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Data shows that parents in the commonwealth mostly stuck with the classics when choosing names for their newborns.

Using technology to calm a fussy toddler works in the short term but may also impact future behavior. News4’s Erika Gonzalez spoke to a psychiatrist about what parents need to know.

The couple, who have 6 children now, report that they’re feeling very blessed, and also tired.

Some local parents are saving money on kid supplies by swapping and selling the things their children no longer need on Facebook. News4’s Susan Hogan reports on this cost-cutting hack.

News4 parents explain how they’re helping their children understand inflation.

DC Health announced Monday that it will offer vaccination clinics for school-aged children at five locations around the District. The clinics are available until Nov. 18.

Now that kids are back in school, packed lunches are a part of the daily routine. News4’s Erika Gonzalez spoke to a local mom about how to make delicious lunches.

Snacks help hungry kids get from school time to dinner time. News4’s Erika Gonzalez spoke to a local mom about her healthy snack ideas.

The key to a stress-free dinner during the week is meal prepping on Sunday. News4’s Erika Gonzalez spoke to a local mom about her fall meal prep routine.

The American Lung Association is launching a new campaign that urges parents to talk to kids about the dangers of vaping. News4’s Juliana Valencia spoke to doctors about how to start the conversation.

News 4’s Eun Yang spoke to a psychiatrist about the important conversations parents should have with their kids before they go to college. Suggested conversation topics include mental health, drugs, alcohol and more.

News4 Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan explains some ways parents can limit the content their kids can see, as well as the length of time they use the internet.

NBC4’s own Lauryn Ricketts is on the May cover of Washington Parent magazine. “I was struggling last year to get pregnant, and now a year later, I’m on the cover of Washington Parent magazine and I see my baby boy,” she said.

It’s easy to fall into the trap of “overparenting,” but one expert explains why this should be avoided and how to spot the tell-tale signs.

Expecting a baby? It’s important to start thinking about both the short-term and long-term costs of raising a child, say financial advisors.

Tips for how parents can encourage their kids to pursue hobbies, without pressuring them to seek achievement.

The first 1,000 days of a child’s life can be their most vulnerable, research shows. A new program gives money to mothers to help break the cycle of poverty.

It’s been a chaotic week for parents as students headed back to school during the latest Covid surge and winter storms.

Experts say there are a number of simple holiday activities that are both fun and beneficial for children’s development.