Tough Topics

• Disciplining Your Toddler

  Reeling in your active little one can be tough. But setting limits now helps prevent bigger problems down the road.

• Drugs: What Parents Need to Know

  Knowing what drugs are out there, what they can do, and how they can affect someone is the first step in raising drug-free kids.

• Getting Support When Your Child Has Special Health Care Needs

  You might have more on your plate than most parents, but it doesn’t mean you have to do it all alone. Here’s how to ask for help and avoid caregiver burnout.

• Handling Picky Eating in Toddlers (Video)

  Make mealtimes more pleasant and less stressful for everyone by learning how to handle a picky eater.

• Helping Kids Cope With Cliques

  With cliques prevalent in middle and high school, most kids encounter them at some point. Here’s how parents can help kids maintain confidence and self-respect while dealing with cliques.

• Helping Kids When They Worry

  All kids worry at times, and some may do so more than others. But parents can help kids manage it and tackle everyday problems with ease. Find out how.

• Helping Your Child Manage Anxiety (Video)

  Feeling nervous, worried, or uneasy at times is a normal part of growing up. Here’s how to help your child feel more in control and deal with stress.

• Helping Your Family Cope With Military Deployment

  When a parent is sent away for military service (deployment), family life changes. Here’s how parents and caregivers can help kids cope.

• How Can I Help My Teen Quit Smoking for Good?

  If your teen smokes, here are tips to help them kick the habit.

• How to Talk to Your Child About the News

  News reports are often educational. But when stories are about disturbing topics, parents can find it hard to explain to kids. Here are some guidelines.