sports

  1. Autism Spectrum Disorders

    Saturday in the park with autism

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    When Birth to Three (early intervention services) first came to our home to assess my son at 18 months, they asked my husband and...
  2. Baby Names

    Baby boy names from the NHL

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    As the Stanley Cup Finals heat up, get inspired by these baby boy names from NHL greats. Hockey's most beloved players offer...
  3. School Age Kids

    How to prevent common childhood sports injuries

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    April is National Sports Safety Month — a time for parents and kids to become more aware of the risks associated with playing...
  4. Special Needs

    Should students with disabilities have equal access to sports?

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    This year, the U.S. Department of Education issued clarifying guidelines to help schools provide students with disabilities equal...
  5. Nutrition & Diet Tips

    What March Madness champs are eating

    A college athlete's body is a finely-tuned engine that needs the right fuel to make it go. It's up to sports nutritionists to give...
  6. School Age Kids

    Youth sports: Good for their muscles and their brains

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    With parents encouraging their kids to compete with more intensity than ever before, youth sports sometimes get a bad reputation. Is...
  7. Children's Health

    Overuse injuries in youth sports

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    The world of youth sports has become way more competitive in recent years. Many kids have played 10 years of competitive sports by...
  8. Exercise & Fitness

    Maria Menounos shoots, scores and stays in shape

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    What’s a former beauty queen doing on the basketball court? Getting in enviable shape, that's what! Extra host and our Girl Crush...
  9. Mom & Dad

    Holiday gifts for the sports fanatic mom

    Guys aren't the only one who love sports. If Mom is a sports fanatic, give her a holiday gift of tickets, memorabilia, team gear and...
  10. Manis, Pedis & More

    San Francisco Giants-inspired nail design

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    In honor of the San Francisco Giants winning the 2012 World Series, here is a fun nail design to celebrate with the winning team!...
  11. Entertaining

    Girls' guide to football

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    It's a common scene in many an American living room — the guys staring intently at the TV, only moving for the occasional high-five...
  12. Celebrity Gossip

    Favorite Chicago athletes, past and present

    Chicago plays home to major sports teams: the Bears, the Cubs, the White Sox, the Blackhawks and the Bulls. Some of the best and...
  13. New Products & Reviews

    Best apps for the iPhone: Apps for sports fans

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    Sports fans can follow their favorite teams and players with these apps for the iPhone. Whether you are a fantasy sports junkie or...
  14. Parenting

    How to help your kid hone an extracurricular activity

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    No doubt your community and neighborhood school offer lots of fun activities for kids. Check out ways to foster your kids' interest...
  15. Movies & Reviews

    Six movies to induce Olympic fever

    The 2012 London Summer Olympics are starting in just a couple of days. If you're not quite prepped for the thrill of victory and...
  16. Parenting Advice & Columns

    Parenting Guru: How to prevent sports injuries

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    If you're thinking your children practice sports with a different intensity than you ever did as a kid, you're not alone. Young...
  17. Mom & Dad

    5 Holiday gift ideas for the sports nut dad

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    If your dad, husband or any other guy in your life is a diehard sports fan, give him a gift that reflects his favorite team, player...
  18. Kids' Parties

    Birthday party themes for boys

    Planning a birthday party for your son can be a blast, but trying to pick out a theme can be difficult. With kids changing their...
  19. Activities for Kids

    How many activities should my child have?

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    Here's a quick guide to activities for kids of all ages, including recommendations on what different age groups can handle.
  20. Monday Mom Challenge

    Monday Mom challenge: Are you a good sport?

    You talk a good game. At soccer, hockey and even Monopoly, you talk to your kids about being a good sport. You comfort and counsel...
  21. School Age Kids

    Teaching your kids not to be sore losers

    You probably can hear your own mother saying it now, just like you say it to your kids, “Don’t be a sore loser.” Whether it’s a...