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August 20, 2024 at 4:07 AM
US births fell in 2023, ending 2 years of upticks during pandemic, CDC report finds
The number of births in the United States declined by 2% between 2022 and 2023, ending two years of upticks during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new CDC report.
August 20, 2024 at 4:07 AM
August 19, 2024 at 10:28 PM
Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt's daughter Shiloh granted name change
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's daughter granted name change.
August 19, 2024 at 10:28 PM
August 19, 2024 at 8:18 PM
Parents’ screentime linked to pre-teen anxiety, study shows
A new study showed that parents who are glued to their screens when hanging with their kids may be a source of anxiety in pre-teens. Dr. Darien Sutton explains.
August 19, 2024 at 8:18 PM
August 19, 2024 at 3:38 PM
New study on parental screen time and preteen anxiety
Pediatrician Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez helps break down the new study that shows a correlation between parental screen time and anxiety symptoms manifesting in their preteen kids.
August 19, 2024 at 3:38 PM
August 19, 2024 at 11:02 AM
Got cold symptoms? Here's when kids should take a sick day from school
School attendance tanked during the pandemic and has only started to recover
August 19, 2024 at 11:02 AM
August 18, 2024 at 4:35 PM
What the latest research says about kids and screen time
ABC News' medical correspondent Dr. Darien Sutton breaks down the latest study on kids and screen times as kids head back to school.
August 18, 2024 at 4:35 PM
August 17, 2024 at 9:13 PM
Expert-approved tips and products for stress-free travel with children
Explore More Family Travel, a luxury travel agency, shared tips for traveling with kids.
August 17, 2024 at 9:13 PM
August 16, 2024 at 9:21 PM
Mom shares why she's a 'proud Venmo mom' on TikTok, goes viral
Casey Neal said she'd rather Venmo another mom to help the classroom than be a "class mom" herself.
August 16, 2024 at 9:21 PM
August 16, 2024 at 2:23 PM
Human parvovirus is on the rise among kids in the US: What to know
Parvovirus B19 is particularly impacting children ages 5 to 9, according to the CDC.
August 16, 2024 at 2:23 PM
August 15, 2024 at 7:55 PM
Self-care tips for moms going through transitions in life
Author and blogger Rachel Marie Martin shares professional self-care tips for moms going through life’s transitions and talks about her new book, “Get Your Sparkle Back.”
August 15, 2024 at 7:55 PM
August 15, 2024 at 7:17 PM
Mom shares warning after kids' near-kidnapping caught on camera
A Texas mother is speaking out after a near-kidnapping of her children and their friends was caught on her home security camera.
August 15, 2024 at 7:17 PM
August 15, 2024 at 12:29 PM
New Dr. Seuss Babies merchandise line includes everything from board books to diapers
The latest Dr. Seuss releases are designed for the very youngest audience
August 15, 2024 at 12:29 PM
August 14, 2024 at 9:07 PM
Dad makes baby laugh hysterically with the sound of duct tape
A dad discovered tape is the key to making his baby smile.
August 14, 2024 at 9:07 PM
August 14, 2024 at 7:32 PM
Educator’s mission to support teachers balancing work and motherhood
Coastal Middle & High School founder Lisa Collum explains why she created on-site daycare for her teachers and her mission to inspire others.
August 14, 2024 at 7:32 PM
August 13, 2024 at 9:03 PM
Study: More tablet use linked to childhood tantrums
ABC News medical correspondent Dr. Darien Sutton explains a study that found more tablet use was associated with more anger and frustration in young children.
August 13, 2024 at 9:03 PM
August 13, 2024 at 6:08 PM
Chuck E. Cheese launches membership plans to help families save
Chuck E. Cheese has a new fun pass membership program that offers families unlimited visits for as low as $7.99 a month.
August 13, 2024 at 6:08 PM
August 13, 2024 at 2:47 PM
Chuck E. Cheese debuts new subscription option for families
The restaurant chain is hoping to entice some families with a subscription that opens up discounts, with monthly fees starting at $7.99.
August 13, 2024 at 2:47 PM
August 13, 2024 at 1:11 PM
Tablets use linked to early childhood tantrums
Doctor Edith Bracho-Sanchez shares what parents should know about a new study in JAMA Pediatrics that found tablet use was associated with more anger and frustration in children.
August 13, 2024 at 1:11 PM
August 12, 2024 at 5:33 PM
Hilary Duff is a mom of 4: Get to know her kids
The actress gave birth to her fourth child on May 3, 2024.
August 12, 2024 at 5:33 PM
August 10, 2024 at 6:41 PM
Judge in Maryland rules Baltimore 'baby bonus' proposal is unconstitutional
A Maryland judge has ruled a proposed ballot question in Baltimore that would pay new parents $1,000 when they have a child is unconstitutional
August 10, 2024 at 6:41 PM
August 9, 2024 at 6:57 PM
Hospital experiences baby boom among staff with 16 pregnancies in 11 months
The Birth Place at Olathe Medical Center has celebrated 16 pregnancy announcements among its staff in less than a year.
August 9, 2024 at 6:57 PM
August 9, 2024 at 4:19 PM
Joanna Gaines shares message for parents sending kids to college
The Magnolia co-founder shares five kids with husband Chip Gaines.
August 9, 2024 at 4:19 PM
August 6, 2024 at 6:34 PM
Little girl gets emotional meeting baby sister
Cataleya couldn’t hold back her tears when she met her little sister.
August 6, 2024 at 6:34 PM
August 6, 2024 at 12:22 PM
911 operator calmly walks expectant mom through a surprise at-home delivery
A new mom in Nashville has 911 to thank for walking her through a surprise at-home birth
August 6, 2024 at 12:22 PM
August 5, 2024 at 4:26 PM
This preschool in Alaska changed lives for parents and kids alike. Why did it have to close?
In rural Alaska, the federally funded Head Start preschool program has helped parents earn college degrees
August 5, 2024 at 4:26 PM
August 2, 2024 at 10:17 PM
Mom shares heartfelt post on Instagram about unedited moments
Mom Ashley LeMieux gets real about the reality behind highlight moments on social media.
August 2, 2024 at 10:17 PM
August 2, 2024 at 10:12 PM
The alphabet song you remember has a new twist and lyrics
Teacher Rachel says that this version of the song has been recommended by experts, and it especially help students “who are struggling readers or with actual different reading disabilities.”
August 2, 2024 at 10:12 PM
August 1, 2024 at 11:55 PM
Baby born weighing less than 1 pound celebrates 1st birthday
Tripp Abney is a miracle baby.
August 1, 2024 at 11:55 PM
August 1, 2024 at 9:45 PM
Baby born weighing less than 1 pound celebrates 1st birthday
Tripp Abney has defied the odds since birth.
August 1, 2024 at 9:45 PM
August 1, 2024 at 9:04 PM
What parents should know after report suggests tongue-tie may be over-diagnosed
Here's what parents should know after the American Academy of Pediatrics released a report suggesting tongue-tie may be overdiagnosed in babies.
August 1, 2024 at 9:04 PM
August 1, 2024 at 7:08 PM
Senate fails to advance bill aimed at expanding child tax credit
A bill aimed at expanding the child tax credit for millions of families and implementing business tax breaks is expected to fail in the Senate during a key test vote.
August 1, 2024 at 7:08 PM
August 1, 2024 at 4:38 PM
Mom warns about thirst, wet diaper after son's Type 1 diabetes diagnosis
Courtney Moore says she wants other parents to not ignore the warnings.
August 1, 2024 at 4:38 PM
August 1, 2024 at 4:29 PM
New plan to lower child care costs
A new proposal in Washington aims to make childcare more affordable by re-tooling existing tax credits to help working parents. ABC News’ Rhiannon Ally reports.
August 1, 2024 at 4:29 PM
July 31, 2024 at 8:16 PM
From motherhood to medals: How Olympic moms return to competition
Five-time Olympic swimmer Dara Torres felt nervous about asking her doctor if she could compete three weeks after giving birth.
July 31, 2024 at 8:16 PM
July 31, 2024 at 3:13 PM
Dan+Shay's Shay Mooney and wife Hannah expecting baby No. 4
The couple announced the happy news via Instagram on Monday.
July 31, 2024 at 3:13 PM
July 31, 2024 at 2:46 PM
Affordable childcare, online protection gain bipartisan support
ABC News’ Elizabeth Schulze explains the latest pressing issues on Capitol Hill.
July 31, 2024 at 2:46 PM
July 31, 2024 at 11:58 AM
Senate approves package of bills aimed at protecting kids and teens online
The Senate passed two key pieces of legislation aimed at keeping children safe on the internet Tuesday afternoon.
July 31, 2024 at 11:58 AM
July 27, 2024 at 4:48 PM
Kids safety online
The Senate has advanced legislation to protect children’s privacy on social media platforms.
July 27, 2024 at 4:48 PM
July 26, 2024 at 9:14 PM
Ciara posts adorable video of daughter giving 'presidential' speech
"I want to be president," Sienna said. "And I want to be a singer like my mom, Ciara."
July 26, 2024 at 9:14 PM
July 26, 2024 at 8:52 PM
Identical quadruplets go home after 3 months in the NICU
Mercedes and Jonathan Sandhu now have a full house!
July 26, 2024 at 8:52 PM
July 26, 2024 at 8:43 PM
Infant mortality in the US rose 3% in 2022, marking 2nd year of increases: CDC report
A CDC report published early Thursday morning found infant mortality rates in the U.S. increased by 3% in 2022, marking the second year of increases.
July 26, 2024 at 8:43 PM
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Family shares emotional journey adopting 10-day-old foster child
Anna and Austin Coomes of South Carolina received a call to foster a 10-day-old baby girl; almost a year later, she was made a part of their family permanently.
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Newborn baby rescued after being found crying near dumpster
A passerby heard crying and called 911, according to the Houston Police Department. The baby is in good health.
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Why Brittany Mahomes said current pregnancy is her 'hardest'
Brittany and Patrick Mahomes are expecting a girl, their third child.
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Mom opens up about summer guilt with teen and preteen kids
"But I still have that constant guilt that I'm not doing enough. Like their summers are being wasted," Cyndy Gatewood said in a viral TikTok.
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Mom who allowed 5-year-old to play with her phone captures priceless moment
Delphine Expert gave her 5-year-old daughter, Zoey, her phone to record "treasures" she found on a walk, but she never expected "to be one of the treasures."
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Kobe and Vanessa Bryant's daughters meet Caitlin Clark
Kobe Bryant was celebrated for being a #girldad.
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Study shows disconnect between parents and teens who feel unsupported
ABC News medical correspondent Dr. Darien Sutton shares the drastic percentage of teens who feel unsupported by parents compared to parents who feel that they support their children.
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Mom's videos about cutting back screen time and encouraging letter learning go viral
Cadence is going to have the whole alphabet down in no time!
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'My heart, my everything': Lindsay Lohan celebrates son Luai as he turns 1
Lindsay Lohan celebrated her son Luai's first birthday with a sweet post, calling him "my heart, my everything."
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