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Congress Should Approach Trump's IVF Funding Proposal With Caution | Opinio
Public funding for IVF will not rescue our nation's declining fertility rate or inoculate Republicans against political complexities.
Single mom-of-two struggling to even take a shower, her sister has a plan
Melasadies Worrell wanted to help her sister, who doesn't get much time to herself, as much as possible.
Tween sisters reveal ambitious plan to remodel home—parents are less sure
To their dad and stepdad's surprise, the girls from England also have plans to knock through a wall to execute their plan.
Woman's dad offers to help paint house-can't cope with his behavior on job
"He's just a hard worker who needs his snacks and naps," Emily Huynh told Newsweek.
Mom worries 11-month-old isn't responding to her name, then has realization
Mom Kelly told Newsweek: "We just thought she was ignoring us, and noticed that when we say Alexa she keeps looking at us—so I thought I'd test it!"
Son's best friend visits mom every week, but there's a heartbreaking twist
"He spent countless hours here with his best friend, and probably... it's the place he feels closest to my son," Erika Hernandez told Newsweek.
Woman checks how baby's bedtime going, shock at what she sees husband doing
Sam Antenucci asked one thing of her husband when he put their son to bed. She quickly discovered he had ignored it.
Man in interracial marriage claps back at comments he receives online daily
"I use [my] platform—and my privilege as a white man—to show people how hair-pullingly stupid these comments are," Kolter Bouchard told Newsweek.
Millennial woman undecided on children—taken aback by internet's response
Jess Bolton, 32, believes it's essential to have honest conversations about parenthood before stepping into it.
Millennial mom's response to 9-year-old being "isolated" at party praised
The mom's decision to leave a party after daughter, 9, was isolated has sparked praise for prioritizing her wellbeing.
Single Gen Z woman shows how boomer dad has set the bar high
Olivia Reynolds, 23, told Newsweek that her dad goes above and beyond for her—making dating more difficult.
Why working woman has never felt more disconnected from stay-at-home moms
Going back to work after having a baby was never in doubt for Victoria Morse, 32, but she understands why so many parents feel "guilty" as a result.
Mom boards flight with newborn baby, backfires in worst possible way
Parents Mark and Sarah Penewit were faced with an "out of this world" code brown situation mid takeoff.
Man buys used car-then finds note from previous owner in glove box
"Together, we have driven all over," the note read.
Woman realizes parents were right about teen choices: "Regret"
Jaycee told Newsweek: "I do think frontal lobe development is a real thing. I am 23 now and regret over half of my tattoos."
Woman not prepared for photos husband took after her C-section
"We were just making each other laugh in light of everything with our baby," Rinley Blackmon told Newsweek.
Repairman's 3-word comment to mom leaves her "crying"
Jenna Smiley was "embarrassed" at failing to do one thing before the repairman's arrival, but said that she is glad she didn't.
Meghan Markle sharing last name with kids is 'meaningful' - experts say
The former actress officially became Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, when she married Prince Harry.
Reason dad refuses to hand over inheritance to daughter cheered
"She seeks a renegotiation of past terms driven by entitlement rather than principles of fairness," an expert told Newsweek.
Hysterics as dad convinces five kids to contribute to his hobby
TikTok users loved the sight of so many willing little assistants lending their father a helping hand.
Pediatrician's precautions at home after witnessing "enough tragedies"
Dr. Niky's work has seen her witness some of the most heart-breaking yet avoidable childhood injuries.
Tears at what woman thought her parents' names were as a child
She was in for an awakening when she learned what those words actually meant.
Public emergency warning issued as childhood obesity rates set to skyrocket
The findings highlight "monumental societal failures" in the fight against obesity, said population health researcher Jessica Kerr.
Celebrity News
Jenna Bush Hager shares family planning update on 'Today'
Jenna Bush Hager shared an update on her plans for growing her family on 'Today.'
Celebrity News
Rachel Zoe issues serious warning after son hospitalized for e-bike crash
Rachel Zoe spent a stressful weekend in the emergency room ahead of the Oscars Sunday night.
Fury at contractors' refusal to increase pay range for experienced workers
The wording of a job ad matters more than many employers realize, a human resources expert told Newsweek.
Couple's "married but separate" sleep setup sparks praise
Rabeeh Moudallal explained to viewers how it's their "survival strategy."
Mom-to-be gets text hour before baby gender reveal, then everything changes
Alex Lese had been planning "something small" to celebrate the confirmation of her third child's gender—until six words changed everything.
Reason "most wholesome" dad organizes family Zoom call melts hearts
Eliza Kanner, 29, told Newsweek that Geoffrey cherishes being with his family and appreciates the small moments.
Couple starts family with twins—then comes the surprise
Already parents to twin boys, Mandi and Daniel Oldani dreamed of adding a daughter to the mix.
