Parenting

It's intense out there! And it's going to last longer than a day. Election season often brings heightened emotions and stress, not just for adults but for kids, too. The news, debates and intense conversations can trickle down, making...

SF Bay Area mom and teacher Cindy Knapp grew up in a football-loving family cheering for the San Francisco 49ers. She met her husband, Joe, at Sac State where he was attending to play football. Their kids, Logan and...

Interactive memory activities play a crucial role in occupational therapy for children, helping to develop essential cognitive skills and improve daily functioning. These engaging exercises not only enhance memory but also support executive function, attention, and visual processing abilities....

A few weeks ago, my younger sister (I have five sisters) had a baby girl. This baby is the first granddaughter after nine grandsons. When my sister told me she was pregnant, as a mom of two boys myself,...

Baby massage is a gentle, nurturing practice that promotes bonding between parents and their infants while offering numerous physical and emotional benefits. Through soothing touch, parents can help improve their baby’s sleep, digestion, and circulation, among other things. Here...

Got a day off as a family and wondering where to go that's closer to the Bay than Apple Hill or Disneyland? We have compiled our top recommendations for day trips near and around San Francisco Bay Area. These places...

Even after your children finish their Halloween candy, it’s hard to get them out of their costumes. Whether your child wants to live out their Disney Princess dreams or strap on their favorite superhero suit, find ways to repurpose...

Indigenous Peoples' Day, celebrated on the second Monday in October, offers a meaningful opportunity to honor and acknowledge Indigenous peoples' history, culture, and contributions. When considering how kids' yoga can be integrated into the recognition of Indigenous Peoples' Day, several connections...

Did you know? Children are 3.5 times more likely to be hit by a car and killed on Halloween than on an average day.  With all the fun and festivities of trick-or-treating, it can be easy to forget a frightening...

In a major victory for children’s health, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed the California School Food Safety Act, the first law in the U.S. to ban six harmful dyes from food served in the state’s public schools. Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel (D-Encino)...