Researchers and parents themselves explain why the strategy is so effective — especially during tough times.

"Sitting my husband down after a week apart for a little presentation of all the internet videos I saved for him to watch."

Whether it's from a cow or a pea, there's a type to suit every need.

"Be right back, my wife is in the kitchen and I need to go stand in front of the cabinet she’s about to open."

Address these vulnerabilities and safeguard your home against unauthorized entry and possible theft.

These daily habits don't take a lot of effort, but they make a big difference.

Our commitment to being "good moms" leads us to make very different decisions, and it shouldn't be that way.

"Nobody told me that when you get a husband the ears are sold separately."

"No parenting books or conversations ever prepared me for what to do when I hear 'I was bored so I woke the baby up.'"

Boredom is hard to come by in the digital age. Experts explain why it matters and how to make it happen.

"All you need for your kids to fall asleep at a reasonable hour is wake them up before sunrise and go to an amusement park in the blistering heat for 9 hours."

"What wine pairs best with finding out my in-laws are staying two days longer than planned."