July 24, 2025

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Celebrity Couples Model Marriage and Parenthood Balance

Philadelphia Phillies infielder Bryson Stott and former One Tree Hill star Chad Michael Murray offer a behind-the-scenes look at balancing marriage, careers and young families.

Bryson Stott, married to personal trainer Dru White since May 2023, recently welcomed a son and daughter in less than two years.

Chad Michael Murray and actress Sarah Roemer, married in 2014, mark a decade together as parents to three children.

Their shared approach—committing to weekly date nights, clear role sharing and privacy around family life—echoes relationship-science findings that consistent rituals and balanced responsibilities drive long-term satisfaction.

Parents Embrace ‘Soul-Tired’ Sick Days to Prioritize Kids’ Well-Being

Small-town parents are challenging old-school toughness by giving children ‘soul-tired’ days off to focus on emotional health. Fueled by a recent local tragedy and their own struggles with anxiety, families now call in kids for blanket-fort building, Netflix binges and extra whipped-cream-topped pancakes.

According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, recognizing mental fatigue can boost long-term resilience and reduce anxiety, while child psychiatrists say modeling self-care strengthens family bonds. As the stigma around therapy fades, this generation of moms and dads is proving that sometimes the strongest move is to simply rest.

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Mentorship Programs Propel Foster Teens Toward College Success

New York City’s Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) is stepping up support for foster teens through its Fair Futures initiative, which pairs youth with dedicated coaches from middle school through age 26. With over 4,300 participants and 500 staff across 35 programs, Fair Futures offers tutoring, life-skills training, financial literacy workshops and help securing student aid.\n\n• College Choice covers up to $15,000 in tuition, plus room, board and a $60/day stipend for essentials.\n• Mentors like Gisele Doucet guide students—19-year-old Jamal Johnson credits her for his success at SUNY Morrisville in video game design.\n\nACS Commissioner Jess Dannhauser says the goal is to “stick with students through college and beyond,” ensuring foster youth achieve their educational goals.

Finn’s Fighters Expands Mental Health Support for Pediatric Cancer Families

Finn’s Fighters, the Tampa-based nonprofit founded by Christen Gray after her son Finn died from cancer in 2020, has teamed up with Ellie Mental Health to streamline free counseling for families facing a pediatric cancer diagnosis. Any therapy not covered by insurance—including sessions for patients, parents and siblings—is paid by Finn’s Fighters.

Licensed clinical social worker Katie Planchard, Regional Director at Ellie Mental Health, says the partnership fills critical gaps: “From diagnosis through treatment and, if needed, bereavement, our combined services help families navigate each difficult step.” No family should face pediatric cancer alone.

Teen Cuts Ties After Parents Skip Graduation to Spoil Younger Daughter

An 18-year-old adopted daughter has cut off her parents after they missed her high-school graduation to buy a rare $350 Labubu doll for their biological daughter. Posting on Reddit’s “AITA” forum, she wrote that years of perceived favoritism—Princess, now 10, got lavish gifts and undivided attention—culminated when her parents arrived so late her classmates were tossing their caps.

Experts warn that sibling favoritism erodes trust and fuels resentment. Family therapist Dr. Amanda Lively notes, “When children feel consistently second-best, they learn to withdraw for self-protection.” The teen’s refusal to forgive, even after apologies and extra money, underscores how broken trust can drive lasting estrangement.

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