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April 18, 2025 at 5:39 PM

Steph and Ayesha Curry are parents of 4: Get to know their kids

The NBA star and cookbook author are the proud parents of four.
April 18, 2025 at 5:39 PM
In this Dec. 11, 2022 file photo, (L-R) Riley Elizabeth Curry, Stephen Curry, Canon W. Jack Curry, Ayesha Curry and Ryan Carson Curry attend "Eat. Learn. Play.'s 10th Annual Christmas with the Currys" at The Bridge Yard in Oakland, Calif.
April 18, 2025 at 2:46 PM

Discord sued over child safety concerns

A new lawsuit by the New Jersey attorney general says Discord’s default settings enable young users to be “inundated with explicit content” and targeted by predators.
April 18, 2025 at 2:46 PM
VIDEO: Discord sued over child safety concerns
April 16, 2025 at 3:50 PM

Addressing the black maternal health crisis

Dr. Bayo Curry-Winchell, a health equity and maternal health advocate, joined ABC News Live to raise awareness about maternal health issues in America, especially among Black women.
April 16, 2025 at 3:50 PM
VIDEO: Addressing the black maternal health crisis
April 16, 2025 at 3:26 PM

CDC shows rise in autism diagnoses in American children

A new CDC report estimates that 1 in 31 children were diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder in 2022, compared to 1 in 36 children in 2020.
April 16, 2025 at 3:26 PM
VIDEO: CDC shows rise in autism diagnoses in American children
April 16, 2025 at 11:54 AM

Estimated 1 in 31 children have autism as diagnosis rates increase in the US: CDC

Autism diagnoses are continuing to increase in the U.S., now affecting one in 31 children, according to a new CDC report published Tuesday.
April 16, 2025 at 11:54 AM
Stock photo of a child playing with blocks.
April 16, 2025 at 11:23 AM

CDC: Estimated 1 in 31 children in America has autism

Estimated autism diagnoses continue to increase in the United States, according to a new report by the CDC, with one in every 31 children in America diagnosed with some measure of autism in 2022.
April 16, 2025 at 11:23 AM
VIDEO: CDC: Estimated 1 in 31 children in America has autism
April 15, 2025 at 5:52 PM

Ms. Rachel twins with newborn daughter in matching overalls

Ms. Rachel is twinning with her newborn daughter in a new Instagram photo post.
April 15, 2025 at 5:52 PM
Rachel Accurso, also known as Ms. Rachel, shared a photo of herself twinning with her baby daughter Susannah on Instagram.
April 15, 2025 at 10:31 AM

The rise of stay-at-home dads as women climb corporate ladder

Nearly one in five stay-at-home parents is a father. Inside the growing number of men choosing to support their spouses and their families by taking on more of the parenting responsibilities.
April 15, 2025 at 10:31 AM
VIDEO:  The rise of stay-at-home dads as women climb corporate ladder
April 14, 2025 at 2:14 PM

New study on childhood obesity

ABC News' Dr. Tara Narula breaks down a new study on childhood obesity, which finds that many common methods for reducing belly fat in kids may not be effective.
April 14, 2025 at 2:14 PM
VIDEO: New study on childhood obesity
April 11, 2025 at 11:26 PM

Husband speaks out after wife dies from complications in childbirth

After nurse and influencer Hailey Okula died from an amniotic fluid embolism, her husband is speaking out to share her story.
April 11, 2025 at 11:26 PM
After nurse and influencer Hailey Okula died from an amniotic fluid embolism, her husband is speaking out to share her story.
April 11, 2025 at 6:53 PM

Husband speaks out after wife dies from serious complication in childbirth

A California man is speaking out and raising awareness about a rare pregnancy complication after his beloved wife died after giving birth to their first child.
April 11, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Hailey Okula was an emergency room nurse and entrepreneur who was known as “Nurse Hailey” behind the “RN New Grads” social media platform and online store.
April 11, 2025 at 6:01 AM

Australian woman unknowingly gives birth to a stranger's baby after IVF clinic error

A woman in Australia unknowingly gave birth to a stranger's baby after an IVF clinic mistakenly transferred the wrong embryo, the clinic said
April 11, 2025 at 6:01 AM
April 10, 2025 at 7:19 PM

Fisher-Price recalls over 250,000 stroller toys due to choking hazard

Toy brand Fisher-Price is recalling over 250,000 stroller toys because they may pose a choking hazard.
April 10, 2025 at 7:19 PM
Fisher-Price is recalling about 253,000 of its Brunch & Go stroller toys due to a potential choking hazard.
April 9, 2025 at 3:21 PM

Mom hosts ‘art show’ for young daughter’s work

Brooklynn Vaughn turned her home into a gallery to showcase her seven-year-old daughter Ollie’s creative paintings.
April 9, 2025 at 3:21 PM
VIDEO: Mom hosts ‘art show’ for young daughter’s work
April 8, 2025 at 11:09 PM

1st baby in UK born from transplanted womb: 'Huge act of sisterly love'

Grace Davidson was born with a rare condition that impacted her womb. Her older sister, Amy, donated her womb. It's the first documented case of a successful birth from a live donor in the U.K.
April 8, 2025 at 11:09 PM
Grace Davidson was born with a rare condition that impacted her womb. Her older sister, Amy, donated her womb. It's the first documented case of a successful birth from a live donor in the U.K.
April 8, 2025 at 10:08 PM

Cuteness overload as baby and mom play a freeze dance game

Lyra, who is 17 months old, led her mom, Sheena, in the cutest game of freeze dance.
April 8, 2025 at 10:08 PM
Lyra, who is 17 months old, led her mom, Sheena, in the cutest game of freeze dance.
April 8, 2025 at 9:22 PM

Tax tips for parents: Maximizing savings by age and stage

Whether you're a new parent or have children in college, there are key tax breaks that can help boost your savings.
April 8, 2025 at 9:22 PM
April 8, 2025 at 6:32 PM

Ms. Rachel welcomes 2nd baby in surprise announcement

YouTube star Ms. Rachel and her husband, Aron Accurso, are now parents of two children.
April 8, 2025 at 6:32 PM
YouTube star Rachel Accurso, also known as Ms. Rachel, announced the arrival of her second child, a daughter named Susannah, in an Instagram post on April 8, 2025.
April 8, 2025 at 1:52 PM

Johnny Gaudreau's widow, Meredith, welcomes 3rd baby

Johnny Gaudreau's widow, Meredith, has welcomed the couple's third child
April 8, 2025 at 1:52 PM
Meredith Gaudreau, the widow of the late NHL player Johnny Gaudreau, has welcomed the couple's third child.
April 8, 2025 at 12:13 PM

Kids under 16 will no longer be allowed to livestream on Instagram without consent

Instagram users under 16 won’t be able to livestream or unblur nudity in direct messages they’ve received without parental approval
April 8, 2025 at 12:13 PM
FILE - The Meta logo is seen at the Vivatech show in Paris, France, on June 14, 2023. (AP Photo/Thibault Camus, File)
April 8, 2025 at 6:17 AM

Scholarships for child care are drying up. Now families are paying the price

Many parents need child care scholarships to work
April 8, 2025 at 6:17 AM
FILE - Delaney Griffin, center, plays with toddlers at the child care center where she works, March 13, 2024, in Lexington, Ky. (AP Photo/Dylan Lovan, File)
April 7, 2025 at 11:17 PM

Labor and delivery nurse goes into labor during shift

Allison Vallejo's coworkers helped her prep for delivery.
April 7, 2025 at 11:17 PM
 Allison Vallejo's coworkers helped her prep for delivery.
April 7, 2025 at 7:24 PM

Mom's emotional post about maternity leave highlights pressures on American moms

Marissa Jeanne posted a vulnerable TikTok video of herself crying, holding her twins on her last day of maternity leave. The video sparked debate, garnering nearly 15,000 comments.
April 7, 2025 at 7:24 PM
Marissa Jeanne posted a vulnerable TikTok video of herself crying, holding her twins on her last day of maternity leave. The video sparked debate, garnering nearly 15,000 comments.
April 7, 2025 at 6:00 PM

Celebrate International Dollhouse Day with these fun toy picks

Lifestyle contributor Lori Bergamotto shared top dollhouse options for every kind of play -- from themed sets inspired by favorite shows to travel-friendly designs perfect for fun on the go.
April 7, 2025 at 6:00 PM
VIDEO: Celebrate International Dollhouse Day with these fun toy picks
April 6, 2025 at 11:55 PM

Tax tips for parents

Parenting expert Bethany Braun-Silva joined ABC News Live to discuss tax tips for parents and how new global tariffs may impact the market.
April 6, 2025 at 11:55 PM
VIDEO: Tax tips for parents
April 4, 2025 at 7:39 PM

Kim Vaccarella talks about her journey to being a 'momtrepreneur'

Kim Vaccarella is the founder and CEO of Bogg Bag, a company known for its durable, easy-to-clean and stylish bags. She talks about her journey as an entrepreneur.
April 4, 2025 at 7:39 PM
Kim Vaccarella talks about her journey to being a 'momtrepreneur'
April 3, 2025 at 10:39 PM

Kylie Kelce shares how her daughters reacted to meeting their new baby sister Finn

Kylie Kelce opened up about her daughters' reactions to their new baby sister Finn during the latest episode of her "Not Gonna Lie" podcast.
April 3, 2025 at 10:39 PM
Kylie Kelce appears in this screenshot from her latest podcast episode on YouTube.
April 3, 2025 at 4:43 PM

Why 'Adolescence' has everyone talking about raising good men

"GMA" speaks with the co-creator and co-writer of the one-take miniseries that's gripping audiences and sparking conversations among parents.
April 3, 2025 at 4:43 PM
VIDEO: Why 'Adolescence' has everyone talking about raising good men
April 2, 2025 at 8:30 PM

Jason and Kylie Kelce welcome 4th daughter

The couple announced their daughter, Finnley Anne, was born on March 30.
April 2, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Jason Kelce is pictured holding his newborn daughter Finn in a photo shared by Kylie Kelce on Instagram.
April 2, 2025 at 7:06 PM

Travis Kelce meets newborn niece Finnley: 'You just look adorable'

Travis Kelce greeted his newborn niece Finnley "Finn" Anne Kelce on the latest episode of his "New Heights" podcast.
April 2, 2025 at 7:06 PM
Travis Kelce meets his new neice.
April 1, 2025 at 5:06 PM

Mom trying for 3rd child gives birth to identical quadruplets

A Rhode Island couple who welcomed rare identical quadruplets is opening up after bringing their four new babies home.
April 1, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Rachel and Marco Vargas, who welcomed identical quadruplets in Arizona three months ago, are now back home in Rhode Island with their six kids.
April 1, 2025 at 3:36 PM

Democrats renew push to expand IVF access for military service members

Congressional Democrats are renewing their push to expand in vitro fertilization access for military service members and veterans.
April 1, 2025 at 3:36 PM
In vitro fertilization or IVF
April 1, 2025 at 10:00 AM

Netflix's 'Adolescence' to be made available to UK secondary schools: Here's why

Everything to know about Netflix's new limited series, "Adolescence."
April 1, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Owen Cooper as Jamie Miller in “Adolescence.”
March 31, 2025 at 6:45 PM

Utah joins California, Illinois in establishing safeguards for child influencers

California joins Illinois in requiring compensation for kids on social media.
March 31, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Utah State Capitol Building in Salt Lake City.
March 30, 2025 at 3:31 PM

Study sheds light on the science behind postpartum depression

Medical and parenting experts weigh in after study shows that women with postpartum depression experienced changes in brain chemistry during pregnancy.
March 30, 2025 at 3:31 PM
VIDEO: Study sheds light on the science behind postpartum depression
March 28, 2025 at 4:30 AM

Parents go viral for their clever method for getting kids to sleep

Alex Anguish and her sister Bailey Hayes transformed bedtime into the most exciting, VIP-only experience -- and their kids were hooked.
March 28, 2025 at 4:30 AM
Alex Anguish and her sister Bailey Hayes transformed bedtime into the most exciting, VIP-only experience -- and their kids were hooked.
March 27, 2025 at 8:06 PM

This mom who cared for her friend's newborn is the friend all new moms need

Two Oregon moms opened up about building their own village and support system after welcoming babies.
March 27, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Tiffany Remington, a content creator, shared a TikTok video of her babysitting her best friend Kathleen Cole’s daughter for the first time.
March 26, 2025 at 2:44 PM

Exercise may halve risk of postpartum depression: Study

ABC News’ Dr. Tara Narula shares what to know about how regular exercise can help new moms with postpartum depression.
March 26, 2025 at 2:44 PM
VIDEO: Exercise may halve risk of postpartum depression: Study
March 26, 2025 at 5:10 AM

Toddler crushes social media cookie challenge

This toddler didn't hesitate when she noticed her mom was the only one without a cookie.
March 26, 2025 at 5:10 AM
This toddler didn't hesitate when she noticed her mom was the only one without a cookie.
March 25, 2025 at 8:18 PM

Toddler tears up when dad calls him his 'best friend'

A toddler's emotional reaction after his dad called him his "best friend" is melting hearts online.
March 25, 2025 at 8:18 PM
Vincent Spencer captured his son Micah tearing up after he called him his “best friend.” Spencer’s video of Micah has gone viral on TikTok.
March 24, 2025 at 4:01 PM

Netflix's new series 'Adolescence' has parents talking: Here's why

Parenting expert Bethany Braun-Silva discusses the hit drama that highlights toxic masculinity and the dangers of the online “manosphere.”
March 24, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Parenting expert Bethany Braun-Silva discusses the hit drama that highlights toxic masculinity and the dangers of the online “manosphere.”
1 month ago

Mom shares concerns about future of education for her deaf son

Katie Rivera, a former teacher and mom of three in Colorado, shares the first-hand challenges of getting resources for kids who depend on special education resources.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Mom shares concerns about future of education for her deaf son
1 month ago

Trump administration halts funding for legal aid for migrant children

The Trump administration has cut funding to the program that provides legal representation to tens of thousands of unaccompanied migrant children, according to a memo.
1 month ago
Migrants and asylum seekers wait in line to receive lunch at the Casa de la Misericordia y de Todas las Naciones migrant shelter, which is currently housing about 60 people from Mexico, Nicaragua, Honduras and El Salvador, in Nogales, Sonora, Mexico, Feb. 23, 2025.
1 month ago

How one family practices 'world schooling'

A family turned their travels around the world into a chance to educate their kids.
1 month ago
VIDEO: How one family practices 'world schooling'
1 month ago

The ultimate toy gift guide: Experts pick for every age and stage

The Toy Testing Sisters share the best gifts for kids of all ages, with picks at every price point.
1 month ago
Shop gift ideas for kids, recommended by toy experts
1 month ago

Grandmother accidentally records granddaughter's first steps and it's magical

"I wanted to show my mom that my daughter could stand on her own," Jordan Benfatti wrote on her TikTok about her daughter Sophia. "And she ended up recording my daughter take her first real steps."
1 month ago
"I wanted to show my mom that my daughter could stand on her own," Jordan Benfatti wrote on her TikTok about her daughter Sophia. "And she ended up recording my daughter take her first real steps."
1 month ago

Toddler yells for 'Bobby' but family doesn't know anyone with that name

Dani Goins likes to look for "Bobby." Her parents say there's one problem: They don't know any people or characters named Bobby.
1 month ago
Dani Goins likes to look for "Bobby." Her parents say there's one problem: They don't know any people or characters named Bobby.
1 month ago

Tips for choosing the right baby monitor from a pediatric nurse

What to look for when choosing a baby monitor for your family.
1 month ago
Parent holding the baby monitor looking at the image of the baby sleeping on the screen
1 month ago

Toddler isn't a mommy's or daddy's girl but a 'brother's girl'

Emma and her stepbrother Brantli share a special bond.
1 month ago
Emma and her stepbrother Brantli share a special bond.
1 month ago

Onasti Toddler Tower Stools recalled due to fall and injury hazard

Onasti Toddler Tower Stools, sold exclusively on Amazon between March 2024 and December 2024, have been recalled after reports of collapses and tipping over.
1 month ago
Onasti Toddler Tower Stools have been recalled due to fall and injury hazard.