Family

Nancy Guthrie’s abduction highlights shared anguish between US, Israel - opinion

On Feb. 1, 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, Savannah Guthrie’s mother, was abducted from her home in the early morning hours.

A rock left by supporters reads "please pray, bring her home" at the home of Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of U.S. journalist and television host Savannah Guthrie, who went missing from her home in Tucson, US February 9, 2026.
Red anemones from Shokeda Forest.

South in the Heart returns: Where to explore, eat, and see stunning blooms

European apples and kiwis offer Israeli families a fun, healthy, and tasty way to enjoy more fruit in everyday meals.

Fun, healthy ways for Israeli families to enjoy European apples and kiwis

 IDF soldiers operate in Deir el-Balah, Gaza Strip, May 8, 2025.

'Time with Dad' program launched to assist reservists reintegrating with families after IDF service


Protecting freedom in love: Why prenups matter in Jewish marriages - opinion

I call on every couple standing at the threshold of a new and exciting chapter in their lives: Do not hesitate to sign an agreement to prevent get refusal.

 Wedding (Illustrative).

Galilion Hotel introduces ‘Summer Camp’ program to beckon families back to North

The Summer Camp will present a spectrum of summer activities for all ages. Children will embark on an imaginative global journey, including off-site visits to attractions in northern Israel.

THE GALILION Hotel’s ‘Summer Camp.

Nechama Grief Counseling: Performing a needed service for grieving Israelis - in English

Nechama Grief Counseling’s Ruth Edel says counselors perform a much-needed service – especially now.

 NECHAMA GRIEF Counselor training session.

Activists denounce Ayala Ben-Gvir's comments that she feels like 'a reservist's wife'

Activist group Brothers in Arms wrote on social media: "What is Ayala Ben-Gvir afraid of? That Itamar's cholent will arrive at the wrong temperature?"

 Itamar Ben-Gvir and his wife, Ayala

Ronen Bar to bereaved father: No desire to continue as Shin Bet chief, family is harassed - N12

In a recording, Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar says he has no desire to stay and faces harassment against his family.

 Ronen Bar, the head of Shin Bet, attends a ceremony marking Memorial Day for fallen soldiers of Israel's wars and victims of attacks, at Jerusalem's Mount Herzl military cemetery, May 13, 2024

Disconnect to reconnect: Helping kids find balance between screens and real life

By fostering awareness, setting boundaries, and emphasizing the value of authentic relationships, parents can help their children navigate the digital world responsibly.

 A child is seen using a smartphone.

Looking back on 30 years: Remembering Alisa Flatow, beloved daughter - opinion

Because Alisa was in the Land of Israel, studying the religion of Israel, and among the people of Israel when the end came, she was in the right place. 

 ALISA FLATOW washes chicken for Shabbat, in Israel, 1995.

Should the IDF open a sperm bank for Israeli soldiers?

Dr. Bella Savitsky is now advocating for a sperm bank to be operated by the IDF, which young men could choose to contribute to when they join the army.

 Yonatan Savitsky in the IDF, before his death on October 7, 2023.

The tragedy of the firstborn: Inherent legal, societal burdens of the eldest child - explainer

The tragedy for the firstborn is that he is left with the anomalous status that puts on him sometimes vast societal and psychological expectations, but has equal legal status with the rest.

 ‘The Tenth Plague: Killing the Firstborn Son,’ from a collection by Joseph Mallord and William Turner.

More families with young children making aliyah, Sofer tells 'Post'

Aliyah and Integration Minister Ofir Sofer said that the new reforms make the acclimation process easier for young families and professionals.

 ALIYAH AND INTEGRATION Minister Ofir Sofer welcomes immigrants from France at Ben-Gurion Airport in August. The writer asks: Isn’t it time to welcome immigrants the way we would embrace a long-lost friend who has finally come home?