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Junior Membership 101
Curious about what’s included in a Life Time Junior Membership? This expert Q&A explains all that Life Time has to offer for kids 12 and under.
Father and Son
The connection a man has with his father shapes his life. Which is why every adult son must choose how that relationship will – or won’t – define him.
A Fresh Take on Kids’ Meals
With a refresh of its kids’ menu, the LifeCafe introduces three colorful, nutrient-rich meals the whole family will love.
Game Changer: Tony Gonzalez
NFL Hall of Famer Tony Gonzalez’s life took off once he overcame his fears. Now he helps others learn to overcome adversity.
4 Easy Ways To Encourage Healthy Eating in Kids
Make good-for-you food fun with these ideas from the Life Time Foundation.
Greener Childhood, Happier Adulthood
Access to green space during childhood may lower the incidence of mental-health issues later on, according to a recent study.
How Can I Adapt to Using Nonbinary Pronouns?
The three keys are listening, asking, and apologizing if you make a mistake, says our expert.
Pool Safety Essentials
Seven expert tips for keeping kids safe in and near water.
16 Ways to Make the Most of Your Pool Day
Head to Life Time to enjoy the Beach Club experience and pool time summer fun.
5 Ways to Find More Time for Family Meals
Psychologist and family therapist Anne Fishel, PhD, offers several strategies for finding more time to dine together.
How Can I Raise My Kids to Be Ecoconscious?
It’s important to model best practices — and make it fun!
Should You Co-Sleep With Your Baby?
Most people around the world share their beds with an infant. If you choose to do this, James McKenna, PhD, offers some tips to be as safe as possible.
4 Steps to Better Family Meals
There are numerous benefits to eating together as a family. Here are some tips to make it happen.
Just Say No to Children’s Screen Time
Why Silicon Valley tech execs limit their own children’s screen time.
What No One Tells You About Becoming a Mother: A Q&A With Alexandra Sacks, MD
The reproductive psychiatrist who is popularizing the term “matrescence” shares how we can have a more honest conversation about the emotional challenges of motherhood.
We Just Had Our Second Child — How Do We Ask for Help?
The key is advance planning — and letting go of expectations.
How Childhood Adversity Creates Toxic Stress
Pioneering pediatrician Nadine Burke Harris is transforming how public-health advocates respond to the toxic stress created by childhood adversity. Here, she shares her prescription for healing.
9 Tips to Stop Dreading Family Gatherings
Here are some strategies to handle difficult relatives — and embrace your family’s time together.
7 Ways to Become Trustworthy
Trust is something you earn. These behaviors can increase your trustworthiness.
Why Trust Matters — and How to Build More of It
Trust is a strong indicator of personal, professional, and national happiness. Here’s how to develop more of it.
My Same-Sex Partner Is Meeting My Family for the First Time. Any Advice?
The author of Steven Petrow’s Complete Gay and Lesbian Manners offers several practical tips to ensure a positive experience.