FAMILY & PARENTING
Little Boy Afraid of His Night Light, Mom Discovers 'Terrifying' Reason Why
"That's nightmare fuel," one spooked social media user said.
How Family of Six Eat Out Without 'Breaking the Bank' Sparks Debate
Newsweek spoke to mom-of-four Callie Mileham, 37, who shared how she saves money when eating out as a family of six.
Dramatic Gender Reveal Stunt Backfires Spectacularly for Front-Row Guest
The guest became more involved in the reveal than they had initially expected, with the reveal-gone-wrong resulting in a hilarious ending.
Mom Defends 10-Month-Old Son Being on a Diet
Daniella Seoane told Newsweek, "Not being biased as I'm his mother but I've always thought he was a very cute and a chunky baby."
Hilarious Way Mom Was Reminded That Babies Are Born 'Without Any Context'
After seeing her daughter's interpretation, Shirley Halse was left wishing this was how all business deals were done.
Kids' Obesity Risk Depends on Source of Sugar, Not the Amount
Certain sugars were associated with a lower risk of childhood obesity, researchers in The Netherlands found.
Watch Two Best Friends React to Twin Pregnancy Reveal: 'The Scream'
Social media users couldn't get enough of the reactions, as one TikToker commented: "She screamed like she found out SHE was having twins!"
Mom Backed for Choice Not To Send Son to Kindergarten—'No-Brainer'
AnnElise, 29, told Newsweek: "Some [people] have suggested I'm the one who isn't ready—I'll 100 percent agree with that!"
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I Let My Kids Have Unlimited Screen Time on One Simple Condition
Kids learn a lot by watching different things on tablets and TVs. I am very big on education.
Parents Backed for Refusing to Repaint House Despite Son's Embarrassment
Despite their son's objection to the "bright pink" exterior, the parents stayed firm in their decision to keep the home's unique color.
Top 100 Baby Names for Boys—Henry and Lucas Fall in Popularity
The most commonly chosen baby names for boys in the U.S. have been revealed, with some surprising changes to last year's top 100.
Top 100 Baby Names for Girls—Isabella and Ava Fall in Popularity
Some familiar names are on this year's list of America's most commonly chosen baby names for girls but a couple of names proved less popular in 2023.
Man Does DNA Test—Shocking Results Lead Him On Quest To Discover Truth
Steele's relatives' results were fairly predictable. The comedian's results, however, took an unexpected turn.
Scientists Reveal How Autism Develops in Kids
The researchers hope that these findings will help in the development of more effective drugs to manage the symptoms of autism.
Therapist's Simple Video Linking Adult Behaviors to Childhood Goes Viral
Dr. Ghazaleh Bailey explains how trauma in childhood can hinder adults' ability to be vulnerable.
I'm a Motherless Daughter and a Daughterless Mother. But I'll Celebrate
Mother's Day stings in a far more powerful way than it did during those years of failed baby-making attempts.
I'm a 51-year-old Grandma Who Skipped Motherhood
If the journey to parenthood were a race, I avoided training: Pregnancy, morning sickness, childbirth—and that's the easy part.
Paid Maternity Leave Isn't US Law—But It's a Priority at These Companies
Newsweek recently ranked America's Greatest Workplaces for Women, and many of the companies featured guarantee paid accommodations for new mothers.
Fury As Boomer Says Using a Microwave Makes You a 'Snowflake'
A boomer criticized a younger family member for using a microwave at a birthday party, sparking an online backlash.
Hilarious Reason Video of Dad Carrying Newborn Doesn't Go To Plan
The new mom was just trying to replicate a trend she saw on social media, but it didn't go as smoothly for her as it did for the other women on TikTok.
How Newsweek Determined America's Best Maternity Hospitals
The third annual ranking features hospitals that were awarded either four or five ribbons based on an evaluation of their performance.
Watch Golden Retriever's Crucial Role in Gender Reveal—'Best Big Brother'
Paige Phillips told Newsweek she knew that she had to get her "first baby" involved in the big celebration.