October 21, 2023 School bus driver's quick thinking helps save boy choking on penny: 'Help me save this baby' Dallas Independent School District bus driver Raquel Radford Baker saved a boy who was choking on a penny outside of an elementary school in September.
October 21, 2023 Court orders abortion for 11-year-old who said pregnancy made her feel ‘special’ A U.K judge ordered an 11-year-old girl to get an abortion, arguing it was in the girl's best interest both mentally and physically, local reports show.
October 19, 2023 War and kids: What to say and not say, and how to handle tough questions Dr. Meg Meeker, a Minnesota-based pediatrician and author, shared advice for parents and families about discussions to have (or not have) with kids about the war in Israel.
October 18, 2023 Botanical gardens, zoos ramp up Halloween preparations as outdoor celebrations become more popular among kids Zoos and botanical gardens across the U.S. have become a popular go-to destination for children during Halloween, allowing kids to become more inspired to learn about nature.
October 12, 2023 'Infuriating' how easy it was for my 14-year-old to outsmart social media controls: Digital safety expert Parents and school districts get candid on why they are suing social media companies, alleging algorithms have negatively impacted children's mental health.
October 10, 2023 Psychiatrist shares 4 ways to support your child through life’s ups and downs on World Mental Health Day World Mental Health Day is Oct. 10. A adult and child psychiatrist shared tips for how to guide and parent your child through the peaks and pits of life.
October 4, 2023 Missouri-based professional ‘second mom’ reveals how to support kids during the college years A Missouri-based parenting expert shared her top tips for helping guide college students through their years at school — including giving them space and pushing them to try new things.
October 1, 2023 Cellphone shocker as 97% of kids use their device during school hours and beyond, says study A new study surveying the phone usage of kids ages 11 to 17 revealed how frequently kids are interacting with their screens and the type of content they're accessing.
September 30, 2023 A parent's guide to improving literacy skills: Tips for helping a child who has trouble reading Reading and writing can be difficult skills for kids to grasp. Learning solely at school may not be enough. Children will need your help at home to strengthen their skills.
September 25, 2023 More and more schools across the US adopt 4-day learning weeks Hundreds of school systems across the U.S. are adopting four-day learning weeks despite students already struggling to catch up academically post-pandemic.