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Selena Gomez shares she can't carry children
Selena Gomez opened up about not being able to carry her own children in a recent interview.
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September 8, 2024 at 10:37 PM
How to manage parental stress during the new school year
Dr. Aditi Nerurkar joins ABC News Live to talk about the U.S. surgeon general issuing a health advisory on parental stress.
September 8, 2024 at 10:37 PM
September 7, 2024 at 9:41 PM
Florida high school football player dies after collapsing during game
A Florida Panhandle high school football player has died after collapsing during a game
September 7, 2024 at 9:41 PM
September 7, 2024 at 3:48 PM
Parenting expert discusses phones in classroom debate
With the return to the classroom, 13 states have new laws restricting cell phone usage during the school day. Parenting expert Ericka Souter shares discusses the school ban on phones.
September 7, 2024 at 3:48 PM
September 6, 2024 at 9:27 PM
Tips to adjust your kids' sleep schedule for the new school year
Dr. Sujay Kansagra, director of Duke's pediatric neurology sleep medicine program, joins to explain how we can help kids adjust their sleep schedules that may be different during the summer months.
September 6, 2024 at 9:27 PM
September 6, 2024 at 9:23 PM
How to talk to your kids about school shootings
Headspace chief purpose officer Wizdom Powell joins to discuss the Georgia school shooting and to give advice to parents when talking to their kids about horrific events.
September 6, 2024 at 9:23 PM
September 6, 2024 at 4:32 PM
Not all parents approve of school smartphone bans
ABC News' Deborah Roberts looks at why some parents are against keeping the devices away from their kids.
September 6, 2024 at 4:32 PM
September 6, 2024 at 12:22 PM
Sweden joins countries seeking to end screen time for children under 2
Sweden says children under the age of 2 should not be exposed to any digital screens
September 6, 2024 at 12:22 PM
September 5, 2024 at 10:56 PM
Daughter has the sweetest reaction to her mom crying
This girl decided to take care of her mother after her bad day.
September 5, 2024 at 10:56 PM
September 5, 2024 at 6:46 PM
China's halt of foreign adoptions leaves questions about pending cases
The Chinese government is ending its intercountry adoption program
September 5, 2024 at 6:46 PM
September 4, 2024 at 6:44 PM
US surgeon general on managing parents’ mental health
U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy discusses findings from a study that looks at the stress of parents compared to adults without children.
September 4, 2024 at 6:44 PM
September 4, 2024 at 4:04 PM
Mom of 4 says ‘everyone's helping their kids too much’
A California mom is encouraging fellow parents to be lazier, arguing that it’s beneficial for children to develop into self-sufficient adults.
September 4, 2024 at 4:04 PM
September 4, 2024 at 2:17 PM
Dax Shepard explains his 'family square' tactic, parenting with Kristen Bell
Dax Shepard discusses his podcast "Armchair Expert," parenting with Kristen Bell and how to implement their tactic to call a family square.
September 4, 2024 at 2:17 PM
September 3, 2024 at 9:11 PM
Watch this baby's reaction when she sees clearly for the 1st time
Pita, who was 7 months old when the video was recorded, can finally see clearly now, and we couldn't be happier.
September 3, 2024 at 9:11 PM
September 3, 2024 at 9:07 PM
Mom shares why parents should be 'lazier' to help their children be more independent
Leah Ova recorded a video encouraging parents to do less in certain situations to help their children become more independent and self-sufficient.
September 3, 2024 at 9:07 PM
September 3, 2024 at 10:13 AM
A victim of online grooming on what parents should know to protect their kids
Harrison Haynes was just 12 years old when he says he connected with a “19-year-old boy” online who exposed him to pornography and self-harm.
September 3, 2024 at 10:13 AM
September 2, 2024 at 5:51 PM
Paralympic athlete speaks out after winning bronze medal while 7 months pregnant
"I'm really proud of myself," British archer Jodie Grinham said of her win.
September 2, 2024 at 5:51 PM
September 1, 2024 at 7:34 PM
Youth football safety debate is rekindled by deaths of 2 young players
The recent same-day deaths of two young football players have rekindled a debate about the sport's safety risks
September 1, 2024 at 7:34 PM
September 1, 2024 at 4:01 PM
Parents push back against cellphone ban in schools
School districts are increasingly weighing laws and protocols aimed at limiting or banning cellphones in the classroom. Washington Post national education writer Laura Meckler reports.
September 1, 2024 at 4:01 PM
August 31, 2024 at 9:10 PM
How to manage kids’ anxiety and stress at the start of the school year
Family therapist, mom, and author Eli Harwood joins GMA to talk kids’ mental health and her book “Raising Securely Attached Kids.”
August 31, 2024 at 9:10 PM
August 29, 2024 at 9:37 PM
Toddler heads home after spending nearly 2 years in hospital following his birth
Nathaniel Flores was born prematurely at 26 weeks gestation, along with his twin brother Christian. His brother died shortly after birth, but Nathaniel survived, and now, he is finally heading home.
August 29, 2024 at 9:37 PM
August 29, 2024 at 6:13 PM
'Venmo mom' gets real about volunteering for school
Casey Neal went viral online after sharing a post about why she doesn't volunteer at her children's school in favor of donating money for their activities.
August 29, 2024 at 6:13 PM
August 29, 2024 at 6:08 PM
Meet the different types of dads on college move-in day
From the "can't find a ramp dad" to the "one trip dad," these dads made move-in day at Rutgers University a success.
August 29, 2024 at 6:08 PM
August 29, 2024 at 4:25 PM
Mae Whitman welcomes her 1st child, shares 'Parenthood'-inspired name
Mae Whitman announced the arrival of her first child and shared how his name is inspired by one of her "Parenthood" co-stars.
August 29, 2024 at 4:25 PM
August 29, 2024 at 3:05 AM
Unconditional cash payment programs for pregnant mothers spread across US
A new guaranteed income program called the Healthy Beginnings Project for pregnant women may ease some of the financial stressors of motherhood.
August 29, 2024 at 3:05 AM
August 28, 2024 at 9:43 PM
Button battery inside children's book causes car seat fire: Officials
A button battery inside a children's book caused a car seat to burst into flames, according to a North Carolina fire department.
August 28, 2024 at 9:43 PM
August 28, 2024 at 5:35 PM
US surgeon general issues advisory on parents' mental health
Dr. Vivek Murthy is calling for more support of parents and caregive
August 28, 2024 at 5:35 PM
August 28, 2024 at 4:21 PM
US surgeon general issues advisory on parents' mental health
A new advisory issued by U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy warns of a growing mental health crisis among parents and caregivers.
August 28, 2024 at 4:21 PM
August 27, 2024 at 1:59 PM
Guy Fieri reflects on 'wild weekend' moving son Ryder into college dorm room
Ryder Fieri graduated high school in June.
August 27, 2024 at 1:59 PM
August 27, 2024 at 12:00 AM
Massachusetts mom delivers baby on highway, dad leaves wedding ring on roadside
Rebecca and Danya Mahota were surprised when their new baby daughter Summer arrived between Brewster and Plymouth. The heroic dad had to make a return trip to retrieve his ring days later
August 27, 2024 at 12:00 AM
August 26, 2024 at 4:32 PM
What to know about Kobe, Vanessa Bryant's 4 daughters
Kobe Bryant was celebrated for being a #girldad.
August 26, 2024 at 4:32 PM
August 26, 2024 at 2:47 PM
Tips to help empty nesters rekindle their relationship
"GMA" looks at the ways couples are renewing their relationships with their kids and each other once their children have gone off to college and moved out.
August 26, 2024 at 2:47 PM
August 26, 2024 at 2:03 PM
Dad's visit to see daughter after she gives birth goes viral
"The fact that in that moment ... he was just kind of sitting beside me, I just felt so warm, like I'm his little girl."
August 26, 2024 at 2:03 PM
August 23, 2024 at 3:06 PM
Parents reveal how bounce houses can turn dangerous
Inflatable bounce houses are a hit at children's birthday parties. While they bring lots of fun, they can lead to serious injuries or even death.
August 23, 2024 at 3:06 PM
August 23, 2024 at 2:58 PM
Tips for empty nesters to fine-tune finances
Financial expert Lynn Richardson shares tips for those whose kids are heading off to college and beyond.
August 23, 2024 at 2:58 PM
August 22, 2024 at 9:07 PM
Ashanti shares special meaning behind her son's name
Ashanti opened up about life as a new mom and the meaning of her son's name.
August 22, 2024 at 9:07 PM
August 22, 2024 at 8:08 PM
When can your child return to school from an illness?
Dr. Darien Sutton joins us to discuss what symptom changes to look for, and when it's safe to return to school for children recovering from an illness.
August 22, 2024 at 8:08 PM
August 22, 2024 at 2:55 PM
Majority of baby foods in US grocery stores may not meet healthy guidelines: Study
Researchers looked at over 600 infant and toddler food products sold in the U.S.
August 22, 2024 at 2:55 PM
August 22, 2024 at 12:41 PM
Majority of baby food may not meet health standards
A new study of baby foods found that two-thirds of the samples from American grocery stores didn’t meet standards set by the World Health Organization.
August 22, 2024 at 12:41 PM
August 21, 2024 at 11:01 PM
Ashanti welcomes 1st child with Nelly, says she is '4 weeks postpartum'
Ashanti announced in an Instagram post on Wednesday that she welcomed her first child with fiancé Nelly.
August 21, 2024 at 11:01 PM
August 21, 2024 at 3:35 PM
Gwen Walz, wife of VP contender Tim Walz, shares details of their fertility journey
She says the couple used a treatment different from the IVF he suggested.
August 21, 2024 at 3:35 PM
August 20, 2024 at 4:39 PM
Mom's candid post draws support from stay-at-home parents
A woman who's keeping it real in an essay about being a stay-at-home mom is sparking conversations among parents on Facebook.
August 20, 2024 at 4:39 PM
August 20, 2024 at 3:05 PM
Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt's daughter Shiloh granted name change
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's daughter granted name change.
August 20, 2024 at 3:05 PM
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 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 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