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Issues and Advice


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Each month, you'll be able to get answers directly from experts covering a wide range of parenting topics. You'll also have a chance to share your own expert tips with other parents. Join the conversation!

Forming a Love of Family History
by Henry Louis Gates, Jr.

Henry Louis Gates, Jr., host and producer of the African American Lives series on PBS, offered tips and advice on how to help children discover their family history. Read and Comment »

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Reaping the Many Benefits of Family Dinners
Posted on January 20, 2012

Anne Fishel Ph.D. speaks, consults, and publishes widely on a range of issues to do with families and couples. Join her discussion on the importance of eating together as a family.   Read and Comment »

Recent Comment

"For anyone who is interested in getting more information on the topics covered in our films, please check out www.storyofstuff.org. There, you'll find a variety of short animated films addressing..." Read more »

Et-tech-quiette

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Discover the true meaning of etiquette in the digital age with Emily Post's great-great-granddaughter, Anna Post.

Celebrate Diversity

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Being unique is great! Find out what you can do to help your kids celebrate the things that make them different from others.

Age-by-Age Insights

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Find out how much of your conversation kids really understand — and why they don't seem to pay attention when you want them to.

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Benefits of Eating Together

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See how family dinners can be beneficial for families from the eyes of a family therapist.

Take Play Seriously

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Play is nature's way of getting kids to do the work of growing up. Foster imaginative play in your children with these top tips.

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