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Did your parents ever slap you as a kid? The American Academy of Pediatrics has concluded that the practice of spanking children as a form of discipline is both harmful and unproductive. However, some parents continue to stand by it. One of those parents is Kelly Clarkson, who recently defended her choice in a radio interview. Kelly admitted that she “is …

For many years, people have been getting tattoos and body piercings. Some people decide they want a tattoo as a way to remember a deceased family member, friend, or pet, while others view tattoos as works of art that look good on the body. But when it comes to body modification with tattoos and piercings, no one even comes close …

We are all born special and undeniably attractive in our own particular manner. The fact that no two people are precisely alike is one of the most breathtakingly wonderful aspects of being human. As time goes on, we’re getting much better as a species at understanding and embracing our diversity. Asher and Winry are two gorgeous children being raised by …

I have the utmost respect for those who demonstrate that age is just a number. It warms my heart to watch elderly folks defying the stereotype that age matters, whether they are mountain climbers, cyclists, or computer gamers. You might not be surprised to learn that this woman has been referred to as “the world’s most beautiful grandmother” for years …

There is so much joy and excitement around the birth of a new baby, but it can also be stressful. One mother was worried that her kid would be exposed to third-hand smoke because her mother-in-law smoked frequently. Although her mother-in-law refused to smoke around her child, smoke would still get on her clothes and hair, which is why the …

Once upon a time, on a bustling Main Street in Port Chester, New York, a recently discharged army veteran named Carl Bennett and his wife Dorothy had a vision. As the music of the 1950s danced in the air, they poured $8,000 of their hard-earned savings into a little second-floor store selling an array of toys, housewares, luggage, and gifts. …

Kayla Unbehaun, abducted by her mother six years ago at age nine, has been located in North Carolina due to her appearance on a Netflix show. Recognized by a store owner, she was found safe. Her mother, Heather Unbehaun, was arrested for child abduction. The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children had sought Kayla’s return for years. Kayla’s father …

Parents often only want to have one child at a time, but Becki-Jo Allen, 23, was surprised when her doctors told her she was expecting triplets. She gave birth to three sons, which came as yet another surprise to her. It happened unexpectedly and is not very frequent. When Allens revealed to their daughter Indiana that she would have three …

People who take acid reflux medications called proton pump inhibitors for four-and-a-half years or more may have a higher risk of dementia compared to people who do not take these medications, according to new research published in the August 9, 2023, online issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. This study does not prove that acid reflux drugs …