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6 Ways to Make Co-Parenting Work During the Coronavirus Pandemic

As families acclimate to the new normal during this global pandemic, former couples are contending with new challenges when it comes to co-parenting. We pinpointed the best practices for co-parenting while adhering to social distancing measures.

Quarantining With My Family Is Putting My Parenting and Relationship to the Test—How Do I Cope?

Social distancing at home during coronavirus with partners and children is a stress test for the family unit that can overwhelm our coping resources. Parents.com's 'Ask Your Mom' advice columnist, Emily Edlynn, Ph.D., explains how to support your most important relationships during this time.

Teens Are Planning Virtual Proms to Get Through the End of Senior Year Social Distancing

This year has been tough on high school seniors, who have had graduations, proms, and several other special events canceled in order to slow the spread of the coronavirus. In this week's 'Teen Talk' column, a senior shares her school's creative solution for recreating those once-in-a-lifetime moments.

8 Activities Teens Can Do at Home That Aren't Playing Animal Crossing

From learning a new language to testing their interior decorating skills, these fun activities for teens will keep them occupied when they're over the latest video game.

Your Social Distancing Parenting Style, Based on Your Zodiac Sign

Pride yourself on your stockpiling organizational strategy? Counting down the hours until you can take a luxurious albeit brief shower? Here's what your sun sign says about your parenting style during the pandemic.

My 7-Year-Old Is Afraid of Growing Up and I Don’t Blame Her

How’d we get too busy with school, activities, sports, and playdates to enjoy the small moments and time we have?

63 Fun Questions to Get Your Kid Talking

Children ask questions—lots of questions. But you can turn the tables! Here are 63 fun suggestions to get a conversation started.

6 Small Ways to Make Each of Your Kids Feel Special

Found: Simple but powerful ways to ensure all of your children feel like a VIP.

10 Life Skills to Teach Your Child by Age 10

6 Tips to Avoid Passing Your Own Anxiety On to Your Kids

Should I Let My Son's Stepfather Adopt Him?

10 Things You Should Never Say to Your Kids

How Do I Help My Anxious Child During the Pandemic?

Children who are already anxious are more likely to feel worried and fearful about COVID-19, but parents can make a big difference in helping children feel safe.