The risk of dying prematurely more than doubles for single fathers compared to single mothers or paired-up dads, according to a study of Canadian families published Thursday. “Our research highlights that single fathers have higher mortality, and demonstrates the need for public health policies to help identify and support these men,” said lead author Maria …

That old cliché about every woman turning into her mother might not be so ridiculous after all because science says your mum directly influences many of the things that make you, you – from your intelligence to your behaviour in romantic relationships. While genetics are undoubtedly a highly complex matter, numerous studies have suggested that …

Serena Williams’ daughter is already a little caped crusader. The tennis star shared a sweet video of her little bundle of joy, Alexis Olympia Ohania Jr, five months, wearing a superhero costume on Thursday. The 36-year-old shared footage of her daughter wearing a top with the word ‘supergirl’ emblazoned on the front on Snapchat. The …

Being a parent brings a lot of unexpected joys you never would have anticipated in your prechild life: the pride you feel when your child reaches a milestone, the overwhelming love you experience when your kids bond with your own parents, and the satisfaction you’ll encounter when you successfully complete any task with a baby …

These are not your mother’s tips for navigating #NewbornLyfe Holy moly, being a new parent is tough. In addition to that brand-new life you just created — which you now have to keep alive — you’re contending with no sleep, hormones that make you cry and possibly a partner who may or may not have …