Parents
This spring, I moved back in with my parents. Again.The first time was early in the pandemic, when my daughter was a newborn and the world felt like a terrifying science experiment. We had been living in Brooklyn, and when the hospital barred partners from delivery rooms, we started calling…
Your parents’ basement might be looking pretty good these days.In 2023, around 40% of younger Americans lived with their parents. Living with mom and dad is a popular safety net for Gen Zers who face steep housing costs, expensive higher education, and a shaky job market.”If you have the luxury of…
At just 21, Coco Gauff secured her second Grand Slam title by winning the French Open on Saturday. But the Gen Z tennis star knows that it wouldn’t have been possible without her mom or dad.During a post-match press conference, Gauff spoke about how her parents’ unwavering support helped set…
This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Sabel Bezet. It has been edited for length and clarity.When I was growing up, my parents were focused on building their business. They overcame bankruptcy when I was young and went on to found a debt settlement company that’s now valued…
Michelle Obama doesn’t believe in coddling kids.During Wednesday’s episode of her and her brother’s “IMO” podcast, which featured guests Damon and Marlon Wayans, the former First Lady spoke about her experience raising her kids.Obama said that even though she was strict with her daughters, she felt it was important for…
Parenting, especially in a neurodiverse family, can be all-consuming. A few times a month, my husband and I each take a full night off. No dinner prep, no bedtime routines, no negotiating who’s handling bath time or the last-minute “I need water!” requests. One of us is completely off duty…
