Researchers surveyed ‘parental burnout’ across the globe and found American parents among the most exhausted
Researchers also found one specific cultural factor common in “Western” countries that played the largest role when determining the level of exhaustion.
Record number of twin births seen around the world
Forget a pandemic baby boom, a new study finds that the world is actually in the midst of a 'twin boom,' as more families than ever before are welcoming a double bundle of joy.
'Dads of TikTok' sharing advice, life lessons
Teens are the only ones becoming superstars on TikTok, dads are getting into the influencer game too, gaining thousands of followers for their videos sharing helpful parenting tips and advice.
Parents in NJ must be notified if child caught with marijuana
New Jersey parents must be notified if their minor child is caught buying or possessing marijuana under a bill Gov. Phil Murphy signed into law Friday.
Study finds pregnant, lactating women protected by COVID-19 vaccines, pass antibodies to newborns
A new study found that the Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines provide "robust" immunity for pregnant and lactating women, who can also pass protective antibodies to newborns.
COVID relief plan will help millions of NY children, lawmaker says
The legislation will assist most Americans, providing up to $1,400 stimulus checks to those making $80,000 a year or less. But the centerpiece of the legislation is the child tax credit.
'Isolation Kills': Families push for more visitation at nursing homes
Many families are calling on officials to loosen visitation restrictions at nursing homes and other long-term care facilities.
How the pandemic relief bill could dramatically cut child poverty
The American Rescue Plan legislation would expand the child tax credit, allowing more families to receive cash payments.
What the CDC guidelines for fully vaccinated people mean for your family
Fully vaccinated people can safely visit other fully vaccinated people, the CDC says. However, you should still take precautions in certain situations.
Mattel releases Eleanor Roosevelt Barbie doll before International Women's Day
First lady Eleanor Roosevelt gets honored in the Barbie Inspiring Women collector line.
When will children be able to get COVID-19 vaccines? It depends on age
It depends on the child's age, but some teenagers could be rolling up their sleeves for COVID-19 vaccines before too long.
Boy Scouts offer sex-abuse settlement, submit bankruptcy plan
The Boy Scouts of America submitted a bankruptcy reorganization plan but leaves many unanswered questions about how it will resolve tens of thousands of sexual abuse claims.
MacDill AFB 'thrilled' to help 5-year-old girl's spirits soar amid cancer battle
A brave young girl battling cancer achieved her dream of becoming an honorary Air Force pilot this week thanks to the team at MacDill Air Force Base and the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation.
Jewish families adapt Purim celebrations amid pandemic
This year, Jewish families are gathering on video calls to celebrate one of the most joyous holidays in the faith.
Keeping kids physically active and safe during a pandemic
Millions of children in the U.S. don't get enough nutritious foods or exercise. And the pandemic has made things harder. But keeping kids active and safe is possible.
Family of boy who froze to death sues power companies for $100 million
The family of an 11-year-old Texas boy who is believed to have died of hypothermia is suing two power companies for $100 million.
Pfizer conducting COVID-19 vaccine clinical trial for pregnant women
Two pharmaceutical companies are starting clinical trials to test their COVID vaccines on pregnant women.
Texas family creates homemade ice skating rink amid record-breaking winter storm
One Texas family decided to make the most out of a very cold and unexpected winter storm and built an outdoor skating rink.
COVID and Couples: When one person is vaccinated but not the other
Couples say it isn't a good feeling being the only one in a relationship who is protected.
No longer an outlier: New York ends commercial surrogacy ban
The new law allows gestational surrogacy on a commercial basis, involving a surrogate who is not genetically related to the embryo.