYoung kids are at risk of suicidal ideation too. Here's what mental health professionals recommend parents do if their child is struggling.
Mental health experts share the signs parents should look for — and how to act.
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Your kid is ready to join social media. Here's how to set boundaries to keep them safe.
Experts suggest implementing shared passwords, time limits and privacy settings.
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Safety, sex, social media: What parents should discuss with their teens ahead of spring break trips
Here's how to keep kids safe as they head to Cabo.
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Many parents don't talk to their kids about disability 'in fear of getting it wrong.' Here's how to start the conversation.
Experts share how to offer representation, demystify disability and teach curious kids what's inappropriate to do or ask.
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How to talk to your kids about school shootings: An age-by-age guide
Talking to kids about school shootings can leave parents feeling helpless. An expert says it's OK to admit that you don't have all the answers.
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Kids and social media: What parents should consider before letting their children go online
"If you notice that your child is struggling to have self-awareness, or that they are easily influenced by their peers, it may be too soon," warns on expert.
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'There is no dad in our family': How parents have helped their kids navigate questions about their households
Kids who come from adoptive, multiethnic or LGBTQ families are often fielding uncomfortable questions — but don't owe anyone an explanation.
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Applying for college is stressful. Here's how parents can help support their kids.
Parents share the challenges of helping their kids apply for college — and how they stopped the stress from "overtaking our lives."
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How to talk to your teen about binge drinking
Experts recommend "real talk about what alcohol is, what it does, how it works and therefore the risks to be aware of.”
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Worried your kid is cheating at school? Here's how parents can address it — and why it happens
Tools like ChatGPT can make it easy for students to cut corners. Experts share what parents should know.
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Most kids struggle to recognize an emergency and call 911. Here's what experts say to do.
"We have to teach our kids what to do in an emergency," one doctor says — though getting through password-protected phones makes it difficult.
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I decided to stop talking about my weight in front of my kids. Here's what experts say about the risks of normalizing diet talk.
"Talking to kids about weight can backfire because they may begin to feel self-conscious, anxious or ashamed of their bodies," says one expert/
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Kids should be involved in their own health care, experts say. Here's how to talk about therapy and medication options.
"A child deserves an explanation about what's been going on with their health and why they're taking medication, if it's recommended," a pediatrician says.
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How to talk to your kids about porn
A recent report found that the average age of a young person having their exposure to online pornography is 12.
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How to talk to young kids about mental health
Normalizing talk about emotions can help kids open up about what they're feeling — and build empathy if they see someone experiencing emotional distress.
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Parents in East Palestine, Ohio share how train derailment has upended their family life: 'I can't think of anything else right now except if my children are going to be safe'
“I don’t judge any other parents for their choice to keep their kids in town,” says a mom who took her boys to their dad's home two hours away.
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Dating after divorce: How to talk to your kids about a new love interest
"Wanting to be in a loving relationship is normal and natural and can be done without putting the kids’ needs second," a psychologist says.
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How to talk to boys about their siblings' periods: Experts explain how to have the conversation
Experts say the period conversation is one that's necessary to have with the young people in your home who do not menstruate. Here's how to do it.
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How to talk to kids about masturbation
Our own upbringings may have us seeing masturbation as a taboo topic, but it's an important part of getting to know our bodies and what feels pleasurable.
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Most parents worry that their kid will be bullied. But what do you do if your child is the bully?
“Parents have blinders on when it comes to their own kids," author Melinda Wenner Moyer says.