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Health-Care Costs Now Worry Women More Than Illness: Nearly Half Delay or Skip Care Because They Can’t Afford It

For millions of women across the United States, the biggest health concern is no longer a diagnosis or medical condition. Instead, it is the price tag attached to staying healthy. Rising deductibles, higher prescription costs, and increasing out-of-pocket expenses are forcing many women to postpone routine checkups, delay treatment, or…

Budget and the Bees · Jun 30

7 Retirement Moves Families Should Make Before a Parent Leaves Work in 2026

Retirement is one of the biggest transitions a family will experience, and preparing before a parent leaves work in 2026 can make that change far less stressful. While many people focus on savings alone, retirement planning for families also involves healthcare, legal documents, income timing, and open communication. Taking action…

Budget and the Bees · Jun 30

Trump Account Questions Parents Should Answer Before Opening One

Parents have a new long-term savings option to consider with the rollout of the federal Trump Account program. Children under 18 may be eligible to open one of these tax-deferred investment accounts, while qualifying children born between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2028, can receive a one-time $1,000 federal…

Budget and the Bees · Jun 29

Georgia Bank Freeze Rules Families Should Know Before July 1

As Georgia’s new banking protections take effect on July 1, many families are hearing headlines about banks being able to “freeze accounts,” but the reality is far more specific. The new law is designed to help protect older adults and disabled adults from financial exploitation, not to give banks unlimited…

Budget and the Bees · Jun 27

Gen-X and Boomer Women Are Missing Critical Checkups: 3 in 4 Haven’t Seen a Gynecologist, and Most Don’t Know Alzheimer’s Hits Women Hardest

More than three in four women ages 55 to 75 haven’t seen a gynecologist in the past year, according to a new Cleveland Clinic report, even though menopause can affect everything from heart and bone health to brain function. The same survey found that only 19% of women knew women…

Budget and the Bees · Jun 26

From Deepfake Voice Cons to Bank Imposters — 6 Grifts Women Need to Know About

Artificial intelligence is making scams faster, cheaper, and far more convincing. For the first time, the FBI’s annual Internet Crime Report tracked AI-related fraud separately, recording more than 22,000 complaints and nearly $900 million in reported losses in 2025 alone. Meanwhile, overall cybercrime losses climbed to a record $20.9 billion,…

Budget and the Bees · Jun 26

1 in 5 New Moms Experience Postpartum Mental Health Disorders—Why So Many Still Go Untreated

Maternal mental health conditions are now recognized as the most common complication of pregnancy and childbirth, affecting an estimated 800,000 U.S. families every year. Yet despite their prevalence, experts say most women who need care never receive it, leaving many to struggle through one of the most vulnerable periods of…

Budget and the Bees · Jun 25

New California Law Requires Fashion Brands to Collect and Recycle Clothing — How the Textile Recovery Act Could Affect Your Wardrobe

Since 1960, textile waste generated in the United States has increased nearly tenfold, highlighting how dramatically clothing consumption has changed over the past several decades.

Budget and the Bees · Jun 25

TripAdvisor’s 2026 Best-of-the-Best Destinations List Crowns Bali, Rome, Marrakech & Bangkok — Ideal for a Summer “Eat, Pray, Love” Escape

TripAdvisor’s 2026 Best Destinations has travelers dreaming bigger this summer, especially with Bali, Rome, Marrakech, and Bangkok standing out as unforgettable escapes. The annual Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Destinations rankings are based on reviews and ratings collected over 12 months, making them a useful snapshot of where travelers…

Budget and the Bees · Jun 24

Women Now Make Up 47% of U.S. Workers — But Childcare Costs Eat 8–19% of Family Income and 16¢ Wage Gap Remains

Women now account for roughly 47% of the U.S. workforce, reflecting decades of progress in education, employment, and career opportunities. Yet many working families continue to face financial pressures that make staying employed more challenging than ever. Rising childcare expenses and persistent wage disparities are creating difficult decisions for parents,…

Budget and the Bees · Jun 24