The stereotypically fraught relationship between a woman and her mother-in-law doesn’t always ring true, but one often cited source of contention might have more of a basis in reality, according to a recent New York Times article: the maternal grandparent advantage. “You hear this often: Paternal grandparents tread very carefully, mindful that a daughter-in-law might …

Yes, siblings can be annoying. And frustrating. And — just — ugh. But as it turns out, there may be a few benefits to having a brother or sister. In fact, a new study has found that your siblings could make you kinder and more empathetic. In other words, siblings really do — or at …

When it comes to parenting, many articles and books focus on what mothers and fathers ‘should’ do in raising their children. But what about the things they do that they ‘shouldn’t’? Since the amount of information can be so overwhelming when it comes to the ‘dos’ of parenting, we decided to focus on the opposite: …

PRACTICE USING TOOLS Before you start on a project, get kids comfortable with tools. Have them practice using a tape measure or hammering nails and tightening screws in scrap pieces of wood to gain confidence. Be sure to have them wear safety gear! The when you decide to start a project, make sure it’s age …

It goes without saying that you need to find a unique approach to raising every child, but there are some common golden rules that will help you connect with even the most disobedient kid. Paul Raeburn and Kevin Zollman in their work “The Theory of Games for Parents” argue that the classic strategy of game …