Your father might not have been comfortable talking about his feelings, but these days, more men, and particularly new fathers, are fessing up to being sad dads. Postpartum depression — a severe and long-lasting mood disorder affecting new parents — is self-reported in approximately 12% to 16% of US women,…

There’s nothing like a mother’s love —widely considered primal, unconditional, selfless, even automatic. But what’s less understood and often underappreciated are the changes, sacrifices, demands, and commitment expected of new moms. After the excitement of the baby shower and a newborn’s arrival fades, ongoing support, empathy, and self-love are crucial…

On Saturday, March 29, 2025, we will experience a partial solar eclipse in the fire-forward, progress-at-all-costs sign of Aries. A solar eclipse happens when the moon passes between the sun and the Earth, casting a shadow on our planet that either totally or partially blocks the sun’s light. A solar…

Rep. Jasmine Crockett called Texas Gov. Greg Abbott “Hot Wheels,” and this baseball team’s ballpark offers a monster sandwich called “The Slugger.” Can you get the details in this week’s News Quiz?Looking for more? A mysterious foam sickened beachgoers. Do you remember why? Find out in our previous week’s News Quiz.Test…

The sun is dimming, and the world keeps spinning. When is the solar eclipse? On Saturday, March 29, 2025, we’ll all be under the blotting influence of a partial solar eclipse in Aries. Per NASA, the eclipse will be visible in sections of North America, Europe, Africa, northern Asia, small…

You gave birth. Hooray! Now onto the next worry: breastfeeding. To help new moms, Paula J. Norcott, International Board of Lactation Consultant and co-founder of Maine Mother in Brunswick, Maine, recently partnered with breast pump company BabyBuddha to become its first “pumpologist,” where she’ll assist women with breastfeeding challenges. As…

DEAR ABBY: My 38-year-old daughter attempted suicide a week ago. She had been living with her fiance, and they shared an apartment and had two cats. My wife and I brought her home from the hospital, and she’s staying with us.  Her fiance’s and his family’s reactions have been horrible.…

A good Samaritan helped dish out a surprising amount of dough to an 81-year-old waitress who revealed she was too poor to retire. Lifestyle influencer Tamie Konzier and her son posted a public call for help on her TikTok account after observing that Betty, a server at an Eat’N Park…

They don’t stay little forever. To capture those early days, it’s nice to leave it to a professional. Or, at least get insights from one. For a first moments snap of your newborn, Bella Baby Photography offers a complimentary in-hospital session to families throughout the New York City area, with…

If you think you’re doomed for sleep deprivation, spousal bickering and poverty once your precious arrival is here, well, you could be. Or, you could follow the hard-earned wisdom of tri-state parents to make the transition to parenthood a little — or a lot — easier. Riding it out Stephanie…