Ashley Austrew
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Omaha, NE, United States
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TikTok mom makes moving in with friends to form a 'mommune' look like heaven
A single mom on TikTok is going viral after sharing what it's like to raise your family while living in a 'mommune'. → Read More
Skip toxic diet talk this holiday season for our kids' sake
Diet talk is normalized this time of year, but it's time to think about how it's impacting our kids. → Read More
Getting a flu shot may decrease Alzheimer's risk for older adults, study finds
A growing body of research from UT Health suggests getting a yearly flu shot may also help protect aging adults from Alzheimer's disease. → Read More
Outspoken TikTok grandma calls out grandparents who disrespect parents' boundaries
A popular grandma on TikTok is calling out other grandparents who ignore parents' rules when they babysit their grandkids. → Read More
Melatonin poisoning in kids is on the rise, CDC warns
Poison control centers across the U.S. are seeing a major spike in the number of kids getting poisoned by over-the-counter melatonin supplements. → Read More
Swimsuit color matters when it comes to kids and water safety
Shopping for new swimsuits for kids? These are the best colors to buy for pool and water safety. → Read More
FDA authorizes COVID booster shot for kids 5-11: What to know
Kids ages 5-11 are now eligible for a booster dose of the COVID vaccine. Here's the latest information from the CDC and the FDA. → Read More
COVID vaccines for kids under 5 may soon be approved: What parents need to know
There's finally a timeline to approve vaccines for young kids. Here's what parents can expect in the months ahead. → Read More
Partner not carrying their load? This dad's Twitter thread is the wake-up call they need
A dad on Twitter explains what really makes the mental load so exhausting, and what parents can do about it. → Read More
Flying with kids just got more complicated as travel mask mandate is lifted
Parents express worry about flying with children under 5 after a federal judge struck down transportation mask mandate. → Read More
Viral tweet asks: Why are moms always the default parent?
A busy working mom is fed up with being the only one her son's day care calls, and other parents can relate. → Read More
Funny vasectomy parties and announcements help couples celebrate their family's choice
Complete with vasectomy cakes, photo shoots, banners and yard signs, couples are openly announcing (and celebrating!) the decision that their family is complete. → Read More
COVID vaccine for kids under 5 delayed: What happens now?
Here’s what we know about the delay for a vaccine for younger kids, what progress to expect this spring and how people are reacting to the news. → Read More
Mom issues urgent warning after stray hair around her baby’s toe lands him in the ER
This mom is urging parents and caregivers to be vigilant after her son ended up in the hospital with Hair Tourniquet Syndrome. → Read More
Mom cuts off visits with grandma because of secret fast food meals
This mom's choice to limit visits with a grandparent who offers too much junk food has sparked a major debate. → Read More
COVID vaccines have no impact on fertility, according to new study
Recent study finds no link between the COVID vaccines and infertility issues. → Read More
Stressed out moms met on a field to scream, which basically sums up life right now
After two years of pandemic parenting, a group of moms met up to scream out their COVID rage. → Read More
Schools are struggling to stay open as COVID cases are higher than ever
Schools face an uphill battle keeping classrooms open amid a growing surge in COVID-19 cases, and parents are feeling the strain. → Read More
Us Parents Are Among The Most Burned Out In The Whole World, Study Finds
It’s no secret that many parents are feeling burned out. Between the demands of work, school and home life, moms and dads can never seem to catch a break, but a new 42-country study suggests that parental burnout could be driven by more than just the demands of the daily ... → Read More
9-Year-Old Boy Steps Up As ‘honorary Doula’ For His Mom’s Labor And Delivery
For Ohio mom and doula Hollie Lau, giving birth to her third child was a family experience. Lau welcomed her daughter, Robin, in 2019, with the help of her 7-year-old son Hank and her 9-year-old son Charlie. Charlie’s natural instincts in the delivery room were so strong, they even led ... → Read More