A San Antonio couple married for more than 36 years has opened their home to children in need, adopting six kids over the years — most recently two sisters whose long road through the foster care system tested the entire family.
Krystina Pacheco, 32, of Pleasanton, lost her hands and feet after going into septic shock after childbirth in 2022. Since then, she’s been on a mission to help people, recently earning a national award for her work.
The latest Pickup Lines segment features KSAT meteorologist Sarah Spivey, who has worked at KSAT since 2017.
Students say social media platforms help them stay connected and inspired. However, mental health professionals say there are also serious risks that need to be addressed.
KSAT meteorologist Sarah Spivey is back on air following the birth of her son, Everett.
The Parents as Teachers (PAT) program focuses on child development and preparing young children for school while also connecting families to necessary free resources.
Good Samaritan Community Services on the West Side offers several programs designed to strengthen parents and families in the community.
First time parents can experience a lot of anxiety and hesitation when they bring baby home. September is Baby Safety Month and labor and delivery doctor says it's okay to ask a lot of questions.
Sarah Spivey, who joined KSAT in 2017, revealed over the summer that she and her husband, Michael, are forecasting a bundle of joy — a baby boy.
September has been designated as Baby Safe Month, a time for communities to unite with parents to help keep babies safe. While parenting for some may come easily, others may need guidance and family support.
The U.S. consumer watchdog has found that low-income families typically pay as much as 60 cents per dollar in fees when paying for school lunches electronically.
Clarissa Briseno, an avid reader and social media content creator, has several recommendations for young viewers and readers in this week’s Friday Finds.
The first few weeks of school can be exciting for children and their families, but they can also cause anxiety for some. A local autism community advocate shares some ways parents can help their children with autism ease some fears.
A new partnership between Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA) and Pre-K 4 SA will help connect military families to child care options both on and off base while offering additional community resources, according to a press release.
Christus Children's Hospital hosts a Summer Snack Series to help teach families about the importance of healthy eating as medicine.
It’s not uncommon for new parents to deal with unfamiliar emotions, but postpartum depression is something every new parent, and even family members, should be aware of.
A new report says video games are able to make a positive impact on children if, they in fact possess the right features.
Kids are out for the summer and that means the dreadful “summer slide” is a threat. That’s the tendency for students to loose or forget some of the things they learned when they’re on vacation.
Wednesday was National Heatstroke Prevention Day and one organization is trying to remind parents to be ever vigilant and avoid the dangers of hot cars.
Texas Grandparents Raising Grandchildren hosted their fourth annual Healthy Grandfamilies Conference to better provide resources and discuss topics including self-care, mental health and estate planning for those that are raising children.
A new on-campus childcare program at Texas A&M SA has been giving struggling single parents a little help, by taking one more worry off their plate.
Chemical intolerance could contribute to autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and limiting toxic exposures could help prevent the disorders, a new study from The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio found.
A San Antonio family is sharing their story amid National Burn Awareness Week and warning parents after their son was seriously burned during school lunch.
Vitamin D deficiencies are more seen during wintertime as less people are going outside.
Nearly nine out of 10 parents believe their child is performing at grade level despite standardized tests showing far fewer students are on track.
Returning to the workforce can be challenging for stay-at-home moms. One study found that parents who take time off to care for their families were about half as likely to get called in for an interview as people who were unemployed for other reasons. But there are some ways to make the transition back to work seamless.
A new digital audio edition of Maurice Sendak’s “Where the Wild Things Are” will have a very well known narrator: former first lady Michelle Obama.
During San Antonio's huge charity initiative the Big Give, we're highlighting one organization with services that span 27 counties in Texas. One of the many programs is one that offers support specifically to dads who want coaching, connection.
People will no longer have to pay taxes on menstrual products, diapers, baby wipes, baby bottles and other health-related and family-care products in Texas.
San Antonio Metro Health is focused on building healthier communities and celebrating Kids Eat Right Month with nutritional education.
Soon the sidewalks and crosswalks will be full of students eager to get home, but those walks home can feel longer in the extreme temperatures. A local pediatrician shares how students can stay cool.
Teach for America San Antonio explains a few things you can do to help prepare your children for the new school year.
With the pressures of the pandemic, inflation, food costs, and lack of childcare, a record 60 million Americans are now living under one roof with their parents and grandkids.
For San Antonio teenagers looking for something to do this summer, the YMCA of Greater San Antonio is offering a free summer membership opportunity.
Spurs Sports Academy for the 50th year is holding their annual summer basketball camps, this time to be held in both San Antonio and Austin.
Any Baby Can San Antonio, which serves thousands of families with children and youth facing serious health or developmental challenges, is getting ready to host its biggest fundraiser of the year.
As families continue to recover from the effects of the pandemic, there are currently more than 11 million children living below the poverty line.
Universal City Police arrested a 20-year-old airman Wednesday on a felony charge of injury to a child, prompting the Metropolitan Health District to share information and resources to help with parenting.
It is a new program for new parents: the Brighton Center has a new unique program that is open to infants, that are 6-weeks-old to 18-months-old.
The Pleasanton community is hosting a barbecue plate sale for a local woman who had to have her hands and feet amputated after developing a life-threatening infection just days after delivering her second child.
Recent surveys show $49 billion is awarded in scholarships annually. But an estimated $100 million in scholarship money still goes unawarded each year.
While posting pictures of little ones can be a convenient way to share milestones with friends and family, there are some dangers parents should be aware of.
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