If Roe v. Wade is overturned, as many as 26 states are expected to ban or restrict access to abortion, creating “abortion islands” in states where access is protected. Here’s how healthcare providers ...

If you're considering growing your family via adoption, you'll want to be as prepared as possible for what can be a complex and time-consuming (and often expensive) process. Experts share their top ...

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the ...

When LGBTQ+ people tell me they want to adopt, I always start with the same response: “Tell me what you mean by that.” Not to challenge them, but to make it clear that adoption isn’t one path. There ...

Starting a family is a big deal — and it's a lot more expensive than you think. As the world struggles with a possible recession, you might be wondering if now is a good time to have a baby. And, if ...