After facing weeks of controversy over its plans to launch Dora Explorer Girls—a long-tressed, dainty tween version of Latina pre-schooler Dora the Explorer—Nickelodeon has released a full image of the TV heroine's new look. The doll, which is. . . READ FULL STORY

Krishna Stone, a spokeswoman for Gay Men’s Health Crisis, a non-profit organization committed to national leadership in the fight against AIDS, learned the hard way how few choices there are for parents seeking Latin and Black dolls. The. . . READ FULL STORY

The world's most famous Latina pre-schooler is about to unveil a whole new look, and many moms are not thrilled about it. Dora the Explorer creator Nickelodeon and Barbie-maker Mattel recently announced plans to launch Dora Explorer Girls, a. . . READ FULL STORY

The Obamas gripped the nation with their search for a family dog (they're looking to bring home a rescue Portuguese Water dog in April) and now your child wants a pet too. Caring for an animal teaches kids responsibility, nature, compassion, life. . . READ FULL STORY

Although pregnancy is often portrayed as a time of great joy, that's not the reality for all women. At least one in ten pregnant women suffers from bouts of depression. Hormonal changes can also make you feel more anxious than usual.. . . READ FULL STORY