Boy Brain – Girl Brain: Is There a Difference?

on September 24, 2012

Two Boston gender experts are challenging beliefs that boys and girls learn and behave differently because of brain structure, and must therefore be taught differently. They argue that our culture creates stereotypes that lead to these differences.... Read full article

1 in 7 Massachusetts Children Lives in Poverty

on September 20, 2012

While Massachusetts remains among the states with the highest median income in the nation, U.S. Census figures reveal that one in seven children here live in poverty.... Read full article

Teen Diabetes Rates Are Way Up

on August 26, 2012

Diabetes and prediabetes have more than doubled among U.S. teens. Health experts urge parents to focus more on teens’ eating and exercise habits.... Read full article

Homework: Does it Help or Hurt?

on August 26, 2012

The debate over homework continues nationwide. Here are guidelines for parents concerned about their child’s homework load.... Read full article

Blog for BostonParentsPaper.com!

on August 17, 2012

Are you a parenting blogger? Blog for us at BostonParentsPaper.com! Increase your reach and influence with Massachusetts parents. Email us about the focus of your blog today!... Read full article

Boston Parents Paper 2012 Family Favorites – Great Places for Families to Shop, Eat and Dine

on July 20, 2012

The Boston Parents Paper's 2012 Family Favorites, as selected by readers and evaluated by our editorial staff, include top places to dine, shop, explore and have fun across Eastern Massachusetts.... Read full article

Boston Parents Paper 2012 Family Advocate of the Year – Birthday Wishes

on July 20, 2012

The Boston Parents Paper annually honors a person or organization helping local families in need with our Family Advocate Award. This year's honoree is Birthday Wishes, which hosts birthday parties for children in homeless shelters.... Read full article

5 Questions for New England Barbecue Society President Jared Huizenga

on June 24, 2012

Jared Huizenga, president of the New England Barbecue Society, shares cooking tips to help improve your backyard cookouts. ... Read full article

Could Measles Make a Comeback?

on June 21, 2012

A decline in the vaccination rate, coupled with a resurgence of measles abroad could spell trouble for American families who haven't had their children immunized for measles. The disease, once thought eradicated, seems to be making a comeback.... Read full article

5 Questions for Financial Advisor John Spooner

on May 25, 2012

Author and Boston-based financial adviser John Spooner pens a new common-sense advice book told through a series of letters to his grandchildren.... Read full article