During last week's group chat, Amanda and her husband, Jon,  talked about birthday parties and kids with special needs, and that inspired us to talk more generally about some of the more over-the-top children's parties we've had the privilege of dragging our children to. Do you have a big-birthday-party tale to tell? Comment here or on our Facebook page, or tweet us @RoundAboutChat.

Going to the museum can be a great educational experience for your child, or an occasion for tantrums and junk acquisition. Join About.com experts Terri Mauro (specialchildren.about.com), Cathrine Holecko (familyfitness.about.com), and Susan Adcox (grandparenting.about.com) as we talk about how to get some culture without going crazy. 

It's hard for parents to take kids out in public without feeling like somebody, somewhere, is judging everything they do. Join About.com parenting experts Terri Mauro (specialchildren.about.com), Catherine Holecko (familyfitness.about.com), Susan Adcox (grandparents.about.com), and Amanda Morin (kidsactivities.about.com) as we talk about how to handle the opinions of others -- whether it's a stranger at the mall or a relative at a family gathering -- and what to do when you're just dying to give an opinion yourself.

There may still be snow outside your window, but it's probably already too late to sign up for the more exclusive and popular summer camps. Join About.com experts Terri Mauro (specialchildren.about.com, Laureen Miles Brunelli (workathomemoms.about.com), Catherine Holecko (familyfitness.about.com), and Katherine Lee (childparenting.about.com) as we discuss what to look for in a summer camp and how to make sure your child has a safe and awesome time.