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Life

California is the first state to mandate the COVID vaccine for all students

Governor Gavin Newsom issued the mandate for students in both public AND private school.

Life

YouTube is finally banning videos that spread vaccine misinformation

The platform has already scrubbed over a million videos that go against their content guidelines regarding vaccines.

Life

Head of major teacher’s union supports COVID vaccine mandate

Randi Weingarten, president of the American Federation of Teachers, says it's "not a new thing" to have immunizations in schools.

Life

AAP: All students should wear masks in schools—whether  vaccinated or not

The AAP says the best way to ensure in-person learning all year is by having kids wear masks.

Health & Wellness

Here’s everything we know about COVID-19 and kids

We'll continue to keep this updated as new guidelines emerge.

Children's Health

It’s science: Is it safe to go to Disneyland?

The happiest place on Earth opens to out-of-state visitors today, June 15th. But what does that mean for families with unvaccinated children?

Children's Health

What the Surgeon General + CDC want you to know about vaccinating your kids against COVID-19

Top health officials say now more than ever, it's important to vaccinate kids twelve and up against COVID.

Health & Wellness

I’m vaccinated—but waiting to go “back to normal” until my kids are, too

As much as we want to stop social distancing, I'm waiting for a safe COVID-19 vaccine for kids.

Life

We talked to the U.S. Secretary of Education—here’s his vision for next school year

In an exclusive interview with Motherly, Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona discussed the safe reopening of schools, the importance of listening to parents and the possibility of using schools as vaccination sites.

Life

Kids now make up 22% of new COVID-19 cases in America

Experts say the vaccination of adults and the loosening of restrictions on school activities are to blame.

Children's Health

Baby Shark and more shows are touring in-person this summer–but is it safe for unvaccinated kids?

Baby Shark Live, Jojo Siwa, Kidz Bop Live and more are all touring live this summer—many performances are at indoor venues.

Health & Wellness

COVID vaccine testing for pregnant people and children could start in January

And pregnant people may not need to wait to start getting the vaccine.