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10 Tips To Be The Best Stepparent Possible [EXPERT]
Remember to follow their lead!

10 Tips To Be The Best Stepparent Possible

Assuming the role of stepparent is never easy. These tips will make it a bit more manageable.

"Fill in the blank: when it comes to disciplining their stepchildren, stepparents should _________." We asked the experts this question, and 62% agree: stepparents should discipline their steppkids as they would their own children. What else does it take to be a great stepparent? Here's what they had to say:

10 More Alternatives To Spanking Your Kids [EXPERT]
Spanking is associated with an increased risk of mental disorders in adulthood.

10 More Alternatives To Spanking Your Kids

... featuring advice from our experts about how to punish kids without causing psychological harm.

A study published in the July issue of the journal Pediatrics discovered a link between adult-onset mental health disorders — including substance abuse and anxiety — and childhood physical punishment — including spanking — thereby begging the question: How should parents discipline their kids?

Help! We Haven't Had Sex Since Baby Was Born [VIDEO]
Does your low libido make you worry about your marriage?

Help! We Haven't Had Sex Since The Baby Was Born

Has your sex drive been suffering since the birth of your child?

If it's been months since your baby was born and you still can't muster a fraction of the libido you once enjoyed, you aren't alone.

In Marriage & Motherhood: How To Be A Great Wife & Mom [EXPERT]
Struggling to be supermom?

In Marriage & Motherhood: How To Be A Great Wife & Mom

Learn how you can strike the perfect balance!

Marriage is tricky. Motherhood? Even trickier. Balancing them both is — well — just shy of impossible. So, we asked the experts for their best advice about how you can be everything to everyone all of the time ... or at least a great wife to your husband and a great mom to your kids. Here's what they had to say:

10 Effective Alternatives To Spanking Your Child [EXPERT]
Spanking is associated with an increased risk of mental disorders in adulthood.

10 Effective Alternatives To Spanking Your Child

... featuring advice from our experts about how to punish kids without causing psychological harm.

A study published in the July issue of the journal Pediatrics discovered a link between adult-onset mental health disorders — including substance abuse and anxiety — and childhood physical punishment — including spanking — thereby begging the question: How should parents discipline their kids?

Help! My Child Is Being Bullied [VIDEO]
Is your child being bullied?

Help! My Child Is Being Bullied

What to do when you're worried about your child but don't want to be an overbearing parent.

Are you concerned that your child is being bullied at school? Are you conflicted because, on the one hand, you want to step in and help, but, at the same time, you're afraid that interfering will only make matters worse? Good news: you aren't alone.

7 Expert Tips For Keeping Your Kids Safe Online [EXPERT]
Do you monitor your kids online?

7 Expert Tips For Keeping Your Kids Safe Online

Stop worrying about your kids' Facebook habits with these expert suggestions!

Parenting in the digital age presents issues our parents never had to consider. From social media to cell phones, how can we ensure that our children are safe? We asked the experts to weigh in, and here's what they had to say.

15 Reasons Couples Become Happier As Their Kids Grow Up [EXPERT]
What could bring parents more joy than their child's graduation?

15 Reasons Couples Become Happier As Their Kids Grow Up

According to our survey, 80% of experts agree that parental happiness increases with children's age.

You might think that parenting is most precious when children are babies. Everything is so new and exciting. Plus, when the baby naps — and they nap often — the parents can get intimate. Not so. According to a survey of over 100 mental health professionals, 80% of experts agree that couples get happier as their kids grow up. Wanna learn why? Find out below.

13 Common Parenting Conflicts & How To Resolve Them [EXPERT]
What do you argue about?

13 Common Parenting Conflicts & How To Resolve Them

From picky eating to bed-wetting, learn what parents argue about most and how to resolve conflict.

Any parent knows that as beautiful as the journey of raising a child is, it's certainly not without conflict. Here, our Experts have tackled 13 common parent-parent and parent-child conflicts. Read on for expert advice on how to manage and overcome disagreements about discipline, domesticity and 12 other common arguments.

Experts Reveal How To Revive Your Sex Life Post-Kids [EXPERT]
Have you felt sex-deprived since having kids?

Experts Reveal How To Revive Your Sex Life Post-Kids

If it's been too long since you and your baby daddy have done the deed, our experts can help!

According to a survey of over 100 mental health professionals, 75% agree that couples are the least sexually satisfied when they have a newborn or infant. But, have no fear! Help is on the way. In the same survey, we asked these experts for their opinions about the most effective techniques for getting couples with kids back under the sheets.

#LoveAfterKids: Join Our 'Love After Kids' Twitter Party!
You're invited to a (Twitter) party!

#LoveAfterKids: Join Our 'Love After Kids' Twitter Party TODAY!

Join us for a fun convo about keeping love alive after having kids!

YourTango invites you to join us on Tuesday, September 11 for two hours as we share the questions and answers and enjoy insightful discussion about methods to make sure that your relationship stands the test of time — and tiny fingers.