Year after year, government records show late summer is when most babies are born, with August as the most common birth month. That means—right now—tens of thousands of future parents are planning ...

In an era of packed schedules, screen time, and intense focus on school readiness, many children are playing less than in previous generations, which harms development.

Millions of Americans struggle to put money away, leaving them empty-handed as they approach one of life's key financial milestones. No, not retirement — having a child, which new research shows is ...

At age 18 in all of the United States, a child can decide not to visit the other parent without consequence to themselves or the favored parent. Children who are considered legal adults (age 18 in ...

The Center for American Progress’ data dashboard allows users to explore national- and state-level data trends on a range of child care and early learning topics. Read more and explore additional ...

One of the joys of parenthood is watching your child reach milestones as they grow to become their own person: first laugh, first roll over, first steps. But one milestone parents really look forward ...

Some home remedies and medical treatments can help a child’s upset stomach symptoms. These include staying hydrated, consuming certain foods, reducing stress, and more. Upset stomach or indigestion ...

Having a third child brought unexpected challenges and joys to our family life. Parenting each child requires unique approaches, as no two children are the same. Balancing time with a partner becomes ...

Coming back soon? Children working as miners in Pennsylvania. (AP Photo) EDITOR’S NOTE: This article originally appeared at TomDispatch.com. To stay on top of important articles like these, sign up to ...