child

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Knowing what I know now, if I went back in time to childhood, I’d figure out a way to get my parents to see a couples therapist and not rely on a child to mediate.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

As the child of Holocaust survivors, “I was kind of the American dream accident baby,” he said Thursday.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

In its role as the EU's digital watchdog, the Commission has already conducted intense investigations into major social media platforms, using the Digital Services act, aimed at enforcing stricter child safety rules.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

Another 10 years of growth at that level, and the account would grow to $1.9 million when the child reaches age 28.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

Father could never bear a house without children, and whenever he heard of a child in need of a home a new face would appear at the table.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom