Constructive ways to help your young child manage and cope with their emotions during COVID-19

on April 10, 2020

COVID-19 is stressful. Fear and anxiety about any disease — let alone one that brings with it acute and indiscriminate illness, social isolation, financial strain and even job insecurity — can result in overpowering emotions in all of us. ... Read full article

Hoverboard Safety for Kids

by Tracey Sutherland, cPNP on April 06, 2020

Safety advice from Boston Children's Hospital on Hoverboard safety... Read full article

Expert Advice on How to Talk to Your Kids About the Coronavirus

on April 01, 2020

These are some of the questions and comments I’ve heard from my three kids over the past week. Given the recent school closures, lack of toilet paper and bombarding messages about handwashing, it is understandable why kids may feel confused or scared... Read full article

Boosters and the back seat: Car seat safety is important for kids of all ages!

by Kathy Kiley, BSN, RN, CPEN on March 06, 2020

Making sure the time is right to transition a child to to a booster seat is essential for child safety while driving.... Read full article

What Are Infant Lip and Tongue Ties?

by Lexington Smile Studio on February 24, 2020

If it’s determined that your baby has a lip or tongue tie, CO2 laser therapy is the most advanced, quick and safe treatment. ... Read full article

Ice Skating Ponds in Massachusetts

on January 07, 2020

Grab your ice skates and visit one of these ice skating ponds in Massachusetts. Massachusetts' ice skating ponds are a great way to enjoy the outdoors during winter and introduce the next generation to Massachusetts' ice skating tradition.... Read full article

Top 5 Hiking Trails in Massachusetts

on December 30, 2019

Hiking is a great way for you and your kids to get some exercise while enjoying each other’s company in the great outdoors. Fortunately, Massachusetts offers countless hiking trails. ... Read full article

Open Adoption and Diverse Families

on December 03, 2019

National Adoption Month provides an opportunity to turn a spotlight on adoption, acknowledge the many families created through adoption, and reflect on how the practice of adoption has evolved over the years. ... Read full article

What is a Tongue-Tie?

by Lexington Smile Studio on November 28, 2019

A common sign that a child may be tongue-tied is a delay in speech development. Learn about treating tongue-tie today. ... Read full article

Understanding the Special Education Process and Feeling Positive About Support Received in a School

by Andrea Freeman and Tiffany Palenscar, Easterseals Massachusetts on October 10, 2019

Each child learns differently, which may mean that additional support in school is needed in certain areas. If this is the case, your child’s teacher or a school administrator may discuss having your child evaluated for special education services wi... Read full article