Most popular baby names for 2023 released: Welcome “Mateo"
The new Social Security Administration's top baby names list also includes the hottest new names, with "Izael" and "Chozen" among the biggest movers for boys and "Kaeli" and "Alitzel" jumping up the list for girls.
The new Social Security Administration's top baby names list also includes the hottest new names, with "Izael" and "Chozen" among the biggest movers for boys and "Kaeli" and "Alitzel" jumping up the list for girls.
Screen time for kids and teens: AAP updates guidelines for parents
The American Academy of Pediatrics has updated its screen time guidelines for children and teenagers with new age-based handouts.
The American Academy of Pediatrics has updated its screen time guidelines for children and teenagers with new age-based handouts.
Living close to mom is a major consideration for Americans buying a home
The location of a homebuyer's mom is playing a crucial role in purchasing decisions, according to a new study from Realtor.com.
The location of a homebuyer's mom is playing a crucial role in purchasing decisions, according to a new study from Realtor.com.
Child care now costs more than a mortgage, study finds
Here's the cities that have the most expensive child care and mortgage costs based on a family's household income, according to Zillow.
Here's the cities that have the most expensive child care and mortgage costs based on a family's household income, according to Zillow.
Here’s how much it costs to raise a child in 2024: 'Far more expensive than expected’
A new survey shows that raising kids can be costly – but just how expensive is it? Here’s what you need to know.
A new survey shows that raising kids can be costly – but just how expensive is it? Here’s what you need to know.
Chicago hotel highlights retiring security guard's artistic talent during celebration
A celebration was held Friday at the Palmer House Hilton Hotel marking the retirement of a long-time security guard.
A celebration was held Friday at the Palmer House Hilton Hotel marking the retirement of a long-time security guard.
Chicago hotel highlights retiring security guard's artistic talent during celebration
A celebration was held Friday at Chicago's Palmer House Hilton Hotel marking the retirement of a long-time security guard.
A celebration was held Friday at Chicago's Palmer House Hilton Hotel marking the retirement of a long-time security guard.
These bird-themed baby names are rising in popularity
Cameron Diaz and her husband Benji Madden announced the birth of their son Cardinal last month.
Cameron Diaz and her husband Benji Madden announced the birth of their son Cardinal last month.
Georgia woman calls for separate waiting rooms for patients experiencing pregnancy loss
In a now-viral TikTok video, India Batson opened up after experiencing back-to-back pregnancy losses.
In a now-viral TikTok video, India Batson opened up after experiencing back-to-back pregnancy losses.
These baby names inspired by spring season are rising in popularity
These baby girl and boy names are symbolic of the spring season. Here’s the list.
These baby girl and boy names are symbolic of the spring season. Here’s the list.
Best toys for unplugged family fun
If you're looking for some fun family activities that require you to unplug, senior editor of the Toy Insider James Zahn has the toys and games for you.
If you're looking for some fun family activities that require you to unplug, senior editor of the Toy Insider James Zahn has the toys and games for you.
PHOTOS: Families across Chicagoland welcome Leap Day babies
Many families across Chicagoland won't soon forget Leap Day this year after welcoming their new arrivals.
Many families across Chicagoland won't soon forget Leap Day this year after welcoming their new arrivals.
Top baby names linked to billionaire success: study
Could these baby names make your child a billionaire? A new study shows which baby names may influence a child’s future success.
Could these baby names make your child a billionaire? A new study shows which baby names may influence a child’s future success.
Kentucky miracle baby defies odds, celebrates 1st birthday amid rare disease battle
Harmony Mullins, a baby from Kentucky diagnosed with a rare peroxisomal disorder, defied odds by celebrating her first birthday in February.
Harmony Mullins, a baby from Kentucky diagnosed with a rare peroxisomal disorder, defied odds by celebrating her first birthday in February.
Most popular baby names in North America revealed: study
Using Google Trends data, a new study revealed the most popular baby names in the U.S.
Using Google Trends data, a new study revealed the most popular baby names in the U.S.
Behind the tantrum: New book helps parents deal with challenging child behavior
Child and family therapist Meri Wallace talks about her new book, "The Secret World of Children," and dishes out advice for parents looking to better understand their offspring.
Child and family therapist Meri Wallace talks about her new book, "The Secret World of Children," and dishes out advice for parents looking to better understand their offspring.
Valentine's Day surprise: Man scores $1M lottery win from mom's gift
Matthew Broadley from Tyngsborough, Massachusetts, scored a massive $1 million jackpot thanks to a Valentine's Day gift from his mother.
Matthew Broadley from Tyngsborough, Massachusetts, scored a massive $1 million jackpot thanks to a Valentine's Day gift from his mother.
Baby born without eyes, diagnosed with rare genetic disorder
Robert and Taylor Ice of Missouri struggled for a year to get pregnant.
Robert and Taylor Ice of Missouri struggled for a year to get pregnant.
Grandma's double delight: Two daughters, two grandkids, and one memorable journey in Chicago
Nothing was going to stop a first-time grandmother-to-be from being there for her daughters and her new grandkids. All of it was planned out, but what happened turned out better than she expected.
Nothing was going to stop a first-time grandmother-to-be from being there for her daughters and her new grandkids. All of it was planned out, but what happened turned out better than she expected.
Pritzker promotes childcare expansion plan in Rockford visit
Governor JB Pritzker visited two childcare facilities in Rockford on Tuesday, highlighting efforts to expand childcare access in Illinois.
Governor JB Pritzker visited two childcare facilities in Rockford on Tuesday, highlighting efforts to expand childcare access in Illinois.