The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on Tuesday urged parents and caregivers to stop using Boppy Newborn Loungers – a pillow for infants – after two more infants died after the agency issued a mass recall of the product in 2021.
A recent study has shown that adopting a dominant pose can make children feel more confident at school.
It’s never too early for kids to learn how to cook or bake, but the process can be tougher than anticipated. Following these top tips will ensure that cooking with your kids is safe, fun, and well worth the mess.
Throwing a birthday party for your kids can be a daunting task. Yes, on the surface it’s all smiles and balloons but in reality, so many things can go wrong because after all, we’re talking about wrangling children which is akin to herding cats. Cats who cry and wipe their noses on the bounc…
We may feel ridiculous whenever we talk to a baby but it turns out that it can help the baby’s brain develop much more efficiently.
Have you ever wondered why your dog buries their bone immediately after you give it to them?
A survey by Motherly has revealed a significant rise in American mothers choosing to be stay-at-home parents.
Liam and Olivia are once again the most popular baby names in the US, according to the Social Security Administration.
When your child has a cough, you naturally want to do anything to make them feel better. There are plenty of over-the-counter cough suppressants out there, but experts say medicine may not be the best antidote. A study published in the National Library of Medicine found evidence that poiso…
Over half of US teens have some form of driving anxiety, keeping many of them off the road.
This column, which I began writing in 1976, has been in syndication for 44 years, a record in the history of American newspapers.
Mother’s Day can feel painfully isolating for women who have lost their mothers and are still grieving even years later. Here's how some daughters are coping.
Parents always hear people suggesting for them to cherish the moments with their kids while they are still infants, toddlers and small children and even though people mean well, experts say this isn’t a particularly helpful suggestion! Many parents actually relish the years where their kids …
Dutton and Wrenlee are on the rise, but they're no match for champs Liam and Olivia as the top baby names in the U.S. last year. The Social Security Administration released the annual list Friday morning.
Milestone FOMO – an acronym for fear of missing out – is more prevalent than ever, especially for parents.
With Mother’s Day right around the corner, all sorts of "bonus mom" articles and merchandise are popping up all over the internet. This prompted me to Google the term — I was interested in what the results might say, since I made up the term over 35 years ago, and this contributed to a whole Bonus Families movement.
Science experiments are a fun, educational way to entertain kids at home so here are 5 easy experiments to try.
On the second Sunday of May, stores burst with Mother’s Day cards, and social media is plastered with mom appreciation posts. For some, it's hard.
Drowning is the leading cause of death for children aged 1 to 4, and according to the Children Safety Network, nearly 900 children and teens die from unintentional drowning every year. It’s essential parents take note of these water safety tips. Lives depend on them. Buzz60’s Chloe Hurst has…
Here are some tips on staying safe, communicating and setting limits on social media — for kids as well as their parents.
Does it appear your child comes home from school with a “low mental battery?” According to a new survey conducted by OnePoll on behalf of Presence, 70% of parents believe their child is experiencing more burnout than they are. Buzz60’s Chloe Hurst has the story!
Kids and mess usually go hand in hand, especially when trying to find entertaining remedies in small spaces. If you’re traveling, this almost impossible task (clean, portable, fun) usually means endless screen time. Though, here’s a few other no-mess travel activities. Buzz60’s Chloe Hurst h…
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A group of bipartisan senators introduced legislation that would block children 12 and under from using social media, citing concerns that the demographic is susceptible to the information that an algorithm is putting before them. The senators are also parents, so the legislation they are tr…
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Summer vacations with the family are going to happen soon, and here are some things pediatricians always make sure to pack for their own children.
Every year, new baby name trends emerge as parents look for unique and meaningful names for their children.
Getting kids to sleep can feel like a full time job for parents and many turn to melatonin gummies to help their kids drift off to dreamland. However, a new study suggests that those sleep gummies might not have the melatonin levels they advertise.Veuer’s Keri Lumm has more.
Most parents will have waged battles with their children over eating fruit and vegetables. But instead of sitting and watching a little one push their plate away or refuse to touch a food they don't like, researchers have now reported that the key to getting kids to eat "significantly" more …
Here's a look at the top gender-neutral baby names from 2021, according to the Social Security Administration list.
It’s no surprise that young children are constantly asking the question “why?”. Research has now shown that children prefer to read books that explain how and why things happen.