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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,...

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...

The issue of breastfeeding without consent became real for Stephanie Hanna when she found out a daycare worker had fed her 15-month-old son without her permission. This unexpected breach of trust not only disturbed Stephanie deeply but also revealed a surprising legal gap: in many states, including California, breastfeeding someone else’s child without parental consent...

Raven Fon

Raven Fon

Relationships & Sociology Expert

When a mother kills alleged rapist in a quiet South African town, the case does more than capture headlines, it exposes deep-rooted societal failures. The story begins in Cacadu, a rural town in the Eastern Cape province, where a 44-year-old mother returned home from shopping and realized her 20-year-old disabled daughter was missing. Concerned, she...

A Utah mother’s life took a heartbreaking turn when seemingly ordinary health complaints revealed rare cancer symptoms. Angela Goodrich, a 41-year-old dedicated mother of 10 children, passed away in February 2023, just weeks after doctors diagnosed her with adrenocortical carcinoma, an aggressive cancer affecting the adrenal glands. A Mother’s Sudden Diagnosis In January 2023, Angela...