Mental Health
New Jersey School Is Giving Kids An Extra Day Off To "Take A Breath" Before The Holidays
With children’s mental health emergencies on the rise, one school system is attempting to address the issue with a district-wide mental health day.
In Search Of A Diagnosis For My Son, I Got One Instead
“Well, I mean, everyone kind of has ADHD, right?”
12 Important Britishisms For The Brand-New Expat Mother
As soon as I landed in London, five months pregnant with my first child, I started to learn a new vocabulary.
Switching To Formula Saved My Sanity
Letting go of breastfeeding created the breathing room I needed to be a more relaxed, more balanced mom.
How To Talk To Your Kids About Climate Change (Without Freaking Them Out)
Climate anxiety is real, and it’s only going to get realer.
Doctors Have Declared A National Emergency As Children's Mental Health Is "Suffering"
“This is a national emergency, and the time for swift and deliberate action is now.”
How To Stop Worrying About Miscarriage, According To Experts
The anxiety can be completely overwhelming.
7 Signs Of A Toxic Grandparent, According To An Expert
Red flags of unhealthy behavior can sometimes be subtle.
The Emotional Weight Of Being A Food-Allergy Parent
“I don’t think anybody can watch their kid almost die and be OK.”
Kristen Bell Asks Her Kids This Question When They’re Dealing With Tough Emotions
The Good Place star is teaching her daughters to navigate their own bouts of big feelings.
Does Postpartum Depression Happen With Every Pregnancy?
Because birth is a mixed bag of joy and overwhelm.
I Had A Traumatic Birth — Getting My Hospital Records Helped Me Reframe It
25-34% of parents report a traumatic birth. When my 2nd child was born, I became one of them.
Color Your Stress Away With These Free Printable Pages
Grab the colored pencils.
It Took Having A Baby To Finally Be Diagnosed With ADHD
Despite being treated for postpartum depression, I felt like I was drowning.
Here's What You Need To Know About Kids And Homesickness, According To Experts
As it turns out, homesickness has its advantages
How To Manage Stress & Anxiety During Pregnancy
Up at 3 a.m. staring bug-eyed at the ceiling? You aren’t alone.
Can Coughing Too Much Hurt Your Baby In The Womb?
‘Tis the season for colds, coughs, and sniffles.
How Does Pregnancy Affect Your Immune System?
Yes, there’s a reason you feel so icky.
The Truth Behind Breastfeeding & Gassy, Tootin' Babies
If your baby is usually gassy, is breastfeeding the culprit?
Yup, Pregnancy Rage Is Real. Here’s How To Handle It
It's not your fault if you're feeling angry all the time.
How To Make Baby Move & Kick, Because Fetal Movement Is A Good Thing
Get ready to count those kicks.
Obama & Dr. Fauci Surprised Kids As They Got Their Covid Vaccines At School
Fist bumps and stickers all around.
Everything Parents Need To Know About The Omicron Variant & Kids
Yes, vaccines still help.
Will Kids Need Covid Boosters? Here’s What We Know
It’s possible, but doctors are waiting on more data.
Good News! Masks Don't Keep Preschoolers From Reading Emotions, Study Finds
Children were able to correctly identify an adult’s emotion almost as often as they did when the adult was not wearing a mask.
Covid-19 Cases In Children Are Up 32%, Pediatrician Group Warns
Nearly 142,000 children tested positive for Covid-19 between November 11 and November 18, representing a roughly 32% increase in cases from two weeks prior.
Grandmas May Be More Connected To Their Grandkids Than Their Own Children
It’s not just your imagination!
The Information On Covid-19 Boosters Keeps Changing — Here's What We Know Now
If you’ve already been vaccinated, you’re likely wondering if there’s a booster shot in your future. New updates are shedding more light.
Could Covid Booster Shots Be Required For Travel? Here’s What We Know Now
Many countries already require travelers to be fully vaccinated before they enter and could soon begin requiring Covid booster shots as well.
An Open Letter To Parents Waiting To Vaccinate Their Children
Let’s end this thing together.
Health Experts Express Worry After 22 Million Babies Missed Their Measles Vaccines
Three million more children missed their measles vaccine in 2020 compared to 2019, representing the largest increase in two decades.
There's Still A Pandemic, But Here's How To Travel Safely For Christmas
It’s all about assessing your risks.
