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Witnessing a temper tantrum oozing from the sticky mouth of a spoiled little whipper-snapper is not only a less than desirable experience, but it also carries enough nerve-bending weight to turn us adults into the Jimmy Hoffa of the local cherry red behind union.

It’s the typical American story. Daughter is becoming a first-time mom, and her mother wants to be supportive and helpful to her child. But that’s where our story takes a 21st century twist. What happens when a wannabe mother has a health condition that makes it dangerous for her to get pregnant? Enter first-time grandma. Literally.

There certainly are some amazing benefits to being an only child, like not having to share your room, not having to share your friends and not having to share your food. However, a new study suggests that those kids who grow up without a brother or sister might find more benefit in some good old-fashioned diet and exercise, as researchers have found that kids without siblings are 50 percent more l

It’s probably safe to say that kids these days aren’t as healthy as youngsters have been in the past. But of all the health risks that children of the 21st century face, which poses the biggest threat?

Three bored Delaware daycare workers found a really inadvisable way to spice up their jobs: they started their own toddler fight club in which they made their charges do battle with each other, and then captured the whole thing on tape.

If you regularly hear your toddler snoring at night you should be prepared for a host of other types of disturbances during their waking hours.

You might think in today’s world of soft disciplinary parenting most moms and dads aren’t beating their little diaper terrorists as a means of making them obey, but a new study finds that they actually are — just not when they think someone “important” is looking.

For the right price, there are plenty of professional photographers ready and willing to capture some of life’s biggest moments — graduations, weddings and the like. But how about births?

If you’re a newlywed or a new parent who’s suddenly found yourself feeling less satisfied with your professional life, take heart — you aren’t alone.

The positive effects dogs have on the mental well-being of their adult owners has been well-documented. Now a new study suggests that the presence of our furry best friends also acts to keep babies healthier.