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Gadgets, Electronics & Automotive

Keep your tech safe: Avoid a poolside disaster this summer

With tablets becoming more portable and smart phones doubling as MP3 players, it’s more common than ever to take electronics...

Autism Spectrum Disorders

Saturday in the park with autism

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

Baby Names

Baby boy names from the NHL

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

School Age Kids

How to prevent common childhood sports injuries

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

Special Needs

Should students with disabilities have equal access to sports?

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

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...

School Age Kids

Youth sports: Good for their muscles and their brains

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

Children's Health

Overuse injuries in youth sports

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

Exercise & Fitness

Maria Menounos shoots, scores and stays in shape

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

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...

Manis, Pedis & More

San Francisco Giants-inspired nail design

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

Entertaining

Girls' guide to football

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...

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...

New Products & Reviews

Best apps for the iPhone: Apps for sports fans

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

Parenting

How to help your kid hone an extracurricular activity

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

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...

Parenting Advice & Columns

Parenting Guru: How to prevent sports injuries

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

Mom & Dad

5 Holiday gift ideas for the sports nut dad

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...

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...

Activities for Kids

How many activities should my child have?

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

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...