Flying with kids just got more complicated as travel mask mandate is lifted
Parents express worry about flying with children under 5 after a federal judge struck down transportation mask mandate.
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All moms are working moms: Why it’s time to embrace this once and for all
Whether you have a career and work outside your home, hold a remote position and work from your home, and...
Inflation may cost Americans an extra $5,200 this year and families are feeling the strain
Rising inflation has working families struggling to afford groceries, gas and other everyday expenses.
COVID vaccine reduced child hospitalizations during omicron, new study shows
A new study finds that COVID vaccines played an important role in keeping kids out of the hospital during the...
Twitter thread of top parenting tips is a must-read for anyone who cares for kids
This viral Twitter thread has parents and caregivers sharing their most helpful advice, and it's amazing.
Nearly 30% of teachers say they were threatened by parents last year
A recent survey shows threats against teachers are becoming more common, and parents are some of the leading contributors.
The future of women and work: Why it’s time to demand concrete change
The alarming effect the pandemic has had on women’s careers cannot be overstated. Women are leaving the workforce in droves....
Viral tweet asks: Why are moms always the default parent?
A busy working mom is fed up with being the only one her son's day care calls, and other parents...
‘Turning Red’ sparks a major debate about puberty education for kids
Disney and Pixar's new animated film has started an unexpected debate about when to have the puberty conversation with both...
How to talk to kids and teens about Ukraine
Child psychologists share tips for addressing kids' questions, anxiety and fears about the crisis in Ukraine.
Assistant principal fired for reading ‘I Need A New Butt’ to 2nd graders
Parents and educators are speaking out after a Mississippi principal lost his job after sharing a popular children's book.
Best actress winner thanks ‘angel’ nanny during her acceptance speech
Actress Melanie Lynskey is being praised for thanking her nanny during a refreshing speech at the Critic's Choice Awards.
Mom says living by candlelight is the trick to getting kids to go to sleep
One mom's simple trick for getting kids to sleep may be the key to making Daylight Saving Time easier for...
Nanny shares best tips to stop kids from lying in this viral TikTok
Professional nanny's smart tricks to stop kids from telling lies has parents and caregivers applauding.
On the COVID 2-year anniversary, here’s what parents of pandemic babies want you to know
21 moms who had babies during and after March 2020 share the highs, lows and poignant truths about their unique...
COVID resource guide for parents and caregivers
For current expert tips and advice, visit:COVID Resource Guide for Parents and Caregivers Understanding coronavirus 101 What families and caregivers...
Child developmental milestones updated for first time since 2004: What you need to know
Here's everything parents and caregivers should know about the latest updates to the developmental milestone checklists for babies and kids.
Fed-up daughter says her mom expects lavish gifts on her kids’ birthdays every year
This mom expects her four kids to shower her with expensive presents on their birthdays, and her oldest daughter is...
The omicron variant: What we know so far
Here’s what we know about the omicron variant so far, as well as what experts are recommending to keep yourself...
Dad-to-be says wife is choosing a gender neutral baby name whether he likes it or not
This new dad says he might lose the right to help name his new daughter unless he agrees to his...
COVID vaccine for kids under 5 delayed: What happens now?
Here’s what we know about the delay, what progress to expect this spring and how people are reacting to the...
Mom cuts off visits with grandma because of secret fast food meals
This mom's choice to limit visits with a grandparent who offers too much junk food has sparked a major debate.
Mom issues urgent warning after stray hair around her baby’s toe lands him in the ER
This mom is urging parents and caregivers to be vigilant after her son ended up in the hospital with Hair...
COVID vaccine for kids under 5 is on the way, but parents are tired of waiting
Kids under 5 are the only group not yet approved for a COVID vaccine, and parents are exhausted.
Parents’ rules for visiting their newborn are being called ‘selfish’ and over the top
New parents are facing backlash after their strict list of rules for meeting their newborn went viral.
COVID vaccines have no impact on fertility, according to new study
Recent study finds no link between the COVID vaccines and infertility issues.
Stressed out moms met on a field to scream, which basically sums up life right now
After two years of pandemic parenting, a group of moms met up to scream out their COVID rage.
Mom’s viral ‘out of office’ message should be a template for every working parent right now
This mom's viral out of office reply gets real about what working parents really need to get through the pandemic.
Mom says middle school offered daughter shapewear to ‘fix negative body image’
A mom is speaking out after her daughter's middle school offered free shapewear for teens with poor body image.
Kids and COVID: When to test and what to do if they’re positive
What if your kid has COVID symptoms? What if they were exposed? Should you test, and when’s the best time...
Mom’s easy and healthy WIC-approved recipes are going viral
This mom is sharing healthy and easy WIC-approved recipes on TikTok to make meal time easier for families.
The COVID backslide: How parents can cope, according to experts
Feel like you may lose your mind all over again? Here’s how you can cope with the current COVID surge.
15 funny tweets from parents amid the omicron surge and all its disruptions
Parents get hilariously real about the latest COVID resurgence.
Schools are struggling to stay open as COVID cases are higher than ever
Schools face an uphill battle keeping classrooms open amid a surge in COVID-19 cases, and parents are feeling the strain.
Dad asks for month-long break from being a parent and partner for his birthday
A mom is reeling after her husband’s ‘birthday month’ wish list includes things like not paying bills or taking care...
Schools are closing again and parents are exhausted
A wave of school closures due to teacher shortages and rising COVID cases is driving parents to their breaking points.
Black medical illustration of pregnancy fuels viral conversation about equity in healthcare
Medical illustrations are what doctors see when they are visualizing caring for actual patients, and Black bodies have all too...
Viral TikTok of mom emailing boss during labor shows how the US is failing working parents
This TikTok video of a working mom "calling out” for her shift while in labor illustrates the bleak reality of...
Your coronavirus questions, answered: What families and caregivers need to know
We’re currently facing a novel coronavirus pandemic that’s continuing to rapidly spread across the U.S. and the world. As of...
Low-income families face extra challenges getting COVID vaccines for kids
COVID vaccines in the U.S. are available for everyone ages 5 and up, but vaccine inequity may impact who can...