New Mexico to become first state to offer universal child care

New Mexico will be the first state to provide free universal child care. Find out what this means for families.

Most parents fall into debt for their children: Survey

A survey reveals that soaring living costs are pushing most parents into debt. Many say it’s becoming “unmanageable."

These are the best states to have a baby, new study finds

Here’s which state topped the list as the best state to have a baby, thanks to top-tier health care, low infant mortality and strong family support policies.

'Trump accounts' for newborns could grow to $1.9M, Treasury says

Even without additional contributions beyond the initial $1K deposit, the Treasury estimates the account could grow to $13,800 in 18 years.

Child care costs are highest in these states, study finds

The steep cost of child care in America is weighing on parents all over the country, but those in these particular states were found to feel the pinch the most.

These are the best cities to raise a family in 2025, study finds

A new study has listed the best cities for raising a family based on metrics including cost of housing, quality of local schools and opportunities for fun.

These are the worst cities for families, report says

A new study ranked the 50 largest U.S. metros for families, based on factors including household incomes, poverty rates and child care costs.

'She just lit up': Baby born deaf hears parents for 1st time after cochlear implants

A Massachusetts couple is celebrating after their 10-month-old daughter, Charlie, who was born deaf due to Usher syndrome, heard for the first time thanks to cochlear implants.

These baby names are at risk of going extinct in 2025

BabyCenter's new report shows a large decline in certain names. The list includes royal names, along with ‘80s and ‘90s names.

Firefighters from Arizona fire department welcomed 19 babies in 2024

This is a story that will melt your heart. Nineteen Chandler Firefighters welcomed new additions to their families last year.

TikTok video inspires Bay Area woman to become surrogate

Leanna Ortega was scrolling on TikTok one night on her phone when she came across a video of a woman who was eight months pregnant talking about her journey.

Minnesota woman celebrates turning 105 years old
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Florence Dunlevy celebrated turning 105 years old and reflected on the life she's lived over the past century. FOX 9 photojournalist Scott Wise captured the sights and sounds of the festivities.

Most expensive US cities to raise kids in 2024 revealed

On average, a household with one child experiences a 40% increase in annual living costs, while having two children raises costs by a substantial 70%, the study found.