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New study finds no connection between Tylenol and autism

By Mckenna Saady November 14, 2025

A new study has concluded that there is no clear link between acetaminophen (brand name, Tylenol) use during pregnancy and the risk of a baby developing autism spectrum disorder. The study was conducted in response to claims by the Trump administration that taking Tylenol during pregnancy can cause babies to develop autism. The claim sparked

Naughty or nice: A parent’s guide to smart toys this holiday

By ParentsTogether Foundation November 14, 2025

Parents and grandparents need to know that not all toys on the shelves this holiday season are safe for kids. This year, newer tech companies are marketing risky AI-powered toys to children as young as 3, and giants like Meta are pushing new products with major safety issues onto teens. It’s supposed to be the

5 games to help kids learn the true meaning of gratitude

By ParentsTogether Foundation November 13, 2025

“Thank your aunt for the gift!” “What do you say when I hand you the thing you asked for…?” As parents, we often remind our kids to say thank you, but all too often those words aren’t connected with the feeling of gratitude. It may seem obvious to adults, but we have to teach kids

4 Thanksgiving meal deals to save families money this holiday season

By Mckenna Saady November 12, 2025

As grocery costs continue to climb, many families are also dealing with the added uncertainty of whether or not SNAP benefits will be paid this month.⁠ With Thanksgiving approaching, and the holiday shopping season following right behind, families are looking for ways to provide all of the holiday magic without the hefty price tag.⁠ This

5 unique ways to celebrate Veterans Day with kids of all ages

By ParentsTogether Foundation November 10, 2025

Veterans Day is an important opportunity to express our gratitude and teach our kids about the contributions and sacrifices U.S. veterans have made! There may be parades, volunteer opportunities, or other in-person ways to honor veterans in your local area. But if the weather, your schedule, or other circumstances don't allow that—or if you just

No one was helping Black transgender youth. So these parents stepped in.

By Brandon Tensley, Capital B November 7, 2025

This story was originally reported by Brandon Tensley, Capital B of The 19th. Meet Brandon and read more of their reporting on gender, politics and policy. Editor’s note: Due to the sensitive nature of this discussion, Capital B has chosen not to use last names to protect the families’ safety. WASHINGTON — Milissa’s parents initially didn’t embrace

Who really uses SNAP? The answer might surprise you

By ParentsTogether Foundation November 4, 2025

November SNAP benefits, or the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, once known as food stamps, will be reduced for the month of November due to the ongoing government shutdown, and the Trump administration’s controversial interpretation of the intended use of a contingency fund that could prop up the program in the meantime. The average SNAP benefit