Are you unwittingly creating a monster? An expert has shared three key ways you can reduce the likelihood of your child turning into a narcissist, a term typically applied to someone whose sense of self hinges on being seen as superior, special or entitled. Licensed clinical psychologist Dr. Shahrzad Jalali told The Post that while narcissistic tendencies … Read more
It’s a dose of disappointment. A supportive care drug that may help ease hyperactivity and improve speech and communication in children with autism has become so popular that desperate parents may have trouble getting their hands on it. Leucovorin — a reduced form of folate or vitamin B9, an essential nutrient our bodies can’t make … Read more
A former Navy SEAL and elite sniper instructor, Brandon Webb has jumped out of planes, raced cars, seen combat in Afghanistan and the Middle East, and trained people to shoot to kill. A bestselling author, he’s written about his exploits in books such as “Mastering Fear: A Navy SEAL’s Guide” and “The Killing School: Inside … Read more
Gourd news for parents trying to raise healthy eaters! It turns out that the battle to get kids to eat their veggies starts much earlier than you might think — like in the womb — so mothers have a chance to influence tastes long before the “ewwws” and eyerolls begin. New research out of the … Read more
DEAR ABBY: I have a next-door neighbor who is retired and takes care of his wife, who has dementia. He’s a nice enough person, but he has no personal boundaries. He is intrusive and knocks on my door while I’m working two to three days per week. My work area is close to the door, … Read more
Memo to mom and dad. While the goal of parents everywhere is to ensure their children survive into adulthood intact, many may be unwittingly putting their kids at risk. Speaking to The Post, a board-certified pediatrician shared five ways you could be inadvertently setting up your kid for longterm health problems — and even shortening … Read more
A Gold Coast mom has shared a heartwarming update after her toddler fell into a coma following a horror baking incident two weeks ago. 14-month-old Dustin ‘Dusty’ Wildman suffered a life-threatening reaction after inhaling a metallic cake-decorating powder, but is continuing to recover in hospital, with his condition steadily improving. His mother, Kate Robinson, told news.com.au … Read more
In 1995, 14-year-old Carlie called it a wrap on movies. While other teens lined up to see blockbuster hits like “Clueless” and “Jumanji,” an earlier movie outing to see a fantasy sci-fi flick called “Powder” sent Carlie off the ledge. “It was just so cheesy,” Carlie, 45, a realtor from Carrollton, Virginia, told The Post. … Read more
MODESTO, Calif. — Before every important test, teacher Nancy Barajas dims the lights, turns on a disco ball and blasts music from her playlist. Her sixth graders dance together as a “pre-celebration” to boost their confidence, then take their exam. Lately, there’s been a lot to celebrate in elementary schools in Modesto, California. Both reading … Read more
Many highly independent adults may be masking this serious form of trauma, and their children could be paying the price. While “cereal for breakfast” and “latchkey” kids are often celebrated for their self-reliance, as these kids age into adulthood, particularly parenthood, serious issues can surface. When parents are emotionally unavailable, a child’s independence is not … Read more
Olivia and Liam for a seventh year in a row topped the list of names for babies born in the United States in 2025. The Social Security Administration annually tracks the names given to girls and boys in each state, with lists dating back to 1880. And just in time for Mother’s Day, the agency on Friday … Read more
When New Yorker Kate Hernandez had her baby girl via C-section in 2024, she was so horrified by the lack of care new moms were given that she launched a “white glove” concierge service for postpartum care. Her service sends personal trainers, IV drips and even beauticians direct to new moms’ doors. And she’s just … Read more
Dusty had been happily playing at home before a split second of curiosity turned into a devastating nightmare for his parents. The happy 14-month-old Gold Coast boy was being supervised in the studio of his Logan home while his parents worked nearby. “He was just pattering around as he usually does,” mother Katie Robinson told … Read more
While there are myriad ways your parents can fail you, an expert has revealed a five-pack of formative, finer points that they could — and, in fact, should — have taught you. “What shapes adults most is not a single parenting mistake but a repeated emotional pattern: ‘Who did I have to become in order … Read more
She said what she said. One mom’s hot take on not teaching her kids to share with others has gone viral — and people online have a lot to say about it. Arizona mom, Lonnie Weaver, often posts relatable mom content, but one recent video about her kids not having to share with other little … Read more
A new study has found sobering effects of weed on teenage brains. While more teens are staying away from marijuana across the country, the drug is still used by one in five kids in New York, according to a New York Impact Report from November 2025. And though some purport the substance can improve mood … Read more
Matthew Georgio was having trouble in school. “He wasn’t listening,” his mother, Melissa, told The Post. “Teachers were saying, ‘Look, he’s a smart kid, he’s just not paying attention in class.’” What first seemed like defiance had a far more troubling explanation — the young Australian simply couldn’t hear. Melissa Georgio’s son, Matthew (left), saw … Read more
About 36,000 Build-A-Bear plush bears are being recalled due to a potential choking hazard, the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced Thursday. The recall involves the Heartwarming Hugs weighted plush bear, which features a side pouch containing a heart filled with 2.5 pounds of ceramic beads that can be heated or cooled. According to the CPSC, the … Read more
A new autism therapy may be on the way — and it’s got everyone talking. Researchers in China have developed a brain stimulation technique that’s showing early promise in improving social communication skills among children with autism. That could be significant, given that for many on the spectrum, communication and language challenges are some of … Read more
Parents in New York City rolled their eyes at a recent survey that claimed it costs $15,447 a year to raise a child in the state, calculated over the course of 18 years. But families across the five boroughs told The Post that their annual bills far eclipse that, ranging from $19,000 to a shocking … Read more