It now costs nearly 300K to raise a child; here’s where it’s most expensive
A new study finds that the cost of raising a child has surged 25% since 2023.
Journalist unearths grandfather's Nazi past, shares all in powerful podcast
Suzanne Rico never met her grandfather, and when she dug into her family history, she didn't expect to find out he was a scientist in Nazi Germany.
23andMe files for bankruptcy, CEO steps down: What customers should know
23andMe has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection to help the genetic testing company facilitate a sale amid years of financial issues.
High chairs recalled due to entrapment and suffocation hazard: What to know
About 4,400 high chairs have been recalled in the U.S. over a potential entrapment and suffocation hazard for babies and young children.
These are the worst cities for families, report says
A new study ranked the 50 largest U.S. metros for families, based on factors including household incomes, poverty rates and child care costs.
Baby gates sold on Amazon recalled because of entrapment hazard: What to know
Baby gates sold exclusively on Amazon have been recalled over a potential entrapment risk for children, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
'She just lit up': Baby born deaf hears parents for 1st time after cochlear implants
A Massachusetts couple is celebrating after their 10-month-old daughter, Charlie, who was born deaf due to Usher syndrome, heard for the first time thanks to cochlear implants.
These baby names are at risk of going extinct in 2025
BabyCenter's new report shows a large decline in certain names. The list includes royal names, along with ‘80s and ‘90s names.
New guidelines set for lead levels in baby foods
The government is setting new guidelines for lead levels in some baby foods.
FDA limits toxic lead in some baby foods – here's what to know
The FDA has set maximum levels for lead in packaged processed foods sold in jars, pouches, tubs or boxes. Here's what to know.
National Adoption Day unites 200+ LA County children with new families
There are more than 20,000 children in the LA County foster care system. More than 200 were adopted into new families Saturday.
Here’s how much parents spend on holiday gifts for each child
Moms with multiple kids shell out less per child, the survey found.
Most expensive US cities to raise kids in 2024 revealed
On average, a household with one child experiences a 40% increase in annual living costs, while having two children raises costs by a substantial 70%, the study found.
These are worst birthdays for kids according to moms – and Christmas tops the list
A new survey reveals that 40% of moms prefer to avoid Christmas birthdays. Here are the other holidays and occasions that made the list.
Build-A-Bear x Hello Kitty and Friends Workshop opens in LA
On Friday, the Build-A-Bear x Hello Kitty and Friends Workshop officially opened to the public at Westfield Century City.
Infant care costs roughly 10% of a family's annual income in nearly all states, study finds
A new study reveals that child care expenses are absorbing a significant portion of family household incomes nationwide.
Newsom signs bill requiring insurance companies to cover IVF in California
Insurance companies will now be required to cover fertility treatments, including IVF, in California.
This is how much money it costs to have a baby in 2024
The journey of bringing a new life into the world is filled with love and anticipation, but comes with financial considerations. From the hospital to childcare, here’s a look at some of the costs.
6-year-old boy kidnapped from Oakland found alive 70 years later
Luis Armando Albino was 6 years old in 1951 when he was abducted while playing at an Oakland park. Now, more than seven decades later, Albino has been found thanks to help from an online ancestry test, old photos and newspaper clippings.
Olivia Munn praises 'real-life angel' surrogate who carried newborn daughter: 'Dreams come true'
Actress Olivia Munn previously revealed undergoing a hysterectomy as part of an 'aggressive' breast cancer treatment.