Survey reveals how many parents have quit their jobs to raise children
The new study underscores the financial burden that child care costs impose on many parents.
Humor can play a role in good parenting, survey suggests
A new survey highlights the potential benefit humor plays in parenting.
Surrogacy scam: Sarasota couple joins 23 families in suing woman accused of taking $6M for lavish lifestyle
A Sarasota couple thought their money was being paid to the surrogate carrying their child. Instead, attorneys said it was used to fund a lavish lifestyle, fancy cars and an aspiring rap career.
Most popular baby names inspired by the summer season revealed
Having a baby this summer? Here’s a look at the top baby names that are linked to this season, according to a new study.
Baltimore's 'baby bonus' proposal aims to combat childhood poverty
A group of Baltimore teachers is asking voters to approve a ballot initiative that would give $1,000 to new parents in hopes of reducing childhood poverty starting from birth.
Meet Sonny: 2024 Gerber baby is from Phoenix
A new Gerber baby was named, and he's from Phoenix. Meet Sonny – he’s the winner of the Gerber 2024 Photo Search Contest.
Map: Several states offer, or may offer, free child care for early educators
Child care remains unaffordable and hard to find across the country, but as federal relief funds wind down, states like New Mexico, Washington, and Kentucky are introducing their own solutions to expand free preschool and early education, creating sustainable funding sources with bipartisan support.
Top trending baby names 2024 influenced by ‘Dune,’ the solar eclipse, Caitlin Clark
March Madness, April's eclipse, pop culture and more big moments are shaping parents' baby name choices in 2024.
Best, most affordable cities to raise family in 2024: Study
The WalletHub study compared 180 U.S. cities to determine the best and most affordable cities to raise a family in.
Free IVF: These companies offer fertility benefits for part-time employees
The cost has prompted many Americans to seek out side-jobs – specifically from companies known to offer free IVF for part-time employees.
Most popular baby names for 2023 released: Welcome “Mateo"
The new Social Security Administration's top baby names list also includes the hottest new names, with "Izael" and "Chozen" among the biggest movers for boys and "Kaeli" and "Alitzel" jumping up the list for girls.
Screen time for kids and teens: AAP updates guidelines for parents
The American Academy of Pediatrics has updated its screen time guidelines for children and teenagers with new age-based handouts.
Teacher Appreciation Week: 6 ways to show your thanks to the teachers in your life
National Teacher Appreciation Week is May 6-10. Here are some Teacher Appreciation Week ideas for how to say thank you to educators.
Child care now costs more than a mortgage, study finds
Here's the cities that have the most expensive child care and mortgage costs based on a family's household income, according to Zillow.
Here’s how much it costs to raise a child in 2024: 'Far more expensive than expected’
A new survey shows that raising kids can be costly – but just how expensive is it? Here’s what you need to know.
Summer camp sticker shock: Working parents' wallets feel the burn
Summer camp has become one of the latest burdens facing parents as the summer nears. Not only are camps filling up at a quick clip, they're costing families more than ever.
Value of the stay-at-home parent: Study reveals time, cost required
Researchers analyzed the amount of time stay-at-home parents dedicate to the role and calculated what the cost of outsourcing their tasks would be in 80 cities.
These bird-themed baby names are rising in popularity
Cameron Diaz and her husband Benji Madden announced the birth of their son Cardinal last month.
These baby names inspired by spring season are rising in popularity
These baby girl and boy names are symbolic of the spring season. Here’s the list.
Family pays tribute to soon-to-be father killed in car crash: 'We are absolutely devastated'
Tragic news from the UK as 20-year-old Leighton Mileson, just days away from becoming a father, lost his life in a single-car crash.