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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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Hilary Duff is a mom of 4: Get to know her kids
The actress gave birth to her fourth child on May 3, 2024.
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Hilary Duff welcomes baby No. 4, Townes Meadow Bair: 'We all love you'
Hilary Duff announced on Instagram she has welcomed her fourth child.
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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.
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Reality TV star speaks out about experience with paternal postpartum depression
"The Challenge" star Leroy Garrett is a dad of two.
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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.
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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.
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Proud dad cannot contain his excitement over daughter’s impressive SAT score
His reaction is absolutely everything.
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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.
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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.
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