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.
Moms lose average of $9,500 on maternity leave, survey reveals
Women reported taking about 11 weeks of maternity leave on average, and 25% took six weeks or less.
Nearly 1 in 10 moms regrets the name they chose for their baby, survey reveals
Baby name regret is more common than you may think, according to a new survey.
US surgeon general names parent stress an 'urgent public health issue'
In a survey, nearly half of parents said their stress was "completely overwhelming" on most days, according to the advisory.
Houston families: City Gear’s Cutz 4 Kids provides free haircuts and school supplies
City Gear hosts its annual Cutz 4 Kids Back-to-School event on Sunday from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
These are the best cities for working parents, study says
A new study revealed the best cities for working parents based on metrics including career prospects, childcare availability and quality of life.
Husband paralyzed in tragic fall after learning wife is pregnant
A Mississippi couple's day of celebration turned into concern when the husband suffered injuries from a fall.
Maryland city named best place for families to live in America by Fortune Magazine
Silver Spring has clinched the top spot as the best place to live for families in America, according to the latest rankings by Fortune Magazine.
Survey reveals how many parents have quit their jobs to raise children
The new study underscores the financial burden that child care costs impose on many parents.
Humor can play a role in good parenting, survey suggests
A new survey highlights the potential benefit humor plays in parenting.
Houston waterpark: Great Wolf Lodge Webster opens ahead of schedule with discount
Great Wolf Lodge in Webster is gearing up for an earlier-than-expected debut on August 7.
Most popular baby names inspired by the summer season revealed
Having a baby this summer? Here’s a look at the top baby names that are linked to this season, according to a new study.
FBI investigating Surrogacy Escrow Account Management, judge freezes assets
A Harris County judge placed a temporary hold on the funds of a surrogacy escrow company, as well as its owners' assets, as federal authorities investigate the firm over allegations of missing money by families.
Lawsuit filed against surrogacy escrow fund, court froze assets
A Harris County Court has frozen the assets of a surrogacy escrow agency after multiple families claiming thousands of dollars is missing from their accounts.
Top trending baby names 2024 influenced by ‘Dune,’ the solar eclipse, Caitlin Clark
March Madness, April's eclipse, pop culture and more big moments are shaping parents' baby name choices in 2024.
Houston Food Bank starting meal program as schools close for summer
The Houston Food Bank is preparing to feed 12,000 local children a day through its summer feeding program starting Monday, June 3 at select locations.
Pool floaties for kids: Mom on a mission to warn about dangers
For years, parents have used water wings, floaties or "puddle jumpers" on their children in the water, thinking they keep kids safe in the pool while allowing independence. But more and more swim instructors are warning against them.
Best, most affordable cities to raise family in 2024: Study
The WalletHub study compared 180 U.S. cities to determine the best and most affordable cities to raise a family in.
US pediatricians allow HIV-positive mothers to breastfeed under new guidelines
People with HIV can breastfeed their babies, as long as they are taking medications that effectively suppress the virus that causes AIDS, a top U.S. pediatricians’ group said Monday in a sharp policy change.