New Year’s Eve is traditionally the ultimate “grown-up” holiday, but as a dad who has navigated this night for years, I know ...

Tech has taken over and Gen Alpha is engaging with screens (and social media) more than ever before. The negative effects of unmitigated screen time are well-documented and there’s a lot of content ...

Every parent knows the challenge of helping children manage big emotions, but finding effective calming tools for kids that don’t break the bank can feel like searching for a unicorn! If you’ve ever ...

In today’s fast-paced world, ensuring a good night’s sleep for children has become increasingly challenging. With overstimulation from screens, busy schedules, and stressors, many children struggle to ...

Big feelings are a normal part of being a toddler. They get frustrated, sad, and angry, but they don’t yet have the words or skills to deal with it all. This is when meltdowns happen, which are tough ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. “How to Train Your Amygdala” by Anna Housley ...

LA Times Studios may earn commission from purchases made through our links. Step into a well-considered kids’ room this year and you might pause for a moment. It’s different. Gone are the days of ...

The ubiquity of smart devices makes them an appealing option for parents looking to soothe upset children. However, frequent use of these devices among children aged 3 through 5 could lead to hindered ...

If you’ve ever had to tell a young child ‘no,’ then you already know that they can be downright unreasonable when they don’t get their way. And no matter how hard you try to stay calm and reason with ...

Do you ever feel that twinge of guilt when you lose patience with your kids even though you know they’re just being kids? If you’ve been there, you’re not alone. As working moms, we’re navigating a ...