It now costs nearly 300K to raise a child; here’s where it’s most expensive
A new study finds that the cost of raising a child has surged 25% since 2023.
Tooth fairy tightens purse strings as payouts drop for second year
The Tooth Fairy's generosity is fading, with the average gift for a lost tooth dropping 14% over the past year, according to Delta Dental's 2025 Original Tooth Fairy Poll.
These are the worst cities for families, report says
A new study ranked the 50 largest U.S. metros for families, based on factors including household incomes, poverty rates and child care costs.
'She just lit up': Baby born deaf hears parents for 1st time after cochlear implants
A Massachusetts couple is celebrating after their 10-month-old daughter, Charlie, who was born deaf due to Usher syndrome, heard for the first time thanks to cochlear implants.
These baby names are at risk of going extinct in 2025
BabyCenter's new report shows a large decline in certain names. The list includes royal names, along with ‘80s and ‘90s names.
Firefighters from Arizona fire department welcomed 19 babies in 2024
This is a story that will melt your heart. Nineteen Chandler Firefighters welcomed new additions to their families last year.
TikTok video inspires Bay Area woman to become surrogate
Leanna Ortega was scrolling on TikTok one night on her phone when she came across a video of a woman who was eight months pregnant talking about her journey.
Delays in NY's Early Intervention Program leave kids with disabilities without services
New York’s Early Intervention Program, designed to provide free therapy and support for children with disabilities or developmental delays, is leaving some families frustrated with delays in care.
Here’s how much parents spend on holiday gifts for each child
Moms with multiple kids shell out less per child, the survey found.
Most expensive US cities to raise kids in 2024 revealed
On average, a household with one child experiences a 40% increase in annual living costs, while having two children raises costs by a substantial 70%, the study found.
Most expensive US cities to raise kids in 2024 revealed
On average, a household with one child experiences a 40% increase in annual living costs, while having two children raises costs by a substantial 70%, the study found.
These are worst birthdays for kids according to moms – and Christmas tops the list
A new survey reveals that 40% of moms prefer to avoid Christmas birthdays. Here are the other holidays and occasions that made the list.
Long Island hospital offers donor breast milk for new moms in need
South Shore University Hospital on Long Island is offering new moms a vital resource — donor breast milk — through its partnership with the New York Milk Bank.
This is how much money it costs to have a baby in 2024
The journey of bringing a new life into the world is filled with love and anticipation, but comes with financial considerations. From the hospital to childcare, here’s a look at some of the costs.
6-year-old boy kidnapped from Oakland found alive 70 years later
Luis Armando Albino was 6 years old in 1951 when he was abducted while playing at an Oakland park. Now, more than seven decades later, Albino has been found thanks to help from an online ancestry test, old photos and newspaper clippings.
Moms lose average of $9,500 on maternity leave, survey reveals
Women reported taking about 11 weeks of maternity leave on average, and 25% took six weeks or less.
Nearly 1 in 10 moms regrets the name they chose for their baby, survey reveals
Baby name regret is more common than you may think, according to a new survey.
China halts foreign adoptions of its children, leaving families in limbo
China’s decision to stop the program affects American families with pending adoption applications.
US surgeon general names parent stress an 'urgent public health issue'
In a survey, nearly half of parents said their stress was "completely overwhelming" on most days, according to the advisory.
Teacher and wife adopt student and his siblings: 'God's answer to my prayers'
A Kentucky teacher and his wife have inspired many by adopting one of his students and the student's three siblings.