Kids

Children who spend four or more hours daily on screens are nearly twice as likely to struggle with emotional and behavioral problems. This finding comes from major research analyzing nearly 300,000 children worldwide, showing how screen time in early development creates a self-reinforcing cycle that many families recognize but struggle to break. Lead researcher Dr. Michael Noetel explains that “increased screen time can lead to...

In a quiet suburb of Queensland, Australia, lives the Bonell family, affectionately known as Australia’s biggest family. Jeni and Ray Bonell, proud parents of 16 biological children, have spent over three decades mastering the unique rhythm of raising a super-sized family. From managing towering grocery bills to sharing laundry duties, their story is a remarkable...

Chantel Brink

Chantel Brink

Family & Lifestyle Journalist

Your 5-year-old throws a meltdown because their sibling got a bigger cookie. They demand to go first in every game and seem genuinely confused when you suggest taking turns. When the neighbor kid falls off their bike, your little one barely glances up from their activity. You start wondering if something’s wrong. Are these normal developmental phases,...

Healthy childhood development involves learning responsibility. Kids slowly learn how to take care of themselves and others on their way to becoming independent adults. A common way parents teach responsibility is through chores. As they grow, kids are expected to clean up after themselves and help around the house. The tasks become more difficult as...

Sarah Biren

Sarah Biren

Food Journalist

New parents often struggle with sleepless nights, which leads many to explore sleep training. One approach, often debated, involves letting the baby cry until they fall asleep. This has sparked concern among experts and caregivers about the dangers of crying it out. While some parents see quick results, others worry about the emotional toll. Not...

In 2021, a California teacher named Kristin Pitzen sparked controversy after posting a TikTok video in which she casually described removing the American flag from her classroom. The video, which quickly went viral, showed Pitzen explaining that she told her students they could say the Pledge of Allegiance to a different flag, gesturing toward a...

Chantel Brink

Chantel Brink

Family & Lifestyle Journalist