No Emergency Fund? Consider a No-Spend Month to Create One
If you can withstand a financial emergency, give yourself a pat on the back.
Nearly half of Americans live paycheck to paycheck and 52 percent don’t have enough money to cover six months of expenses. In contrast, over half of Americans are uncomfortable with ...read more
25 Must-See Attractions of 2024 in New England
Get out and explore what Massachusetts has to offer. This list covers tried-and-true perennial favorites along with other destinations you might not have considered. Enjoy the fun and educational aspects of each one!read more
What Type of Camp Will Your Child Like?
When I was younger, I only had one choice for summer camp—the town camp. The town camp was a traditional all-day, six hour camp with a heavy emphasis on sports. I was more of a bookworm than an athlete so this type of camp was not a good match for my personality. ...read more
Baby Steps to Better Photos of Infants
Babies are beautiful! Follow these tips from local photographers for taking better photos of your precious little one.
9 Need-to-Know Facts About Cord Blood Banking
Thinking about checking out cord blood banking? These tips can help you decide.
Educators Discourage Family Vacations on School Time
You might want to think twice about pulling your kids out of school for a family vacation. Educators are strongly discouraging it, citing class time that's hard to make up and the burden placed on teachers asked for makeup work.
Pure Guesswork: In a Class by Himself
Are new or expectant parents like politicians? Boston Parents Paper humor columnist Steve Calechman explores the similarities and takes on one campaign promise that he doubts presidential candidates can keep – keeping college tuition affordable.
Boy Brain – Girl Brain: Is There a Difference?
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.
When Kids Exclude Others
New research reveals that children's reasons for excluding peers from games, parties and cliques are more complicated than previously thought. The study's findings could help adults guide kids to find alternatives.
Turning Kids On to Classical Music
Even if you have no background in classical music, it's easy to expose your kids and your family to the likes of Bach, Beethoven and Mozart. Follow these five tips from conductors and music educators.
1 in 7 Massachusetts Children Lives in Poverty
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.
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