Kristen Louelle Gaffney, SI model and 'MAHA' mom, launches kids soft snack brand as healthy alternative
Sports Illustrated model Kristen Louelle Gaffney founded her own kids healthy snack brand Super True, of which she is also the CEO. The brand launched with two snack bar flavors.
Stew Leonard Jr. advocates for water safety for kids after losing son in drowning incident
Stew Leonard Jr., CEO of the grocery chain, lost his son in a drowning incident in 1989, which inspired him to open a swim school in Norwalk, Connecticut, to protect other kids.
Mattel releases 'Blind Barbie' doll, plus 'Black Barbie doll with Down syndrome'
Two new Barbie dolls with disabilities were announced on July 23, the first-ever blind Barbie doll and the second Barbie doll with Down syndrome, Mattel said in a press release
7-Eleven celebrates 'Slurpee Day' with free beverages and charity drive
July 11 is 7-Eleven's 97th birthday, and the Texas-based chain is celebrating with a free small Slurpee beverage for all customers with no purchase necessary.
Tri Delta sorority raises $100M for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital through small-dollar fundraising
The Tri Delta sorority raised $100 million for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital as Mindy Tucker, interim CEO, shared how sorority women across the U.S. made it possible.
Apple took three years to fix bug allowing kids to visit X-rated sites: Report
The software bug allowed children to bypass parental controls and view porn, violent images and illicit drugs, according to the WSJ report.
Popular organic kids' snacks found to contain high levels of lead: Consumer Reports
Consumer Reports conducted a study on kids' snacks like Serenity Kids and LesserEvil puffs and discovered the presence of elevated levels of lead.
With Flovent inhaler off the market, some parents face challenges in getting generics for kids with asthma
After Flovent, one of the most popular inhalers for treating childhood asthma, was discontinued in January, some parents are reporting challenges in obtaining the generic versions of the medication.
Social media is a breeding ground for predators, child sexual exploitation and human trafficking, expert says
Children with a tablet and access to the internet has led to the proliferation of grooming and sexual exploitation of America's minors, expert says.
Parents warned to be on the lookout for woke toys, consumer expert declares
One expert said oftentimes the LGBTQ rebrand of classic brands and children's toys are actually making the market "less inclusive."
New York man launches bourbon brand in honor of toddler daughter who suffered a stroke
New York father names his spirit company Fat Baby Bourbon after he was inspired by his miracle baby, who suffered a stroke at two days old — and has made a remarkable comeback.
Doctors say AI is a 'game-changer' for number 1 killer of Americans
The Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, is using AI to screen for heart problems, in hopes of saving lives in light of recent shortages of cardiologists.
At least 22 toddlers made sick by fruit pouches with lead concerns, FDA and CDC say
The FDA and CDC said at least 22 children between ages 1-3 were reported to have elevated blood lead levels after consuming recalled cinnamon applesauce fruit pouch products.
Fruit pouch recall expands over lead concerns: What parents should know
The FDA is expanding its probe of possible lead contamination amid recalls of Schnucks, Weis and WanaBana fruit puree pouches marketed to toddlers and young children.
Recalled: Water bead product that killed one infant and injured another
Buffalo Games recalled its "Chuckle & Roar Ultimate Water Beads Activity Kits" on Thursday, September 14, after the death of an infant who accidentally swallowed a water bead.
Schumer calls on FDA to investigate Logan Paul’s energy drink
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer sent a letter to the Food and Drug Administration to urge the regulator to look into Prime energy drinks and their caffeine content.
Agency urges Meta to remove pillows linked to 10 infant deaths from Facebook Marketplace
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission urged consumers to immediately stop using Boppy newborn loungers. The agency also pressured Facebook to block sales on Facebook Marketplace.
Texas mom builds sensory play kits in kitchen after daughter's diagnosis, sees 330% growth: 'Sky is the limit'
A Houston, Texas, mom has built a sensory play empire after her daughter struggled with Childhood Apraxia of Speech. The brand, Young Wild & Friedman, continues to grow.
FTC probing Abbott, other baby-formula makers for collusion
Regulators are reportedly investigating whether the companies that produce baby-formula colluded on bids for lucrative state contracts.
US surgeon general issues major advisory warning social media feeding 'national youth mental health crisis'
U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy issued a major advisory warning of the "profound risk" of social media platforms like Instagram on young people.