Zaila Avant-Garde – 2021 Scripps National Spelling Bee Champ – Stands Where Black Children Were Once Kept Out | Shalini Shankar

When Zaila Avant-garde, 14, won the 2021 Scripps National Spelling Bee on July 8, 2021, she became the first Black American to win.

How The New, Expanded Federal Child Tax Credit Will Work

The most ambitious part of the pandemic stimulus package signed by President Joe Biden earlier this year is about to hit bank accounts.

Lifting Louisiana's Economy Starts With Helping Children | Neva Butkus

The Annie E. Casey Foundation, as it does every year around this time, recently delivered some bad news about Louisiana's children.

Louisiana Law Requires You To Buckle Up — Unless You're A Child On A School Bus | Tammy C. Barney

A 7-30 vote in the Louisiana Senate this month killed HB 130, which would have required new school buses to be installed with seat belts.

A ‘Bill Of Rights' For Louisiana's Foster Children Moves Closer To Passage

Alliyah Zeren, now an adult, entered the foster care system in Louisiana at 13-years-old “due to abuse and neglect.

FDA Green Lights Pfizer Vaccine For Kids 12-15, With CDC Still To Act

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Monday signed off on expanding the use of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine to children ages 12 to 15.

White House Leans On Louisiana To Reopen Schools

Vice President Pence, head of White House Coronavirus Task Force, visits Baton Rouge

5 Ways Families Can Avoid Overspending This Summer — And Beyond

Summer spending doesn't have to break the bank! Here are a few ways to cut back while still having some big fun all year.

Helpful Pregnancy Advice That Moms-To-Be Should Embrace

If you're pregnant, don't stress— a new book explains just what to do while making your baby, from healthy diets to the checklist you need.

Tidying Up: How To Declutter Our Lives As Parents

It's common to feel suffocated by all of our material objects. Luckily, there are some ways to simplify our lives as parents and people.

7 Expert Tips On Managing Your Picky Little Eaters

Every parent wants to crack the code on their picky eaters — without having to force-feed them. Here are some techniques that will help.

Traveling With A Toddler: Pro Tips And Avoidable Fails

Planning a getaway with a toddler? It might not be as sunny as you hoped, if you're not prepared. Here are some tips to remember!

7 Signs You Might Be Over-Parenting

A recent book suggests that over-parenting your child could be doing more harm than good — but how do you know when you're guilty of it?

What Is A Lawnmower Parent — And Are You One?

You've heard of the helicopter parent, but there’s a new term sweeping the playgrounds. Are you guilty of it?

6 Ways To Balance Parenthood And A Successful Career

With a little creative thinking, courage, and planning, you can find a modern-day workflow that actually works for you and your family.