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Reddit dads are sick of being praised for acting like normal parents
These devoted dads are fed up with people who treat them like babysitters and praise fathers for doing the bare...
TikTok mom calls out teacher who makes kids ‘pay’ to use the bathroom
This mom and other parents are speaking out against strict bathroom policies they say lead to shame and stress at...
Kids with head lice don’t need to miss school, according to AAP’s new guidance
The AAP pushes back against stigma and school absences in their first updated head lice guidance since 2015.
Parents’ ‘hygiene budget’ for their kids has the internet divided
This family's 'hygiene budget' teaches kids money management, but parents are torn on whether it's a good idea.
The 4-day school week: Could it work to widely adopt this idea?
More districts are switching to a four-day school week. What does that mean for students and their parents?
Black Ariel in new ‘Little Mermaid’ is inspiring a generation of kids
Videos of kids reacting to Halle Bailey in Disney's 'The Little Mermaid' show the true power of representation.
Here’s your daily reminder to celebrate your body, stretch marks and all
This Indigenous mom's TikTok love letter to her stretch marks is inspiring moms to honor their bodies.
These hysterical instructions for the school drop-off line have parents cheering
Funny moms are getting real about the chaos of school drop-off, and other parents totally relate.
Teacher’s viral anti-bullying lesson teaches kids how to treat peers they don’t click with
A Colorado teacher's brilliant "how not to be friends" lesson shows exactly how to teach kids about bullying.
The nesting party is here to stay — so long, gender reveal parties!
Nesting parties are trending with expectant parents. Here's what to know about the newest baby celebration before you throw your...
Teachers and parents have had it with homework and are taking a stand
More teachers are speaking out against homework, and this teacher's viral tweet explains why.
Companies are cutting paid parental leave, delivering a gut punch to American families
A new survey shows paid family leave policies are on the chopping block at many U.S. companies, and that's bad...
Don’t call it ‘quiet quitting’ when it’s just setting a boundary between family and work
'Quiet quitting' is the trendy new name for setting healthy boundaries at work, but many parents and caregivers resent its...
Tired mom documents cleaning strike on Twitter and her experience is so relatable
What happens when a mom gets so frustrated with cleaning up everyone’s mess that she decides to go on strike?...
The CDC updated COVID guidance for kids in school: All the details
What do the CDC's new COVID rules mean for the upcoming school year? Here's what parents and caregivers need to...
Dad documents getting kicked off plane for sitting his nervous toddler on his lap
A dad says Frontier Airlines staff threatened to arrest him for letting his 2-year-old sit on his lap during a...
Kids are being diagnosed with monkeypox: What parents and caregivers need to know
As we head back to school, monkeypox is on everyone’s radar, and getting facts about the virus is one of...
5 do’s and don’ts for parents, according to a teacher who’s been there
A teacher's viral video breaks down what parents should and should not do when communicating with their child's educators.
Majority of parents worried about the cost of back-to-school shopping, survey shows
Parents and teachers are feeling the effects of inflation and rising costs as back-to-school shopping kicks off.
Mom jokes vs. dad jokes — because all parents deserve a mic drop
But while “mom jokes” and “dad jokes'' might sound like they’re related, they definitely belong on different branches of the...
Finally, airlines are told to stop charging parents extra to sit with their kids
Airlines need to seat young children with their parent, says new guidance from the U.S. Department of Transportation.
Mom says airline ‘lost’ her daughter and issues a warning about kids flying solo
A mom on TikTok claims her 12-year-old daughter went missing while traveling as an unaccompanied minor with American Airlines.
New AAP guidelines encourage longer breastfeeding and parents are fed up
Parents are speaking out after the American Academy of Pediatrics issued a call for extended breastfeeding.
FDA warns baby neck floats are linked to injury and at least one death
The FDA is advising parents to stop using baby neck floats and casting doubt on claims that they're safe for...
Outspoken TikTok grandma calls out grandparents who disrespect parents’ boundaries
A popular grandma on TikTok is calling out other grandparents who ignore parents' rules when they babysit their grandkids.
COVID vaccines for kids under 5 begin: Expert answers to your top questions
Children’s health experts answer the most common questions about the newest Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech COVID vaccines for kids under 5.
New baby sleep safety guidelines: What parents and caregivers need to know
In an update to infant sleep recommendations, the American Academy of Pediatrics takes aim at inclined sleepers, weighted blankets and...
Multiple parents sue Meta over claims social media addiction endangered their kids
In multiple lawsuits, parents say Facebook and Instagram addiction contributed to kids' eating disorders and mental health struggles.
TikTok mom shares ultimate safety tip for finding missing kid in a crowded place
This mom's viral TikTok video breaks down exactly what to do when a child goes missing in public.
Melatonin poisoning in kids is on the rise, CDC warns
Poison control centers across the U.S. are seeing a major spike in the number of kids getting poisoned by over-the-counter...
Can we please stop judging toddlers for acting like toddlers?
A viral video of Kate Middleton trying to tame her unruly toddler at the Queen's Jubilee has folks fighting back...
Stressed moms are relying on friends more than family for support, according to a new survey
Moms need help, and a new survey shows mom friends are stepping up to get each other through child care...
COVID vaccines for kids under 5 may soon be approved: What parents need to know
There's finally a timeline to approve vaccines for young kids. Here's what parents can expect in the months ahead.
Free formula exchange website matches parents so their babies can get fed
Parents are helping each other through the formula shortage, thanks to an exchange website started by Olympian Shawn Johnson East.
FDA authorizes COVID booster shot for kids 5-11: What to know
Kids ages 5-11 are now eligible for a booster dose of the COVID vaccine. Here's the latest information from the...
6 reasons why ‘just breastfeed’ isn’t a solution for babies who need formula now
Calls for breastfeeding won't solve the U.S. baby formula shortage, and they ignore the realities many families face. Here's why.
Barbie debuts inclusive new lineup that parents — and kids — are thrilled to see
The new 2022 Fashionista dolls, which debuted this week and will be available to purchase in June, include the first...
Moms share the cost of having a baby in the US and the numbers are shocking
A California mom's hospital bill has parents all over the world comparing the cost of giving birth, and the differences...
Mom tells grandmothers to ‘step down’ on Mother’s Day and sets off a major debate
A mom on TikTok is going viral for sharing her 'unpopular opinion' about celebrating grandparents on Mother's Day.