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After a child care worker is detained by ICE, a community is left reeling
Nicolle Orozco Forero is one of the thousands of immigrant women who provide child care for American children, and one of the few who cares for children with disabilities. Now she and her seriously ill son are in ICE custody.
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The child tax credit is changing. Here’s what it means for your family.
The credit rises to $2,200, but its new requirements will shut out an estimated 2.7 million American children.
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In new lawsuit, pregnant doctor says RFK Jr.’s vaccine policy puts her at risk
"Jane Doe” and medical organizations are suing Kennedy over his directive to no longer recommend COVID-19 vaccines to pregnant people and children.
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The state of American men is — not so good
A new report reveals men are struggling with isolation, economic pressure and toxic online influences. But redefining masculinity and valuing men as caregivers could point the way forward.
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Paying more for child care than your mortgage? You’re not alone.
The average cost of child care for a baby exceeds in-state college tuition in 41 states. For families with two kids in child care, it’s more than a mortgage or rent in most states.
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Nowhere in the world to run: The international law ripping children from their mothers
The Hague Abduction Convention was meant to reunite mothers and children. Instead, it's often used by allegedly abusive fathers to tear them apart.
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LGBTQ+ families don’t always feel safe. Here’s where they can find support.
The 19th explains the legal rights around child care, fertility treatment and other protections along with resources for queer parents and their families.
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Head Start is turning 60. The federal child care program may not make it to 61.
Providers operating on ‘razor-thin margins’ worry about the possibility of deep cuts from the Trump administration.
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Senators renew push for paid leave tax credit, but experts say it doesn’t reach most workers
They say state plans have been more effective at allowing employees to take paid time off to care for a new child or a sick family member.
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Senators asked RFK Jr. the vaccine questions American moms want answers to
The 19th spoke to medical experts about what Kennedy can and can’t do around vaccines if confirmed to lead the Department of Health and Human Services.