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Just in, parenting ain't easy. America's doctor has issued an official warning

stating that parents have reached disproportionate levels of stress and loneliness.

New data shows 48% of parents are completely overwhelmed,

compared to 26% of their bluey-free counterparts.

Two-thirds of those cite financial hardship.

Surgeon General Murphy has suggestions to lighten mom and dad's load,

boosted child tax credits, paid family and medical leave,

and investments in community supports like libraries.

There's rare agreement among White House hopefuls on the issue.

Former President Trump and VP Harris both have history supporting

paid parental leave and both campaigns agree the current $2,000 child tax

credit set to expire at the end of the year, needs re-upping.

Emphasis on the upping.

VP Harris suggests 3,600 per child,

6,000 for newborns.

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