Here's how your kid's screen time compares with everyone else

A new Pew Research Center survey finds that many parents believe their children spend too much time on screens, particularly on smartphones, tablets, and video games.

Acetaminophen, pregnancy and autism: Doctors clarify the science

Health officials and experts assert no proven causative link between acetaminophen and autism, emphasizing its safety for pregnant women.

New Mexico to become first state to offer universal child care

New Mexico will be the first state to provide free universal child care. Find out what this means for families.

Most parents fall into debt for their children: Survey

A survey reveals that soaring living costs are pushing most parents into debt. Many say it’s becoming “unmanageable."

Fulton County launches pilot program to reimburse childcare costs for employees

The Fulton County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a six-month pilot program to reimburse childcare costs for up to 100 county employees.

These are the best states to have a baby, new study finds

Here’s which state topped the list as the best state to have a baby, thanks to top-tier health care, low infant mortality and strong family support policies.

'Trump accounts' for newborns could grow to $1.9M, Treasury says

Even without additional contributions beyond the initial $1K deposit, the Treasury estimates the account could grow to $13,800 in 18 years.

CDC: US fertility rate dropped to all-time low in 2024

The fertility rate has been sliding in America for close to two decades as women wait longer to have kids or choose not to have them at all.

Child care costs are highest in these states, study finds

The steep cost of child care in America is weighing on parents all over the country, but those in these particular states were found to feel the pinch the most.

Biggest baby name trends of 2025 revealed

From luxury brands to bird names and ‘90s nostalgia, BabyCenter is revealing 2025’s top baby name trends based on real-time data from parents.