Fly Through Security

The Transportation Security Administration wants to "simplifly" the security line for you.

Your Kid's Artwork Raises $ for School

Sick of being forced to sell cheesecakes and wrapping paper? This innovative new fundraiser highlights artwork made by your very own pint-sized Picasso. Now THAT'S something we'd happily plunk down our money for!

3-Year-Old Left on Subway Platform Alone

As he and his dad were departing the subway, the train doors closed and left 3-year-old Aiden all alone on the platform. His dad couldn't get back to him for a full seven minutes. Check out the incredible video.

Surviving a Mommy Business Trip

I recently had to spend five long days on a business trip away from my two daughters. It was the longest time I had ever spent away from them. But that opulent hotel room, more suited for a romantic duo than a mom-on-the-loose, gave me the space to examine separation anxiety: my own and my kids'.

Sex Offender Scare Halts Santa's Letters

You better watch out. At least one of Santa Claus's ghostwriters was a registered sex offender.

Transgender Kids: Girls Will Be Boys

If your child longed to be the opposite sex, would you let them "switch teams"?

Shaniya's Brother Speaks Out

Shaniya Davis's half-brother, Byron Coleman, 21, talked exclusively to Essence.com about his sister's murder. Here is a portion of their riveting interview.

Human Trafficking DOES Exist

So very often, people are reluctant to see and accept the evil that lurks in women -- particularly moms. But we can't turn a blind eye.

Female College Students: Don't Limit Yourself!

To those who think we need to educate our girls in "limitations and benefits of the various paths as a future mother," I say, go back to Stepford and take your friends with you!

Warning: This Post Contains Lead Paint

Why can't toy manufacturers lay off the lead paint?!

Suspended for Taking Fast Food to School

The next time you are considering packing fast food in your kid's lunch, think again.

Domestic Violence PSA: FAIL

A Danish public service announcement about violence against women called "Hit the Bitch" is creating major controversy.

Explicit Letters Being Sent to Young Girls

Police are looking for a pedophile letter-writer who has been targeting young girls for at least 10 years.

Cop Tasers 10-Year-Old Girl

And her mom told him to do it! Would you ever do the same?

Female College Students: What You Need to Know

The following sentence makes even me cringe -- but I think it has to be said. I believe there should be some sort of program aimed at educating college women on their career options covering life-work-motherhood balance. Yes, I said it.

Be Sure to Celebrate Good Times

Don't bypass celebrating the important moments in your life because of money. Trust me, it doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg.

Message to Military Mom Fighting Deployment

5 Signs Your Preschooler is a Criminal

Preschoolers are nothing more than little criminals-in-training, each poised to move easily from playpen to the state pen.