While today's parents embrace gentle parenting and encourage their kids to express themselves emotionally, they also want them to be independent. That's why we're seeing things like realistic pretend ...

DETROIT – Kids’ birthday parties can get pricey fast, especially at places like a trampoline park or laser tag arcade. So many parents bring the celebration home to save money. But even in your own ...

Having kids can definitely change your financial picture. It can be a lot harder to save for retirement and other goals once you’re covering child-related expenses. Budgeting and prioritizing could ...

After the long holiday season, the last thing most parents want to do is spend hundreds of dollars on an Easter basket. To make the holiday a little more affordable, go with these budget-friendly gift ...

Covering back-to-school expenses such as shoes and headphones can be daunting enough without your child asking for costly brand-names. "This time of year is already a tough time for families," says ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. True Tamplin is on a mission to bring financial literacy into schools. Having a baby is a joyful and transformative experience, ...

Consumer advisor Clark Howard highlights a budget-friendly cell phone plan for kids offered by Helium Mobile, costing just $5 per month. The Helium Mobile kids’ plan includes unlimited talk and text, ...