Modern childhood leaves little time for free play. Experts think kids are suffering because of it.

No long, awkward pauses after these punchlines.

The practice has been popping up on birth plans everywhere, and science is on its side.

Nobody can think straight mid-tantrum. These breathing exercises can help.

Infant Swimming Resource (ISR) lessons teach kids as young as six months how to float should they end up in the water by accident.

Kids protein shakes promise to round out picky eaters’ diets and help kids grow. Nutritionists say it’s not that simple.

But does it work?

Every little bit helps.

In case grandpa's name won't do, here are some of the best old-school baby names.

It's a pundemic.

The Social Security Administration has published lists of the most popular names every year since the late 1800s. These unique boy names weren't on them.

Harper's a nice name and all, but there will be three of them in your daughter's kindergarten class.

You'll be surprised by which name means graceful and which just means... bailiff.

They're not such a tough audience if you have the right jokes.

What does an uncensored look at birth do for expecting parents? It offers a lot of visceral clarity.

Wouldn't your kid be such a badass Birdie or Greer?

The Magic 8 Ball equivalent of choosing your child's name is as good a technique as any.

Each of our kids may be unique and special — but they are also all named Olivia.

There's a whole world of flower baby names to pick beyond Rose.

The natural world is full of inspiration.