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Biden officials still trying to get better baby formula supply data as shortages continue
The Biden administration is still seeking a full picture of ongoing problems with infant formula supply — more than four months after a key plant…
What rights do US children have? None.
In 1989, the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) brought together world leaders to recognize that childhood is “a special, protected…
10-year-old Florida girl accused of fatally shooting woman who was in fight with her mother
A 10-year-old girl who fatally shot a woman who was in a fight with her mother could be charged with murder, authorities in Florida said…
Florida mom charged with manslaughter after 2-year-old son shoots dad in back
A Florida mother was charged in the death of her husband after their 2-year-old son appeared to fatally shoot him in the back, authorities said…
‘This is Us’ explored the difficulties parents of disabled children face. There’s also hope.
I’ve been a “This Is Us” fan since the show’s beginning and have watched this final season with all the bittersweet feelings of knowing that…
Gun in 8-year-old’s backpack goes off at Chicago school, mom charged
A Chicago mother has been charged with child endangerment after a gun in her second grader’s backpack accidentally discharged at school, injuring a 7-year-old. Source: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/gun-8-year-olds-backpack-goes-chicago-school-mom-charged-rcna29766…
Mother sues TikTok after daughter dies following ‘Blackout Challenge’
The mother of a 10-year-old girl alleged to have died after taking part in a viral social media challenge has launched a wrongful death lawsuit…
Two Pennsylvania boys die after mom allegedly shoots them in their heads
A Philadelphia-area woman accused of shooting her two children in their heads was charged with murder Monday after the boys died, authorities said. Source: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/two-pennsylvania-boys-die-mom-allegedly-shoots-heads-rcna28043…
CVS, Walgreens limit formula purchases amid supply shortages
As it confronts ongoing supply shortages of baby formula, CVS said Friday it would now limit how much product customers can purchase at its pharmacies….
10 of the Best Crops to Grow With Children
With gardening season upon us, every green thumb must ask themselves: What should I plant this year? And if you’re planning to involve children in…
Florida school district ending policy of excusing absences during pandemic
A Florida county public school district said it will no longer provide excused absences to students who are kept at home during increases in COVID-19…
FDA authorizes Covid boosters for teens 12-15
The Food and Drug Administration authorized Covid-19 booster shots Monday for adolescents ages 12-15, marking the latest step by the U.S. government to green-light more…
Illinois Senate votes to repeal parental notification for minors’ abortions
The Illinois state Senate voted on Tuesday to repeal a law that requires a parent or guardian to be notified before a minor receives an…
White House tells states to prepare plans to vaccinate kids in coming weeks
The White House coronavirus task force on Tuesday urged state leaders to be ready to begin rolling out COVID-19 vaccination efforts for kids as early…
Study: Over 142,000 children had caregivers die during COVID pandemic
More than 142,000 children in the U.S. under the age of 18 had a primary caregiver die during the coronavirus pandemic, a new study shows….
‘The Buck Stops With Mark’: Facebook Whistleblower Says Zuckerberg Responsible for System Harming Kids
Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen stepped out of the shadows Sunday after months of working secretly with lawyers, journalists and lawmakers to build a case against…
School bus driver shortage causes districts to pay parents to drive their own children
School bus driver shortages are causing schools to take extreme measures, including paying parents stipends to drive their kids to campus for the year.EastSide Charter…
5-year-old fatally shoots 3-year-old in Minnesota, officials say
The Cass County Sheriff’s Office has not disclosed the relationship between the victim and the suspected shooter. Source: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/5-year-old-fatally-shoots-3-year-old-minnesota-officials-n1276828 Droolin’ Dog sniffed out this story…
Google Is Adding Features to Make YouTube Safer for Kids to Browse
Just one week after Instagram announced new settings intended to make it harder for weird creeps to peruse its platform, Google said that it was…
Long COVID proves extremely challenging for children and teens
Exposing young folks to COVID could really end up screwing them long-term. Aside from, what we hope to be, shorter-term symptoms of brain fog or…
Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine update has good news for parents of young kids
Pfizer has published its Q2 2021 financial report, which includes some tidbits about how ongoing efforts are expected to play out in the near future….
Child tax credit checks could come as a surprise to some
The Biden administration is preparing to send money to millions of Americans — including to some who may not want it. Its plan to have…
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