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Bad habits mean millions of teens risk eye infections, CDC says

Most teens and young adults who wear contact lenses have at least one bad habit that raises their...

Our relatives survived the Holocaust. How do we tell kids about Charlottesville?

After discussing the Charlottesville news coverage with her son, Stacey Steinberg called her...

Watch this meteorologist's speech after a viewer called her maternity wear 'disgusting'

When a viewer called this meteorologist's maternity wear "disgusting," she wasn't about to sit...

Marijuana 'ended up killing' our son: Heartbroken parents explain

Michael Ziobro was just 22 when he died. His family believes marijuana is to blame.

10 must-have gadgets to kick off a stress-free school year

From an alarm clock with simulated sunlight to a backpack that converts to a crossbody purse,...

Pink takes ‘mom break’ while traveling to pump breast milk

In addition to being a busy singer-songwriter, Pink is also one very busy mama!

Schools face decision on how to keep kids safe during solar eclipse

School districts decide how to keep kids safe during the upcoming total solar eclipse — a teachable...

'Wait Until 8th' movement asks parents not to give young kids smartphones

As debate swirls across the internet about social media and its effect on teenagers, one Austin...

The touching story behind this 7-year-old social media star's hilarious videos

Katie Ryan, mom of social media star Ava Ryan, opens up about how her funny daughter helped her...

The best back-to-school gear and supplies for every age group

Americans will spend approximately 83 billion dollars on back to school hear and supplies this...

Funny because it’s true: The best of Cat and Nat’s #MomTruth videos

When Cat and Nat share their hilarious "Mom Truths" videos on the TODAY Parenting Team, mothers...

Kim Kardashian: Kanye and I are 'definitely trying' for a 3rd child

The reality star confirmed that she and her rapper hubby are trying for another baby.

Mom success: I'm shooting for 80/20

Here is what I'm learning in the gritty, day-in-and-day-out grind of raising real human beings:...

What social media and the selfie generation did to my teenage daughter

We don't give this generation enough credit. These are good kids doing their best to navigate...

After heart surgery, 3 girls with Down syndrome share 1st birthday cake smash

Harper, Mae and Catherine all underwent major heart surgeries at the same hospital during their...

New Father Chronicles: Tea time with a 2-year-old

When the TODAY Parenting Team's La Guardia Cross attempts to enjoy a proper tea party with his...

‘You are loved’: A mother’s note of gratitude to her newly adopted teen

"I know adoption isn't all beauty... but son, it's a journey that you will never again have to...

Is this shirt inappropriate? Students 'baffled' by school's dress code rules

Students at Dickson County High School are protesting their school's enforcement of its dress...

In funny parody, moms lament the annoyance of multi-level marketing pitches

The comedians in the parody say it's not home-based businesses they're mocking — it's the incessant...

See the sweet message Candace Cameron Bure wrote for her daughter's 19th birthday

The "Fuller House" star posted a photo of Natasha (they look exactly alike!) and an inspiring...

School supplies are expensive. Here's where to get the best deals.

Find out where to shop for the best deals on affordable back-to-school supplies for fall.

Celine Dion is one happy hockey mom! See superstar singer cheer at son's big game

In the video, she's out of her seat, dancing, clapping and celebrating the chance to see her...

Back-to-school bliss: 5 funny moms celebrate the end of summer in photos

Moms from around the country are celebrating with hilarious back to school photos that show the...

3 key ways to help kids with back-to-school anxiety at any age

If your child is dreading the first day of school, here's how to handle it at any age.

From kindergarten to college — this freshman is marking a milestone in the sweetest way

The teen posted a tweet showing photos of him and his dad on the first day of kindergarten —...

Make school meals cool again with these 14 amazing lunch boxes

As another school year kicks off, TODAY Parents rounds up 14 amazing lunch boxes your child will...

Why raising 'colorblind' kids is actually a terrible idea

"By doing the whole, 'We're all the same,' thing, you're dismissing what a black kid, or any...

To the mom struggling to hold it together

I don't see you because you don't let it show. Like me, you wear a brave mask. You smile to hide...

How to keep a child with food allergies safe at school

Back-to-school time means extra worry for parents whose children have food allergies.

Serena Williams isn't slowing down: 'This pregnancy has given me a new power'

Life is about to change in a big way for Serena Williams, as she and fiance Alexis Ohanian prepare...

Genius parents sell coffee in school drop-off line

How one North Carolina family is revolutionizing the school drop-off line, one cup of coffee...

Go to the head of the class with these school-year organizing tips

Try these tips and tricks for getting and staying organized throughout the new school year. ...

Mom gets real about what breastfeeding looks like: 'I cannot hide the struggle'

Angela Burzo shared "the emotional and painful struggle" of feeding her daughter, born last month,...

Why teens are purposely wearing silly outfits for the first day of school

Teens are leaving their first day outfits in the hands of friends and strangers. Find out why!...

Save time and please picky eaters with 6 kid-friendly snack hacks

Try these 6 easy, healthy and mess-free snack hacks that will satisfy hungry kids fast.

Chrissy Teigen on postpartum depression: 'You can't imagine being happy again'

In a moving speech at Sunday's Beautycon Festival, Chrissy Teigen proved to be as much a role...

'Please, renounce the hate': Father's heartbroken plea to white supremacist son

"I taught all of my children that all men and women are created equal... Evidently Peter has...

Awkward School Pictures

Just in time for back to school, the folks behind Awkward Family Photos are back with a new gallery...

From birthing room to bride: Couple marries at the hospital hours after baby is born

The bride-to-be was hospitalized after her water broke and had a surprise wedding crasher — her...

Aw! See Thomas Rhett's daughter Willa Gray greet her newborn sister with a kiss

Thomas Rhett Akins and wife Lauren just welcomed a girl to their family — for the second time...

This 4-year-old assures his scared sister all is OK at drive-thru car wash

"See; it's not so scary," the boy tells his 1-year-old crying sister.

8 back-to-school outfit ideas for kids of all ages

It's time to head back to the classroom in style with these affordable outfit ideas for boys...