Empowering Parents: Inspiring Stories for Your Journey - Page 5
May 19, 2026 - 19:36
Mellody Hobson Recalls George Lucas’ Parenting Advice When They Had Daughter EverestInvestor and businesswoman Mellody Hobson recently opened up about the parenting wisdom she received from her husband, filmmaker George Lucas, before they welcomed their daughter Everest in 2013....
May 19, 2026 - 13:49
Cardi B shared a relatable parenting moment after spending the day at son Wave’s baseball gameCardi B is keeping it real about the ups and downs of motherhood. The rapper took to social media to open up about a very relatable parenting moment after spending the entire day at her son Wave`s...
May 18, 2026 - 22:49
Pete Davidson’s Ex Elsie Hewitt Says She’s Solo Parenting Their DaughterElsie Hewitt, the former partner of comedian Pete Davidson, has spoken publicly about navigating parenthood as a single mother. The model and actress revealed that she is currently solo parenting...
May 18, 2026 - 06:00
“I don’t want her to feel like she only has to date one person. " Kiara Advani's modern take on dating, parenting and freedomParenting, for many public figures, becomes a language of private truths once the spotlight fades. In a recent podcast with Raj Shamani, Kiara Advani opened up about motherhood not through grand...
May 17, 2026 - 23:06
Elsie Hewitt Says She's 'Exhausted' From Single Parenting After Pete Davidson SplitModel and actress Elsie Hewitt is getting real about the toll of raising a child on her own. In a candid new TikTok video, Hewitt described herself as `exhausted` from the demands of single...
May 17, 2026 - 16:35
Shefali Shah on parenting sons in the age of alpha male culture: 'Our daughters will be safe if our sons are raised right'Shefali Shah has offered a refreshingly grounded perspective on raising boys in a world loud with debates around alpha male culture and traditional gender roles. The actress shared the one simple...
May 16, 2026 - 18:53
As a child, I fell for the ‘evil stepmother’ myth. Then life handed me a plot twistI grew up believing in the fairy tale. The wicked stepmother, the jealous interloper, the woman who could never love a child as her own. That story was so deeply embedded in my childhood that I...
May 16, 2026 - 00:07
Harsh Parenting Biologically Distorts Child Stress RegulationA new study using heart monitors has provided biological evidence that harsh parenting physically disrupts a child`s ability to regulate stress. Researchers found that when parents use yelling,...
May 15, 2026 - 08:24
I’m an autism parent — and this NJ tragedy is my worst nightmareA recent tragedy in New Jersey has sent shockwaves through the autism community, stirring a familiar but profound dread in parents like me. A young man with autism, who had wandered away from his...
May 14, 2026 - 21:57
Should You Pay Your Kid For Good Grades?For years parents have asked the question: should you pay your kid for good grades? The right answer is different for every family; even experts can`t agree. Some parents swear by the strategy,...
May 14, 2026 - 14:27
HauerTo: Prepare for Summer Parenting Before the Kids Are Home Full-Time | Q101.9Summer break is less than a month away, and for many parents, that countdown brings a mix of excitement and mild panic. The shift from school-year routines to full-time chaos can hit hard if you...
May 13, 2026 - 17:25
Parenting kids the Japanese wayIn her upcoming book, Raising American Kids the Japanese Way, author Lisa Katayama explores how merging the laid-back vibe of California living with time-honored Japanese traditions can transform...
May 13, 2026 - 00:11
When parents used postal service to mail children: The bizarre practice and why did it stopIn an age of next-day delivery and drone drops, it is easy to complain about the speed of modern shipping. But a century ago, the United States Postal Service offered a service that makes today`s...
May 12, 2026 - 11:36
‘Treated him as an adult’: Why R Madhavan started talking to his son about contraception, boundaries from a young age; expert on age-appropriate conversationsActor R Madhavan recently opened up about his parenting approach, revealing that he started discussing contraception and personal boundaries with his son at a very young age. He explained that he...
May 11, 2026 - 19:20
Commentary: At 250, America needs civic parenting, not just civics classesFrom the founding, Americans understood that a republic depends on the character and judgment of its citizens. In the years after the Revolution, that insight took shape in what later generations...
May 11, 2026 - 01:40
Why I Keep Telling My Daughter She's Pretty, Despite What Parenting Experts AdviseWriter Shannon Colleary is well aware that modern parenting experts warn against focusing on a child`s appearance. They say praise should center on effort, kindness, and intelligence, not looks....
May 10, 2026 - 08:46
Quote of the day by P.J. O’Rourke: 'You know your children are growing up when they stop asking you whereP.J. O`Rourke, the late American satirist and political commentator, had a sharp eye for the absurdities of everyday life. But he also had a knack for capturing quiet, universal truths. One of his...
May 9, 2026 - 20:53
Joseph Fiennes on parenting, politics and banning children from social media: ‘Stand up, Keir, this is your kids’ generation’Actor Joseph Fiennes has never been one to shy away from a strong opinion, and in a recent interview, he turned his focus to the intersection of parenting, politics, and the digital world. The...
May 9, 2026 - 08:57
Why Kailyn Lowry Felt “Villainized” for Years Amid Co-Parenting DramaTeen Mom alum Kailyn Lowry says she spent years feeling painted as the bad guy in her own life. The reality star, who is set to launch her live podcast tour `Fatherless Behavior` on June 17, opened...
May 8, 2026 - 20:13
Mental Health Awareness Month: Mothers say ‘mental load’ of parenting is leading to burnoutWith Mother`s Day just around the corner, a growing number of women are breaking their silence about the hidden weight of motherhood. They are calling it the `mental load` -- the endless to-do list...
May 8, 2026 - 05:08
The Rise of Parenting as a Financial PortfolioIn an era defined by hustle culture and relentless optimization, raising children has quietly transformed into something resembling a high-stakes investment strategy. Parents today are not just...
May 7, 2026 - 23:28
The Evolution of the Mom Friend Group: How to Build Your Parenting Community in a Digital-First WorldThe concept of the `mom friend group` has shifted dramatically from the neighborhood coffee klatch to a complex mix of group chats, Facebook pods, and playground meetups. Parenting experts note...
May 7, 2026 - 06:34
Prince Harry Has This "Really Important" Parenting Rule as His Son Prince Archie Turns 7Prince Harry and Meghan Markle`s eldest child, Prince Archie, celebrated his seventh birthday this week. As the Duke of Sussex reflects on fatherhood, he has shared what he calls a `really...
May 6, 2026 - 21:20
STC initiative increases focus, impact for parenting student populationSouth Texas College recently welcomed the Urban Institute to its Pecan Campus for a panel discussion and tour, marking the start of a new effort called the Data-to-Action initiative. The program...
May 6, 2026 - 00:59
Jill Kargman Talks ‘Influenced,’ Matt Damon, Parenting, MoreNew York Times bestselling author and actor Jill Kargman stopped by TODAY to chat with Jenna Bush Hager and Sheinelle Jones about her latest project, the new movie `Influenced.` Kargman both wrote...
May 5, 2026 - 05:16
At 250, America Needs Civic Parenting, Not Just Civics ClassesThe problem is not that young people lack knowledge about how government works. Many can name the three branches and recite the Bill of Rights. What is missing is something harder to teach: a sense...
May 4, 2026 - 22:43
Imran Khan opens up about co-parenting daughter Imara with ex-wife Avantika Malik: 'I did not view it as my duty... it’s my privilege'Bollywood actor Imran Khan opened up about his experience of co-parenting his daughter Imara with former wife Avantika Malik during a recent appearance on Parineeti Chopra`s podcast `Mom Talks.`...
May 4, 2026 - 03:42
The Parenting ParadoxBecoming a parent is often sold as the ultimate source of fulfillment, a guaranteed path to deeper joy and purpose. But the reality, as many new mothers and fathers quietly discover, is far more...
May 3, 2026 - 00:05
The truck rolled away, but kids? This father’s reaction is a great lesson in handling children’s mistakesA viral story about a father`s reaction after his child accidentally let a truck roll away is sparking conversations about how parents handle their children`s errors. In a child`s memory, it is not...
May 2, 2026 - 12:14
Jerry O’Connell under fire after revealing teenage daughters vape, family fights get 'physical'Actor Jerry O`Connell is facing criticism after opening up about his teenage daughters` behavior, revealing that they vape and party while attending high school in Los Angeles. During a recent...