My daughter, “Belinda,” 6, has a friend, “Catie,” whom she’s known since daycare. Their birthdays are just three days apart.

My kid didn't get an invite to a classmate's party. I learned to let her cry, let myself feel angry, and realized that fixing the issue wasn't my job.

Birthday party etiquette can be a delicate balance. Here's how to navigate it. As a mom of six, I am constantly juggling schedules: I’ll drop this one at dance class on my way to taking my other one ...