Washington: A University of Iowa study has found twitches made during sleep activate the brains of mammals differently than movements made while awake.

Los Angeles: If an earthquake hit tomorrow, would you be prepared? What would you do if a hurricane or wild fire was headed toward your community and you only had a few hours' notice to grab your belongings and evacuate? How would you handle situations like these with your children?

Washington: The season of a baby’s birth influences its motor development during its first year of life, a new study by University of Haifa researcher's shows. Babies born in the winter (between December and May) start crawling earlier compared to babies born in the summer (June-November).

New York: Sleep, or lack thereof, and technology often go hand in hand when it comes to school-aged kids.

London: Cinderella, the classic rags to riches story, has been named the UK's favourite fairy tale.

London: Despite parents’ best efforts to keep their children entertained over the summer holidays, the majority of youngsters can’t wait to get back to school – for the love of their friends and a new pencil case!

Washington: A study of high school students by University of Adelaide psychology researchers has shed new light on the links between insomnia-related mental health conditions among teens.

Washington: Most parents never dream that their children’s favorite foods can pose choking hazards.

Washington: “It is never too early to start talking with and listening to your child about the upcoming school year,” says Dr. Amie Duncan, Division of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center.

Washington: As the school year approaches and begins, many parents may start to hear their children complain about headaches.