Child Safety & Tech Regulation: California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a sweeping package limiting addictive social media features for kids under 16, tightening rules for AI chatbots, and requiring risk assessments before rollout—plus new school tech opt-out options. Reproductive Rights: Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin filed a lawsuit in Dane County challenging Wisconsin’s abortion restrictions, including a 24-hour waiting period and limits on who can provide care. Early Literacy: Maine schools are not consistently using evidence-based reading instruction, with a new report pointing to gaps tied to the “science of reading” approach. Parenting Costs: Childcare affordability is pushing millions toward financial instability, with many parents cutting hours or leaving work entirely. Parenting in Practice: A psychology piece argues playdates aren’t just “busy time”—they help kids practice sharing, communication, and handling small conflicts. Community Support: Project Self-Sufficiency is hosting a free Baby Beginnings Fair for new parents with prenatal/postpartum dental info and early-childhood resources. Foster Care & Adoption: A judge cleared a path for a 1-year-old girl to be reunited with her mother, underscoring ongoing court-driven family reunification efforts. Education & Screen Time: Schools and policymakers continue to debate how to protect children online as tech access grows.