Parenting in New York City: Tips, advice and helpful resources

A close-up of a dog to show how NYC Families Can Help Shelter Dogs Right Now with the Adventure Buddy Program

How NYC Families Can Help Shelter Dogs Right Now with the Adventure Buddy Program

By Danielle Ramos

A teenage brain has a lot going on

Queens

Teenagers! Understanding What’s Happening in Your Teen’s Brain

By Jeannine Cintron

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Trinity School

Trinity Day Camp provides a summer of discovery, friendship and fun.

Deer Mountain Day Camp

Play, Create, and Have Fun at Deer Mountain Day Camp

YMCA of Long Island Summer Day Camp

YMCA of Long Island Summer Day Camp – CAMP LIFE is the BEST LIFE

Queens College Summer Camp

The Queens College Summer Camp is Back Once Again for Another Exciting and Exhilarating Summer of Fun Activities for Your Kids to Enjoy!

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Rockland

Parenting Through the Holidays After Losing Your Mom

By Danielle Ramos

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The Secret to a Less Stressful Holiday: Dr. Claudia Fernandes on Mental Health and Connection

By Danielle Ramos

A happy teen with a gift from a tween and teen gift guide

New York Family Holiday Gift Guide for Tweens and Teens 2025

By Shara Levine

Stranger Things

4 Ways to Celebrate the New Season of Stranger Things

By Jeannine Cintron

What’s Up with Teenagers and Friendsgiving?

By Jeannine Cintron

The Thanksgiving Danger No One Talks About: How to Keep Teens From Drunk Driving on Blackout Wednesday

The Thanksgiving Danger No One Talks About

By Danielle Ramos

Babs Costello, the Internet’s Favorite Grandma, Shares How to Survive the Holidays With Less Stress and More Fun

Babs Costello, the Internet’s Favorite Grandma, Shares Tips for Surviving the Holidays

By Danielle Ramos

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A Day of Discovery at the Brooklyn Charter School Fair

By New York Family

Viral Video of Wicked’s Cynthia Erivo Just Might Leave You in Tears

Viral TikTok Video of Wicked’s Cynthia Erivo Just Might Leave You in Tears

By Danielle Ramos

Why Some Families Turn to Private Schools for Learning Differences

Elementary to High School

Why Some Families Turn to Private Schools for Learning Differences

By Tara Lustberg

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New York Family: Special Child 2025

By New York Family

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Westchester Family: Special Child 2025

By New York Family

Choosing a Caregiver for My Special Needs Child

Choosing a Caregiver for My Special Needs Child

By Dana Greenberg

How to Help Your Differently-Abled Child Thrive in School

Daycare & Preschool

How to Help Your Special Needs Child Thrive in School

By New York Family

Things to Do with Kids

Join us at the 2nd Annual Bronx Charter School Fair

By New York Family

New York City Introduces Baby Boxes Across Four City Hospitals

Brooklyn

NYC Introduces Baby Boxes Across Four City Hospitals

By Náosha Gregg

Westchester’s New Law Makes Diaper Duty Easier for Moms AND Dads

Westchester’s New Law Makes Diaper Duty Easier for Moms AND Dads

By Danielle Ramos

The Rise of Breast Cancer in Younger Women

Pregnancy & Childbirth

The Rise of Breast Cancer in Younger Women

By Danielle Ramos