Articles on Children

For Dads: Fun Ways to Stay Fit with Your Family

It’s June, and Father’s Day is coming up — time to indulge Dad with some R&R, perhaps a favorite beer and a chance to catch a World Cup game on TV. Nothing wrong with a little...

Growing Up With God

it’s an ancient hindu saying that “the mother and father are the child’s first guru.” Children learn the most basic human skills from their parents: along with...

Bringing Up Baby

I was recounting to a friend a conversation I’d recently had with my doctor. “He wants to put me on fertility pills,” I said. My doctor described the medication like...

Teach Your Children Well

In the native Toltec tradition of rural Mexico, the shamanic healer, or nagual, guides individuals on their path to personal freedom with simple, practical teachings. Trained by his...

Bhakti Babies

Adults aren’t the only ones who find inner peace and outer strength through yoga. The ancient art also helps kids achieve healthier bodies and minds in an environment that praises...

Calm Mom: 5 Ways to Be a Present Parent

Life before baby: Long breakfast over the New York Times; light lunch with friends downtown; 45 minutes of cardio; Thai with Tom at 6 p.m. Life after kids: 5:00 a.m. wake-up call from...

10 Ways To Nurture Greatness In Your Child

We know them when we see them. They're fun to be around. They show concern for others, and often display an understanding beyond their years. They make us laugh. They surprise us with...

Breathing Room

I want my own room. It’s the afternoon of a long day and we are all getting tired. I’m sick of everyone touching my stuff. I want a place of my own where I can write, paint,...