Is Melatonin Safe for Kids? Parents are using melatonin to help their children sleep. Here, an expert weighs in on whether these over-the-counter supplements are safe for kids. By Emily Elveru Medically reviewed by Antwon Chavis, M.D. Kids need plenty of shut-eye to fuel their growth and development, but 15% to 25% of young people have trouble falling and staying asleep, according to…
14 Family Halloween Movies to Watch This October Looking for chills and thrills this fall season? Check out our round-up of the best family-friendly Halloween movies. By Suelain Moy It’s time to get spooky! We rounded up the best Halloween movies for families—some of which are available on your favorite streaming services. The classic films will deliver plenty of thrills for Mom,…
It’s Okay To Let Your Kids Indulge in Sweets This Halloween One night of extra candy won’t hurt kids, but negative talk about it can lead to unhealthy food relationships. By Tanay Howard Parents are gearing up for what is arguably the sweetest holiday for our kiddos: Halloween. After spending way too many hours collecting and sorting mountains of candy, we…
How to Celebrate Diwali With Kids Children’s book author Raakhee Mirchandani talks about how she celebrates Diwali with her family and friends. By Raakhee Mirchandani Diwali is my favorite holiday. I love everything about it: the food, the mithai, gathering with friends and family, gorgeous new Indian clothes, and decorating my apartment. I especially love all the new traditions my daughter…
Latina Moms Deserve More Support At Work COVID-19 continues to impact the mental health of mothers in Latinx communities, forcing them to leave their jobs, and take their future into their own hands. By Priscilla Blossom Prior to the pandemic, 36-year-old Pilar V. worked as an assistant principal at a South Florida school and loved her job. But when COVID-19 hit…
12 Fun Halloween Activities for Kids You Can Do at Home Whether you have a fourth grader obsessed with STEM experiments or a kindergartner who loves squishing slime, get into the spooky spirit with these easy Halloween activities for toddlers, preschoolers, and big kids. By Christin Perry Feeling stretched thin trying to come up with cool new activities for your kids?…
11 Latin-Inspired Holiday Traditions to Start This Year Whether you want to start a new holiday tradition with your kids or continue one from your childhood, we have lots of inspiration from parents who know how to get in the spirit. By Wanda Medina 1. Shake What Your Mami Gave You Guatemalan- Nicaraguan mom Susana Sanchez-Young, of Fredericksburg, Virginia, gets her…
The Benefits of Reading to Your Baby Get ready to break out your copy of Goodnight Moon! Research shows it’s never too early to start reading with your little one, so we broke down nine important benefits of books. By Linda DiProperzio and Alison Fox There’s nothing better than picking up a classic children’s book and sharing it with your baby. From The…
Why Can My Child Understand Spanish But Not Speak It? A look at receptive bilingualism, the complicated feelings it can create for Latinx caretakers, and how to adapt to your child’s language skills. By Priscilla Blossom Despite the fact that I was raised by two predominantly Spanish-speaking immigrants, my mother says that when I was a young child I would flat…
10 Fun Things To Do With Kids This Fall Whether you’re looking for something simple and easy or an entire day of fun, these affordable activities will bring joy to the whole family. By Kat Brancato Fall is such a magical time of year, and there are so many enjoyable things to look forward to. Yet with each new season, there…
