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A mother wonders what she can do to change her son's angry temperament.

What should a parent do about one twin who's ready for kindergarten when the other isn't?

Is it harmful to a child to have gay parents?

Parents who have adult children living with them have a right to expect those kids to agree to a contract.

Parents should clearly and firmly indicate what behavior directed towards his sister is unacceptable.

A new stepmother asks how she should help raise her stepson.

A girl seeks help disciplining her 10-year-old sister.

Sibling putdowns are a normal part of life, but parents can certainly forbid any such hurtful talk in their presence.

You can prevent jealousy in your older child by involving him in caring for the baby.

Parents need to keep an eye on their older kids when they are near their younger siblings. Kids are not usually aware of how much harm their hitting, pulling, shaking, etc. can cause.

What to do when sibling rivalry and jealousy continue into adulthood.

What do you do with a family member (30-years-old) who is still living with parents (70-years-old) and has just presented them with a second out-of-wedlock child?

Just knowing their grandparents are there, always ready and wanting to help in any way they can, is a wonderful emotional anchor for children, even if it's difficult for them to open up.

Children learn easily that they can and do get a lot of attention by being demanding, whining and never being satisfied.

Our expert feels that hitting children as a form of discipline or punishment has no place in the healthy raising of children.

Our expert advises a mother on how to help her four younger children deal with their oldest brother going off to college.

By FamilyEducation Editorial Staff

How to help your young child adjust to their new baby brother or sister.