Check out our April 2018 issue for tips on planning a blowout birthday party, how to have a healthy marriage when a child has autism, and autism myths to ignore, plus what makes toddlers tick and how to green your home. Additionally, we have advice on creating a family budget that works; guides on where to watch a minor league baseball game, visit a farmers market, go on a fundraising walk, and stop by a bookstore; birthday cake recipes you can bake at home; a bubble wand craft; tips to keep you and your kids healthy while traveling; and how to know if your teen is ready to be a counselor-in-training.
Birthday Parties
Planning a Blowout Birthday Party
Whether you’re celebrating a major milestone or simply want to have an extra-special party, these tips from event planners can help you create a totally terrific bash.
Birthday Cakes You Can Bake at Home with Your Kids
Three recipes that are easy enough for kids to help make and will get them excited about baking and decorating.
Special Needs
5 Common Myths About Autism Spectrum Disorder You Should Ignore
The five biggest misconceptions about autism spectrum disorder that just aren’t true.
How to Have a Strong Marriage when Raising a Chid with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Your child’s ASD diagnosis can be challenging to your relationship. Experts share how to keep your bond strong.
Things to Do
Make a giant bubble wand and a batch of bubbles to keep kids entertained for hours.
Family Fun in Manhattan This April
The four can’t-miss events happening this month in Manhattan.
Find tons of fun things to do in your area in April by searching our comprehensive calendar of kid and family events.
April Activities
Family Life
How to Make Your House More Environmentally Friendly
Five simple steps to reducing environmental toxins around your house.
Tips to make a spending plan that covers the things you need and helps you save for the things you want.
Raising Kids
5 Things Parents Should Know About Keeping Kids Healthy While Traveling
Zak Zarbock, M.D.—dad, pediatrician, and founder of Zarbee’s Naturals—shares tips to keep kids healthy while traveling.
A Passion for the Performing Arts
How sharing my interest in the arts helped me become a better parent.
Why Does My Toddler Do Weird Things?
What makes toddlers tick.
Is My Child Ready to Be a Counselor-in-Training at Summer Camp?
What being a counselor-in-training really means, and what camp directors look for in their trainees.
Teaching kindness and other parenting quotes from around the web.
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