The 'bare bones' cost of raising a child has spiked: Here's why

The cost of raising a child in the U.S. continues to climb, according to a new LendingTree report based on 2024 data.

Here's how much it costs to raise a child in Minnesota

According to the Lendingtree study, Minnesota is the 12th-most expensive state in the U.S. to raise a young child.

The Tooth Fairy is paying out more than last year, survey finds

A new poll reveals that the average value of a single lost tooth during the past year has increased. Here's how much it's worth.

Top cities to raise a family in 2026 revealed

New data is ranking the best U.S. cities to raise kids – and here’s which places are taking the top spots.

Babysitting rates in 2026: What parents should budget

Babysitting rates in the U.S. continue to climb in 2026, according to newly updated UrbanSitter data.

Kao Kalia Yang celebrates childhood memories in new book

Minnesota author Kao Kalia Yang is bringing cherished memories to life in her latest children's book, "The Blue House I Loved." The story centers on her aunt and uncle's blue house in St. Paul, capturing the essence of family memories and the refugee experience.

Powdered whole milk may be culprit in botulism outbreak that sickened dozens of babies

Health officials say powdered whole milk used to make ByHeart infant formula could be a source of contamination that led to an outbreak of infant botulism that has sickened dozens of babies.

These baby names are at risk of going extinct in 2026

Some baby names are disappearing fast. New data reveals which once-trendy names are falling out of favor.

Map: The income you'll need to support a family in 2025

Experts say though having a dual income can offer stability, there are tradeoffs such as less time with your child and added stress.

Here's how much your family needs to earn to have a stay-at-home parent

How much does one parent need to earn for the other to stay home with a young child? A new ranking reveals huge state-by-state gaps.