Children born with a common viral infection are nearly 2.5 times more likely to be diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), a new study finds. Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is part of the herpes family of viruses. It spreads through body fluids like blood, saliva and urine, and it’s usually harmless in healthy people. Around a third … Read more
Bruising, cuts and scrapes all form part of a normal kids’ life, and if you have active little ones who love to run, jump or climb, you will have seen plenty of minor bumps and bruises as a parent. While most bruises can be treated with an ice pack, cuddles and possibly some pain relief, other much rarer bruises need … Read more
Caitlin Clark warned everyone about her competitive nature. The Fever rookie, who’s been vocal about her cutthroat approach to the game, didn’t spare a young kid when she blocked his shot during a one-on-one matchup in Indiana on Tuesday. But it was all in fun, as the boy was seen laughing with Clark after the … Read more
A new study suggests a link between greater fluoride intake in pregnancy and toddlers with behavioral problems. Children in the womb exposed to higher levels of fluoride — a mineral found naturally in water in varying amounts — later were more likely to experience temper tantrums, headaches, stomachaches, anxiety, and symptoms linked to autism, according … Read more
A parent writing on Reddit is letting others know that he or she will pay for the children’s weddings only if certain conditions are met — and now the parent’s youngest has balked at the conditions, so payment is out. The piece by the parent (gender not specific) has gotten nearly 4,000 reactions to date — with … Read more
The two boys in the gauzy nostalgia piece “We Grown Now” are total charmers. They’re also worryingly vulnerable, something you clock soon after the movie opens. Set in 1992, it takes place primarily in Cabrini-Green, at the time a public housing development in Chicago. There, the boys frolic and dream amid cinder block walls. Every … Read more
DEAR ABBY: When a daughter is getting married, how do divorced parents sit, walk down the aisle and conduct themselves? — ALMOST THERE IN NEW YORK DEAR ALMOST THERE: First and foremost, the divorced parents should act like adults and bury their hostilities (if there are any) on their daughter’s special day. Tact and diplomacy … Read more
A new study has found parents are deeply concerned about their child’s academic and character development before they turn 5 years old. The poll of 2,000 parents of children ages five and younger found 59% are concerned about their children’s academic and character development, citing concerns about whether their children will learn to play fairly … Read more
As parents, we do a lot of ‘looking’ at our kids. There’s the loving gaze, the look of bewilderment, or the stare of frustration. So it’s not at all surprising parents are quick to notice dark rings when they pop up under kids’ eyes, which makes for a very common visit to see me – the family doctor. … Read more
Planning a kid’s party can quickly become an unnecessarily painful experience for parents. From lolly bags to catering and entertainment, creating a fun experience without requiring a small bank loan can be challenging. One mom has vented about how the assumptions of many parents left her and her husband over budget and seething with anger … Read more
Yes, you read that right. The idea of healthy fast food might sound paradoxical; however, certain chains, including Chick-Fil-A and Subway, now claim to have more such alternatives for children. Recently, nutrition scientist Lauryna Nelkine decided to see if they put their money where young customers’ mouths are by rounding up the top 10 lowest-calorie … Read more
A former paramedic is sounding the alarm about head injuries in children that could require medical attention. “A child who is increasingly restless, agitated or combative after a head bump could be a sign that the head injury was more serious, and they should get a medical review urgently,” Australian parenting expert Nikki Jurcutz wrote on … Read more
A priest has been forced to apologize after he destroyed children’s Halloween pumpkin decorations two days in a row in an act of vandalism. Halloween is just around the corner but the global tradition didn’t sit well with Father Jaromir Smejkal who believes it is a “satanic feast”. Father Smejkal, from Kurdejov, a village in … Read more
Talk about a trouble magnet. Magnetized toys may be popular — but the parts themselves can be extremely dangerous for your little one, according to experts. A new video shared by @tinyheartseducation, a child safety organization started by former paramedic Nikki Jurcutz and her sister, Rach Waia, warned that in many cases the magnets can “rip … Read more
Haters, it’s time to leave Ariel and Elsa alone. Ever since Snow White first appeared on screens in 1937, Disney princesses have endured an onslaught of criticism for being too weak, too thin, too pretty and not racially diverse. But now, researchers from the University of California, Davis, and Brigham Young University have determined that … Read more
The average single parent says they’d need a minimum of $332,705 in savings in order to feel at ease about raising their child. That’s according to a survey of 2,000 single parents, split evenly between moms and dads, which found the average respondent thinks about their child’s financial future five times per day. Four in … Read more
An Australian mom has shared her shock after discovering black mold inside her daughter’s Go Green lunch box that she’s eaten out of every day for two years. While cleaning her daughter’s lunch box, mom Ashleigh took apart the different components and pulled out the silicone bands from the bento-box container. It was then that she noticed something strange … Read more
DEAR ABBY: Since my husband’s death eight years ago, his family has continued to include me in their family gatherings. We didn’t have children together, but I have three adult sons from a previous marriage. A year ago, I started dating someone, but broke it off after six months. Six months later, I received an … Read more
A man has been slammed in an online parenting forum after he admitted to changing his adopted son’s name after the birth of his biological ‘miracle’ baby. He believes that his firstborn ‘blood’ son should carry down the family name as it’s ‘gone back five generations.’ “It’s better to give the biological son the family name.” Taking to the thread, the … Read more
When you’re spending time with a baby, you expect to have nothing but a great time. Kendall was playing with her young nephew like it was any other day. But when she held him, she spotted something that could have quickly ended in tragedy. In an Instagram post from Tiny Hearts Foundation, a woman issued a warning about a children’s toy … Read more