Original Publication: The Harvard Gazette On a recent afternoon, the Gazette sat down with Ronald Ferguson, an MIT-trained economist who has been teaching public policy for more than three decades at Harvard Kennedy School (HKS), to talk about the new book he...
For many families, the holidays are about getting together with relatives and friends. As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, children younger than 5 years old are not yet eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine. Even though children ages 5-11 years can get vaccinated, it...
Original publication: U.S. News Planning for birthdays and holidays requires open conversation and compromise. Single parents who come together and create a blended family typically do so with their eyes wide open. Each parent has experienced emotional loss,...
Surrogacy is an opportunity as a surrogate to give the gift of parenthood, and it hopefully allows prospective parents who could otherwise not have children to complete their family. When considering surrogacy, most people tend to have many questions regarding how the...
There are lots of people who kept journals as kids, which they used to pour all their thoughts and feelings into. You may have even had journals or diaries that had a lock and key, so you could lock them up and be sure that no one could read what you'd written....
Holiday traditions are important for families and children. There are several ways to enjoy holiday traditions and protect your health. Because many generations tend to gather to celebrate holidays, the best way to minimize COVID-19 risk and keep your family and...
Every child deserves to be part of a loving family, and establishing a secure legal relationship known as parentage between parents and their children is critical to the well-being of all families. This provides stability and security for children and allows parents...
From September 15 to October 15, the U.S. celebrates the cultures and contributions of Americans who identify as Hispanic or Latinx. National Hispanic Heritage Month is a great time to teach kids about the histories and traditions behind these cultures, try new...
Hurricanes don’t only affect people living along the coast. They can cause damage hundreds of miles from the shore. Learn how to be prepared. Make a Plan Hurricane season starts on May 15 in the north Pacific and June 1 in the Atlantic and the Caribbean. It...
There are more reasons why grandparents and their grandchildren are inseparable. Children adore the attention and care that grandpas and grandmas provide while the latter are receiving huge bumps of serotonin and stress relief whenever the youngsters are around. Today...
Staying safe during the covid-19 pandemic is even harder during the summer. While most countries are reopening their doors to travelers, people should be aware of the pros and cons of engaging in such activities. To make ensure your family stays safe, you should take...
Foster parenting can be incredibly rewarding, but it can also be stressful. If you already have children at home, you have probably worried about how bringing a foster child into the mix will disrupt your home. Any new child, whether biological or foster, will create...