Stiller’s documentary about his parents, comedy duo Jerry Stiller and Anne Meara, is a tender reflection on marriage and what it costs to keep smiling in the entertainment business Ben Stiller has created a sweet, affectionate,...
The NHS warns against using GLP-1s while breastfeeding – for the baby’s sake as well as the mother’s. But how much does that count when they’re so readily available and there’s so much pressure to ‘bounce back’? Lydia* first started...
Bonuses for families have done nothing to fix a baby bust caused by post-communist Europe’s relationships crisis In 2015, I found myself advising Poland’s president on the nation’s demographic woes: the country’s fertility rate had...
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Ministers say a parent’s right to see their child no longer trumps a child’s right to safety. Now we need a public inquiry into years of needless suffering Today marks a groundbreaking legal change that offers hope for children and...
Soho theatre, London These deftly sprung riffs on extended family and motherhood gain in power when mayhem offsets the tightly controlled set The last time I saw Janine Harouni perform she was eight months pregnant and delivering a show...
Most parents aren’t able to eat like a wellness influencer when we’re chasing tiny humans who refuse to get dressed Sharing the Load is a column about parenting children of all ages 7.30am: I eat a crust of toast and half a strawberry....
A hitchhiker’s guide to slang | Wassup | Royal formerly known as Prince | Trump tactics | Men practising pilates | Lowering blood pressure I trust that the young people saying “six-seven” ( Pass notes, 20 October ) realise that the...
There are so many vital questions to ask these four young men who became fathers in their teens and early 20s. Joe Swash asks none of them I grew up surrounded by children having children. My all-girls school was known locally as “the...
The arrival of AI is a chance to remind kids that the joy of creativity is not in what you made, but in the process of making it Somewhere in the middle of the last school holidays, as I was attempting to work from home, the kids came...
A major collaboration between UC San Diego and 23andMe identified genes that shape cannabis use behaviors. The study linked the CADM2 and GRM3 genes to cannabis use and connected these patterns to more than 100 traits across mental and...
Grave shortcomings in the care offered to mothers and babies are well documented. But it is not clear that the right lessons have been learned The startling rise in the cost to the NHS in England of medical negligence cases, and a sharp...
You are entitled to a relationship. Just make sure your son knows he won’t be loved any less and your girlfriend won’t replace his mother I am a 44-year-old man, with a seven-year-old son. His mother and I are divorced, and I moved...
Unsportsmanlike conduct in grassroots football and on the sidelines at school events is on the rise. How can parents support their child in the right way? Pushy and shouty parents are the “biggest problem in sports performance”, sports...
Measures come amid concern generative AI characters are having inappropriate conversations with under-18s Parents will be able to block their children’s interactions with Meta’s AI character chatbots, as the tech company addresses...
NHS figures show number of mothers sustaining third- or fourth-degree perineal tear has increased by 16% since 2020 Pregnant women in England are at growing risk of suffering a serious injury while giving birth, NHS figures reveal. The...
Men want to be active, engaged parents, but many are being torn apart by the competing demands of family and work Can men really have it all? It’s a ridiculous question, obviously; a loaded assumption that women spent years clambering...
There could be so many different reasons behind this choice, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith . Maybe what you really mean is you feel hurt to be left out Read more Leading questions My brother and sister-in-law have a new...
Watching my daughter’s strong sense of self has forced me to reflect on my own adolescence through the wildly misogynistic early 2000s “Now there’s a girl who’s comfortable in her own skin,” my father-in-law said about my daughter, his...
We are raiding the Guardian long read archives to bring you some classic pieces from years past, with new introductions from the authors. This week, from 2022: I assumed I would be part of the first generation to have full agency over my...
Lise Sobéron’s Wondermum app has name and graphics allegedly similar to DC’s Wonder Woman, lawyers claim A French woman is involved in the mother of all battles with DC Comics for naming her family advice app Wondermum . Lise Sobéron...
Education secretary warns against misleading claims online during launch of ‘Best Start in Life’ campaign Parents who turn to TikTok influencers and Instagram gurus for advice on everything from potty training to childhood vaccination...
Researchers have discovered that ADHD’s hallmark mind wandering might actually boost creativity. People who deliberately let their thoughts drift scored higher on creative tests in two large studies. The findings hint that mindful...
New research shows that poor sleep could make the brain appear years older than it really is. Using MRI scans and machine learning, scientists found a clear link between unhealthy sleep patterns and accelerated brain aging.
New studies show that a bacterial molecule, peptidoglycan, is present in the brain and fluctuates with sleep patterns. This challenges the idea that sleep is solely brain-driven, instead suggesting it’s a collaborative process between...
A sweeping review from NYU Langone Health reveals that everyday exposure to plastics—especially during childhood—poses lasting risks for heart disease, infertility, asthma, and even brain development issues. These chemicals, found in...
Preschoolers with ADHD are often given medication right after diagnosis, against medical guidelines that recommend starting with behavioral therapy. Limited access to therapy and physician pressures drive early prescribing, despite risks...
Chronic insomnia may do more than leave you groggy, it could speed up brain aging. A large Mayo Clinic study found that people with long-term sleep troubles were 40% more likely to develop dementia or cognitive impairment, with brain...
UC Berkeley researchers mapped the brain circuits that control growth hormone during sleep, uncovering a feedback system where sleep fuels hormone release, and the hormone regulates wakefulness. The discovery helps explain links between...
Getting a smartphone before age 13 may drastically increase the risk of poor mental health later in life, according to data from more than 100,000 people. Early use is linked to suicidal thoughts, aggression, and detachment, largely...
A long-term study following insomnia patients treated with cannabis-based medical products revealed sustained improvements in sleep quality, mood, and pain management over 18 months. Most participants reported better rest and less...
Using cannabis to self-medicate comes with hidden dangers—new research shows these users face higher paranoia and consume more THC. Childhood trauma further amplifies the risks, especially emotional abuse, which strongly predicts paranoia.
A large-scale review finds that acetaminophen use during pregnancy may increase the risk of autism and ADHD in children. The strongest studies showed the clearest links, pointing to biological pathways like oxidative stress and hormone...
UC Berkeley scientists found oxytocin is key for quickly forming strong friendships, but less critical for mate bonds. In prairie voles, a lack of oxytocin receptors delayed bonding and reduced partner selectivity, changing how the brain...
Scientists at Princeton and the Simons Foundation have identified four biologically distinct subtypes of autism, using data from over 5,000 children and a powerful new computational method. These subtypes—each with unique traits,...
A massive global survey has revealed that people with eating disorders often turn to cannabis and psychedelics like magic mushrooms and LSD to ease their symptoms, rating them more effective than traditional medications. Surprisingly,...
Yoga, Tai Chi, walking, and jogging may be some of the best natural remedies for improving sleep and tackling insomnia, according to a large analysis comparing various treatments. While cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) remains...
Premature menopause isn t just a hormonal issue it s a deeply emotional one for many women. A new study reveals that almost 30% experience depression, and it s not just about hormone loss but also grief, identity, and support systems.
Struggling to sleep might be the hidden reason why adults with ADHD traits often feel less satisfied with life. New research reveals a strong link between insomnia and reduced well-being in people with ADHD symptoms, suggesting a vicious...
What if your brain is the reason some pain feels unbearable? Scientists at the Salk Institute have discovered a hidden brain circuit that gives pain its emotional punch—essentially transforming ordinary discomfort into lasting misery....
Researchers testing urine from 2- to 4-year-olds in four U.S. states uncovered 96 different chemicals, many of them unmonitored and linked to hormone and brain disruption. Legacy toxins like triclosan are slowly declining, yet...
Over a thousand students revealed a striking link between lactose intolerance and nightmare-filled nights, hinting that midnight stomach turmoil from dairy can invade dreams. Researchers suggest simple diet tweaks especially ditching...
Our brains may work best when teetering on the edge of chaos. A new theory suggests that criticality a sweet spot between order and randomness is the secret to learning, memory, and adaptability. When brains drift from this state,...
With $860K in Navy funding, MSU psychologists are developing tools to spot people who can handle complex tasks under pressure. The key? Mastering "placekeeping" staying focused and accurate even when sleep-deprived or interrupted.
A team at Kobe University has created a game-changing resource for autism research: 63 mouse embryonic stem cell lines, each carrying a genetic mutation strongly associated with the disorder. By pairing classic stem cell manipulation...
Teens might finally have a good reason to sleep in on weekends within limits. A new study reveals that teenagers who get up to two extra hours of sleep on weekends show fewer anxiety symptoms than those who don t. But go beyond that...
The effects of artificial intelligence on adolescents are nuanced and complex, according to a new report that calls on developers to prioritize features that protect young people from exploitation, manipulation and the erosion of...
Singing to your infant can significantly boost the baby's mood, according to a recent study. Around the world and across cultures, singing to babies seems to come instinctively to caregivers. Now, new findings support that singing is an...