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May 31, 2024 at 10:22 PM

FDA warns parents to avoid infant formula distributed by company due to contamination

U.S. health officials are warning parents to avoid a brand of powdered infant formula sold by a Texas dairy producer that may contain a dangerous bacteria
May 31, 2024 at 10:22 PM
This combination of photos provided by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration shows packaging for, from left, CRECELAC INFANT Powdered Goat-Milk Infant Formula with Iron 0 to 12 months, Farmalac BABY Powdered Infant Formula with Iron 0 to 12 months, and Farmalac BABY Powdered Infant Formula with Iron Low Lactose 0 to 12 months. On Friday, May 31, 2024, U.S. health officials warned parents to avoid powdered infant formula sold by a Texas dairy producer, because a dangerous bacteria was found in one of the company's products. The previous week, the company voluntarily recalled the Crecelac formula and another brand, Farmalac, because they had not received approval by the FDA for sale in the U.S. (FDA via AP)
May 31, 2024 at 2:46 PM

Child care costs are outpacing inflation: Report

KPMG's chief economist says Americans are downbeat over child care costs.
May 31, 2024 at 2:46 PM
A child holds an adult's hand in an undated stock image.
May 31, 2024 at 12:17 AM

Graduating mom gets master's hood from 3-year-old son: 'I hope he never forgets it'

Natasha S. Alford, a New Jersey mom, opens up about her master’s graduation and receiving her master’s hood from her 3-year-old son at commencement.
May 31, 2024 at 12:17 AM
When Natasha S. Alford graduated, her university’s dean invited her 3-year-old son Julian to give his mom her master’s hood on stage.
May 30, 2024 at 6:26 PM

Must-have baby registry items

Grace Bastidas, editor-in-chief of PARENTS, shares some gender neutral must-have baby registry items for expecting parents who want to be surprised as to whether it’s a boy or girl!
May 30, 2024 at 6:26 PM
VIDEO: Must-have baby registry items
May 30, 2024 at 6:14 PM

How does extreme heat impact pregnancy? Study links heat waves to early births

Marking the largest investigation into extreme heat and pregnancy to date, researchers analyzed 53 million births over 25 years.
May 30, 2024 at 6:14 PM
May 30, 2024 at 5:56 PM

Pregnancy has impacts on metabolic system, study shows

Being pregnant is hard work – even metabolically, according to a new study. ABC News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jen Ashton explains.
May 30, 2024 at 5:56 PM
VIDEO: Pregnancy has impacts on metabolic system, study shows
May 30, 2024 at 2:51 AM

The heartwarming story behind viral video of daughter’s post-breakup text from dad

Fallon Thompson’s viral Tiktok video of her dad’s supportive text after a breakup highlights the incredible bond she shares with her father, Scott.
May 30, 2024 at 2:51 AM
VIDEO: The heartwarming story behind viral video of daughter’s post-breakup text from dad
May 29, 2024 at 7:46 PM

Dad's text messages after witnessing daughter's breakup go viral

A Texas dad is going viral on TikTok for sharing some wise words with his daughter after seeing her go through a breakup.
May 29, 2024 at 7:46 PM
In a TikTok post, Fallon Thompson shared text messages her father sent her after seeing her go through a breakup.
May 25, 2024 at 1:02 AM

Tennessee to become first state to offer free diapers for Medicaid families

Tennessee will soon become the first state in the country to offer free diapers to families enrolled in the state’s Medicaid program after receiving federal approval, state officials have confirmed
May 25, 2024 at 1:02 AM
FILE - The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services building is seen, April 5, 2009, in Washington. Tennessee will soon become the first state in the country to offer free diapers to families enrolled in the state’s Medicaid program after receiving federal approval May 17, 2024, state officials have confirmed. Similarly, The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services also approved extending a pilot program in Delaware that provides free diapers and wipes to postpartum parents for the first three months after giving birth. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File)
May 24, 2024 at 7:42 PM

Internet is in awe as grandmother holds 4 newborn grandbabies

Meet the ultimate super grandma!
May 24, 2024 at 7:42 PM
VIDEO: Internet is in awe as grandmother holds 4 newborn grandbabies
May 24, 2024 at 3:02 AM

NBA great Dwyane Wade launches Translatable, an online community supporting transgender youth

NBA great Dwyane Wade has launched Translatable, a nonprofit online community dedicated to supporting transgender youth
May 24, 2024 at 3:02 AM
NBA Hall of Famer Dwyane Wade, center, poses with Carolina Garcia Jayaram, left, CEO of the Elevate Prize Foundation, and Joseph Deitch, right, founder of the foundation, after having received the Elevate Prize Catalyst Award, Thursday, May 23, 2024, at the Make Good Famous Summit in Miami Beach, Fla. Wade has launched Translatable, a nonprofit online community dedicated to supporting transgender youth. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)
May 24, 2024 at 12:16 AM

Ex-day care worker convicted in death of 1-year-old girl left in van on scorching day

A former Nebraska day care worker who mistakenly left a 1-year-old girl in a van for more than five hours on a scorching day has been convicted in her death from hyperthermia
May 24, 2024 at 12:16 AM
May 23, 2024 at 11:36 PM

Promising numbers of women with breast cancer who had a baby after diagnosis: Study

A study of around 200 women aged 40 and under with non-metastatic breast cancer who wanted children found that about three-quarters were able to conceive after diagnosis, with about two-thirds giving.
May 23, 2024 at 11:36 PM
VIDEO: Promising numbers of women with breast cancer who had a baby after diagnosis: Study
May 23, 2024 at 9:10 PM

Most younger women who want kids after breast cancer are successful, data shows

Most younger women who were diagnosed with breast cancer were successful in getting pregnant, according to a new study.
May 23, 2024 at 9:10 PM
Among younger women with breast cancer, new research suggests it may be possible for many to have a baby after their diagnosis, thanks to advances in breast cancer care.
May 23, 2024 at 2:34 PM

A look at the biggest challenges facing boys in high school

Our series "The New Gender Gap" looks at how many boys in high school have trouble staying on task.
May 23, 2024 at 2:34 PM
VIDEO: A look at the biggest challenges facing boys in high school
May 23, 2024 at 12:56 AM

More grandparents are raising their grandchildren, and support is crucial

Millions of grandparents are taking on parenting again to raise their grandchildren, often 30 years after they first became parents. For resources, contact your local agency on aging.
May 23, 2024 at 12:56 AM
VIDEO: More grandparents are raising their grandchildren, and support is crucial: US Census
May 22, 2024 at 1:35 PM

Mother-daughter running duo race in their 1st half marathon together

Mandy Kwan and her mom ran the Brooklyn Half Marathon for the first time together thanks to the support from the New York Road Runners.
May 22, 2024 at 1:35 PM
VIDEO: Mother-daughter running duo race in their 1st marathon together
May 21, 2024 at 8:38 PM

Does eating too much sugar really make kids hyper?

ABC News medical correspondent Dr. Darien Sutton looks at new research that indicates sugar intake may not be linked to hyperactivity.
May 21, 2024 at 8:38 PM
Does eating too much sugar really make kids hyper?
May 21, 2024 at 4:21 PM

'Bachelor' alum Colton Underwood, husband expecting 1st child

"Bachelor" alum Colton Underwood announced he and husband Jordan C. Brown are expecting a baby boy via a surrogate.
May 21, 2024 at 4:21 PM
Former pro-football player Colton Underwood and his husband Jordan C. Brown arrive for Human Rights Campaign's 2024 dinner at the Fairmont Century Plaza in Los Angeles, March 23, 2024.
May 20, 2024 at 8:18 PM

Woman has hilarious reaction after scratch-off pregnancy reveal

Grace Goodwin surprised her family with her pregnancy news with fake scratch-offs that had her sister Amanda at a loss for words.
May 20, 2024 at 8:18 PM
VIDEO: Woman has hilarious reaction after scratch-off pregnancy reveal
May 20, 2024 at 6:58 PM

Woman has hilarious reaction after scratch-off pregnancy reveal

A woman surprised her sister with her pregnancy news with a fake scratch-off lottery ticket.
May 20, 2024 at 6:58 PM
Grace Goodwin’s sister Amanda was shocked to learn of Goodwin’s pregnancy news in a viral TikTok video.
May 20, 2024 at 1:59 AM

Quintuplets with different majors graduate from the same college

A set of quintuplets from New Jersey whose parents are Italian immigrants recently graduated from the same college together.
May 20, 2024 at 1:59 AM
A set of quintuplets from New Jersey received their degrees on May 13, 2024 from Montclair State University.
May 18, 2024 at 1:02 AM

Mom shares story of resilience in motherhood and career

Dr. Jessica Braidden, a successful entrepreneur and mother of two adult children, now has another little bundle of joy on the way. She shares her story and advice to other mom entrepreneurs.
May 18, 2024 at 1:02 AM
VIDEO: Mom shares story of resilience in motherhood and career
May 17, 2024 at 10:19 PM

This runner carried her baby over the finish line of a 10K

Megan McWhinney carried her 11-week-old daughter as she crossed the finish line of a 10-kilometer race.
May 17, 2024 at 10:19 PM
VIDEO: This runner carried her baby over the finish line of a 10K
May 17, 2024 at 7:37 PM

Ilana Glazer, Michelle Buteau, Pamela Adlon tackle motherhood in new comedy

Comedians Glazer and Buteau with director Aldon tell "The View" how their new film "Babes" came to life and why it's ultimately a movie about what women choose to do with their bodies.
May 17, 2024 at 7:37 PM
VIDEO: Ilana Glazer, Michelle Buteau, Pamela Adlon tackle motherhood in new comedy
May 17, 2024 at 5:53 PM

What to know about Jamie Foxx and his 2 kids

Oscar-winning actor Jamie Foxx is also a father of two.
May 17, 2024 at 5:53 PM
Corinne Foxx and Jamie Foxx attend the Los Angeles Screening of "Below The Belt" at Directors Guild Of America on Oct. 01, 2022 in Los Angeles.
May 16, 2024 at 7:39 PM

California bill would ban anti-aging skin care products for kids under 13

California is taking a bold step in child health and safety with the introduction of Assembly Bill 2491.
May 16, 2024 at 7:39 PM
A young girl walks into a Sephora store, April 6, 2024.
May 15, 2024 at 6:07 PM

Teen accepted into over 200 colleges reveals her school choice

A Georiga high school student has been accepted into over 230 colleges and awarded over $14 million in scholarships.
May 15, 2024 at 6:07 PM
Madison Crowell, an 18-year-old senior at Liberty County High School in Hinesville, Georgia, was accepted into over 230 schools and awarded over $14 million in scholarships.
May 15, 2024 at 3:10 PM

Baby born at 22 weeks goes home after spending first 6 months of life in hospital

Nyla Brooke Hayward was delivered at 22 weeks and weighed just over 1 pound.
May 15, 2024 at 3:10 PM
Nyla Brooke Haywood was born at 22 weeks at Silver Cross Hospital in Illinois.
May 15, 2024 at 2:49 PM

What Kristen Bell actually packs in her kids' lunch boxes

Kristen Bell is a new brand partner and investor in Plezi Nutrition, founded by former first lady Michelle Obama.
May 15, 2024 at 2:49 PM
Kristen Bellattends the Education Through Music Los Angeles 18th Annual Benefit Gala at Skirball Cultural Center on December 05, 2023 in Los Angeles.
May 14, 2024 at 2:53 AM

The invisible online dangers targeting your children

ABC News’ Emmanuelle Saliba takes us behind the new technology looking to help keep child predators at bay as parents nationwide look to safeguard their children.
May 14, 2024 at 2:53 AM
VIDEO: The invisible online dangers targeting your children
May 14, 2024 at 2:19 AM

Experts say more needs to be done to help protect children from online predators

Protecting children and teens from online dangers is no easy feat.
May 14, 2024 at 2:19 AM
Experts say more needs to be done to help protect children from online predators.
May 13, 2024 at 5:30 PM

Kate Gosselin marks sextuplets' 20th birthday: 'No more teenagers in this house'

Reality TV star Kate Gosselin shared a photo of four of her sextuplets on their 20th birthday.
May 13, 2024 at 5:30 PM
Kate Gosselin is seen outside the "Today" show in New York City, June 11, 2019.
May 10, 2024 at 10:04 PM

Toddler learns taekwondo from dad in adorable training sessions

Karina might be a future Olympian!
May 10, 2024 at 10:04 PM
VIDEO: Toddler learns taekwondo from dad in adorable training sessions
May 10, 2024 at 9:51 PM

Woman to celebrate Mother's Day for 1st time after welcoming baby via surrogacy

Sarrah Strimel Bentley opened up about celebrating her first Mother's Day since welcoming a baby via surrogacy after undergoing breast cancer treatment.
May 10, 2024 at 9:51 PM
Sarrah Strimel Bentley said she feels “incredibly grateful” to be able to celebrate her first Mother’s Day after receiving breast cancer treatment and welcoming her first child through surrogacy.
May 10, 2024 at 6:04 PM

Here are the most popular baby names of 2023

The Social Security Administration has officially released the most popular baby names of 2023.
May 10, 2024 at 6:04 PM
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May 9, 2024 at 11:01 PM

College student goes into labor shortly before meeting with professor

Tamiah Brevard-Rodriguez was eight months pregnant and prepping for her doctoral dissertation when she went into labor. Our panel reacts to her amazing story!
May 9, 2024 at 11:01 PM
VIDEO: College student goes into labor shortly before meeting with professor
May 9, 2024 at 4:46 AM

Elmo shares mental health help after ‘How is everybody doing’ question goes viral

The initiative was launched to support children, families and caregivers after Elmo's viral tweet sparked a discussion about mental health.
May 9, 2024 at 4:46 AM
Launched on May 1, the new initiative by Sesame workshop offered new emotional wellbeing resources with hands-on strategies aimed for children.
May 9, 2024 at 1:46 AM

Mom shares hair routine with daughter to teach others about autism

Precious Hill and her 3-year-old daughter Mikko, who has autism, bond over their hair routine.
May 9, 2024 at 1:46 AM
VIDEO: Mom shares hair routine with daughter to teach others about autism
May 8, 2024 at 8:06 PM

Mom shares warning after daughter's arm gets stuck in elevator

A mom is speaking out and sharing a warning for other parents after her daughter's arm was caught in an elevator last year.
May 8, 2024 at 8:06 PM
Loni Garatziotis is speaking out and sharing a warning for other parents after her daughter’s arm was caught in an elevator last year.
May 8, 2024 at 2:48 PM

I was a teen victim of online sextortion. Here's what I want parents and kids to know

Taylor was a freshman in high school when a Facebook message changed her life.
May 8, 2024 at 2:48 PM
Taylor is pictured as a high school student in Maryland.
1 month ago

Hilary Duff is a mom of 4: Get to know her kids

The actress gave birth to her fourth child on May 3, 2024.
1 month ago
Hilary Duff celebrates son Luca's 12th birthday in an Instagram reel.
1 month ago

Hilary Duff welcomes baby No. 4, Townes Meadow Bair: 'We all love you'

Hilary Duff announced on Instagram she has welcomed her fourth child.
1 month ago
In this March 12, 2023, file photo, Hilary Duff attends the Elton John AIDS Foundation's 31st Annual Academy Awards Viewing Party, in West Hollywood, Calif.
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'Closed for paid leave': More than 70 businesses nationwide shut doors

More than 70 businesses across the country shut their doors Monday in a show of solidarity to call for federal paid family and medical leave.
1 month ago
The Paid Leave For All campaign calls for Congress to pass universal paid leave.
1 month ago

Reality TV star speaks out about experience with paternal postpartum depression

"The Challenge" star Leroy Garrett is a dad of two.
1 month ago
Leroy Garrett and Kam Williams are pictured on "The Challenge: All Stars" on Paramount+.
1 month ago

Kentucky sheriff's office welcomes 15 babies in the last year

A sheriff’s office in Kentucky has welcomed 15 babies born between 2022 and 2023. A photo of the staffers with their children is going viral on social media.
1 month ago
The Boone County Sheriff’s Office in Burlington, Kentucky is experiencing a baby boom, with 15 babies born to staffers in the last year.
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Daughter reacts to seeing dad without his beard for the first time

"You look so different," she said to her father.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Daughter reacts to seeing dad without his beard for the first time
1 month ago
VIDEO: Proud dad cannot contain his excitement overt daughter’s impressive SAT score
1 month ago

What to know about the '9-Minute Theory' going viral among parents

A psychology professor shares what parents should know about the so-called "9-Minute Theory" developed by neuroscientist Jaak Panksepp, Ph.D.
1 month ago
Sara Martinez, a mom in California, shared on TikTok about a theory on the nine most important minutes of a child's day.
1 month ago

New report finds some heavy metals in baby food appear to be on the decline

A new analysis from Consumer Reports shows heavy metals like arsenic, cadmium and lead, are appearing in lower levels in some baby foods.
1 month ago
A father feeds a baby.