Parenting

With the kids out of school for the summer, they might be tempted to lounge around and lose themselves in a game on a screen. But parents will have a plan! And it might involve adding some new furry friends to the family.

Do you know how long it takes your parked car to reach temperatures that could kill babies, children or pets? You'd be surprised how quickly the inside of that car heats up even on cool days like we've had most of the week.

This is such a good idea, you'll wonder why you didn't think of it first!

There is one certain food that babies under 1-year old should not have, so don't buy the pacifier that is filled with it! Four babies have been hospitalized with botulism because of it.

You know it's going to happen. A couple of months from now when most of us are bundled up head-to-toe battling the wind and snow with hats, thick coats, and cozy lined pants, some other brave soul will walk by in shorts. What possesses these people?

Even though the CDC says it's not the best idea, parents are still throwing parties to get their kids in the same room with another child who has the chicken pox, to expose them and boost immunity down the road. Is this a good idea?

If you're able to whip in and whip out when you're picking up the kids from school, there are a whole lot of other parents who are jealous of your mastery of the situation. Sometimes it takes a half hour, and that leaves plenty of time for things like power naps.

By now the kids have probably uttered the phrase that all parents dread during the summer. “I'm bored.” Now what?!

Treasure Valley kids who get busted for not having a permit may not have to shut down that lemonade stand after all. There's a national team that's ready to jump in and clear up issues with lemonade stand permits and fees, and it may spare kids a lot of tears and shattered dreams this sum…

Sending the kids to camps, amusement parks, and arcades during the summer can get expensive, so we're going to help you find some free fun that will save you some money and keep them from getting bored too.

First up, a chance for parents and kids to build a car together!