Perfect Party Food

Behind a successful kid’s birthday party is a stressed-out parent who ran down every detail to make sure everything comes together just right. Skip the stress and pick a venue with food options included. These DMV options take care...

Perfect Party Food

Behind a successful kid’s birthday party is a stressed-out parent who ran down every detail to make sure everything comes together just right. Skip...

Things to do in the DMV This Weekend: May 9-10

Don't have anything planned for the weekend? Check out these family-friendly events in the DMV, including Mother's Day fun and a Latin American celebration...

Mother’s Day Events in the DMV

Mommy and Me Salon DayMay 3, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Largo, MDMoms can learn the best ways to maintain and style their children’s hair...

What 2 Ask … Before Choosing a Camp

You’ve found a camp your child is excited about, and now it’s time to consider all the details! Don’t miss asking camp directors these...

Washington Family Editor Previews Local Camp Fair

In advance of the Washington Family Summer Camp & Activities Fair, which will be held on Saturday, Feb. 21 from noon-3 p.m. at Tyson's...

Save Money on Summer Camp

Summer camps are a great way for kids to spend their time over the summer, but they can be expensive to attend. Fortunately, there...

Supporting Your Middle Child

“Middle child syndrome” is a common phrase used to describe how middle children may feel left out or frequently compared to their siblings. In...

Moms Need Friends, Too

Go to any playground and watch two kids make friends instantly. Making friends as a little one can be as simple as being at...

Parent You Should Know … Amanda Levin

When Amanda Levin’s son was diagnosed with ADHD and autism, she found she had few friends who understood what it was like to raise...

Deals and Discounts for Teacher Appreciation Week

April 4-8 is Teacher Appreciation Week, which is a great time to thank the educators in your and your children’s lives. If you’re an...

Family-Friendly Sports Around the Bay (That Go Easy on the Wallet)

When my husband was a little boy in the 1960s, his father would sneak him into Redskins games tucked inside a long overcoat. The...

Magnet Schools for the Arts

Arts are often not a core part of curriculum the way that subjects like math and science are, so some students opt for magnet...

Supporting Your Middle Child

“Middle child syndrome” is a common phrase used to describe how middle children may feel left out or frequently compared to their siblings. In...

Do’s and Don’ts: What to Say to Your Young Athlete

Participating in youth sports can be incredibly beneficial for kids, but when parents place a lot of pressure on their young athletes, they can...

Brushing Up on Dental Care for All Ages

Encouraging your kids to adapt good tooth-brushing habits at a young age can help them keep their teeth healthy for life. We’ve compiled this...

Ask the Expert: What To Know About Pediatric Kidney Transplant

Kidney transplant is the most common organ transplant needed in children. Currently, more than 1,200 children nationwide are on a waiting list for a...

Brushing Up on Dental Care for All Ages

Encouraging your kids to adapt good tooth-brushing habits at a young age can help them keep their teeth healthy for life. We’ve compiled this...

Children of All Abilities Benefit from Inclusive Learning

In many schools, students who require a special education curriculum are separated from their able-bodied peers. There are many reasons why this is the...