CHILDREN

On two different occasions this week, San Antonio police have worked to track down the families of young children found wandering the dark streets alone.

Here is some advice if you want your child to get into a workout regimen of lifting weights, according to Children’s Health.

The simulated space station is packed with different activities and filled with science experiments.

An independent film about human trafficking is sparking conversation, vigilance and action to help protect victims, specifically children. A local educator invited some of her staff to see the film in hopes of raising awareness.

ClarityCon is a 2-day summit focused on the emotional, psychological, and social well-being of children's mental wellness.

Jill Biden hopes a temporary art exhibit at the White House helps educate visitors about the lives of military children.

Germany’s justice minister has launched plans to relax the country’s strict restrictions on family names — for example, allowing couples to take double-barreled surnames and pass them on to their children.

Authorities in Fort Worth, Texas, say six people, five of them children, are in critical condition after being exposed to carbon monoxide, apparently from a running vehicle.

Nearly six years since her baby swallowed water beads, Ashley Haugen is on a mission to warn others of the life-threatening dangers and to get them out of the toy aisle.

Teamability tells KSAT's Jonathan Cotto the success of their clients is possible through personalized therapy and the latest in medical technology.

Some new home-schoolers disagree with how race and sex are taught at schools. Others cite safety concerns after the Uvalde shooting and poor academic outcomes.

More kids and teenagers are getting hooked on nicotine. So what’s reason for the spike?

On the four-month anniversary of the Robb Elementary shooting, the Joffrey School of Ballet visited Uvalde to teach dance classes and help spread joy.

Church members in Zimbabwe are getting their children vaccinated against measles in secret amid a deadly outbreak.

As the only locally owned and operated health system in San Antonio and Bexar County, University Health is working to serve the health needs of our community today and into the future.

A South Side daycare center destroyed by a devastating fire in April is back in business.

During the summer, it’s important for parents to stay educated when it comes to heat and water safety.

The number of calls to the state hotline to report child abuse decreased during the early part of the pandemic, but the calls are starting to pick back up, according to local advocates.

Help make learning fun by introducing your children to Homer.

The CDC and World Health Organization have sent out recent alerts about a new investigation into severe hepatitis in children. One has died and 17 have had liver transplants.

The April 14 episode of “Breakdown with #StephAndSteve” focused on how the pandemic has affected teenagers’ mental health and what parents can do to help their children.

Those in the service industry still have time to apply for free childcare if they are eligible. Workforce Solutions Alamo is working to extend the funding available.

A child’s father and step-mother have been arrested in connection with the death of their 4-year-old son in August 2021, according to police.

There is nothing cuter than little-kid artwork, is there?

Child advocates say parents should start candid conversations with children at an early age to help teach them about appropriate boundaries and protect them from danger.

A group of child advocates is set to meet on Thursday for an in-depth review of the 2020 child fatality deaths reported by the county medical examiner. The group is set to make recommendations to help advocate to reduce the rising trend in child deaths.

A group of child advocates is set to meet on Thursday for an in-depth review of the 2020 child fatality deaths reported by the county medical examiner. The group is set to make recommendations to help advocate to reduce the rising trend in child deaths.

It seems unthinkable, but doctors are still faced with treating diseases that they have never seen before.

The Medina County Sheriff’s Office said around 10:30 p.m. Sunday they found Jonathan Wright and his three children during a search.

Volunteers are gathering their resources to help children in San Antonio who don’t have a place to rest their head at night.

LOS ANGELES, CA. (Ivanhoe Newswire) - Every day 33 babies are born in the United States with permanent hearing loss. If not identified early, it’s almost impossible for many of them to acquire the fundamental language, social and cognitive skills to succeed in school and in society. One woman is helping thousands of children with hearing loss thrive by using the theater as therapy.

The state is offering a year of free child care for those who work in restaurants, bars and the entertainment industry to help relieve the labor shortage for these businesses.

A San Antonio family of five talks about the struggles and sacrifices they make to be able to afford daycare. A proposed federal program looks to lower the burden for families.

With COVID-19 vaccines for children between the ages of 5 to 11 expected to be approved in a matter of days, local school districts are making plans to vaccinate students.

Last year over 2.3 million kids suffered with severe depression, Mental Health America said

San Antonio pediatricians say they’re ready to answer parents’ questions and concerns about the vaccine.

Are you a fan of Winnie the Pooh, and you just so happen to have $80,000 lying around?

Two children are recovering in the hospital and the man accused of abducting them is dead after a two-vehicle crash in Central Texas, according to the Bosque County Sheriff’s Office.

As many reflect on the 20th anniversary of 9/11, some locals remembered what they were doing that tragic day in history.

San Antonio pediatricians say COVID-19 concerns and children returning to the classroom have led to an increase in doctor visits, although children are not getting sicker.

The COVID-19 Delta variant is a game-changer for the pandemic, and families need to reshape how they see the threat to children, San Antonio doctors say.

Shopping for school supplies can add up for parents, but it also opens up an opportunity to speak with their children about what they can afford at the store.

A couple experiencing homelessness is hoping their good deed inspires people to help others in any circumstance. This comes after they spent 12 hours watching over three young children who San Antonio police say were abandoned by their mother.

Medical experts say they are seeing more kids getting sick with the Delta variant. They urge families to form a bubble of protection around kids under 12 years old who cannot get the vaccine.

San Antonio Police investigated two different cases Tuesday where children were forced to witness a traumatic event.

Nearsightedness, also called myopia, is on the rise in kids. Many experts say more time in front of screens amid the pandemic and less time outdoors is to blame for this trend.

Pediatricians say they are seeing an increased number of children of all ages showing up to their offices with illnesses often associated with the summertime.

An AMBER Alert was issued for two children who were last seen in the Dallas area Tuesday afternoon, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.

An average of 38 children die in hot cars each year. New radar technology in cars could help prevent tragedies.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and there are many programs and resources available at the San Antonio Public Library that are free of charge.

A government watchdog says the Trump administration forced migrant parents to leave the United States without their children under its family separation policy.

A state-wide non-profit dedicated to helping child and youth serving organizations believes a start to improving the foster care system is understanding the challenges that cause community-based care programs to close down.

The number of unaccompanied children encountered on the U.S. border with Mexico in April eased from an all-time high a month earlier, while more adults are coming without families.

SJRC already has about 100 children in its care. Under the contract, it would be responsible for approximately 700 more children.

Children and adults are obviously different -- and that means the medicine they take is different as well.

Mental health experts say mothers need to know it’s OK to ask for help. They're offering resources to those who need them the most.

Doctors have identified a new sleep disorder in kids that not only affects them at night but also during the day.

SAN ANTONIO – Buses carrying migrant children who crossed the U.S.-Mexico border without an adult family member are arriving at the Freeman Coliseum Expo Halls. Bexar County leaders entered a deal with the federal government to provide temporary shelter at Freeman Coliseum. The children are arriving from the Rio Grande Valley. Bexar County Judge Nelson Wolff spoke about the agreement with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) during a press conference at the county courthouse on Friday afternoon. As many as 2,400 unaccompanied migrant children will be housed at the expo halls at Freeman Coliseum starting next week, Wolff said.

SAN ANTONIO – The Pentagon announced on Wednesday that Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland would be used to house unaccompanied migrant children. In a statement, John Kirby, the Pentagon’s press secretary, confirmed that the Department of Defense approved the request for JBSA-Lackland to be used. On Tuesday, Kirby hinted at the possibility of JBSA-Lackland and Fort Bliss being used in that capacity. “DoD will provide HHS officials access to these locations immediately to begin initial actions to prepare for receiving unaccompanied migrant children as soon as preparations are complete,” Kirby said. Also on KSAT:JBSA-Lackland asked to house unaccompanied migrant minors, Pentagon saysAdFreeman Coliseum may house migrant children if agreement is reached with federal government, Bexar County judge saysBiden taps VP Harris to lead response to border challenges

SAN ANTONIO – KSAT Producer Priscilla Carraman successfully avoided getting COVID-19 for a year, but then the February storm hit and her family was forced to seek shelter with family members. Just days later, she received bad news from one of those family members — they had tested positive for COVID-19. “Sure enough, within the next three days, my husband, myself and my two-month-old all tested positive,” Carraman said. Carraman’s 11-year-old daughter never tested positive for the virus. Pediatrician Seth Kaplan, president of the Texas Pediatric Society, said there’s still a lot unknown about why COVID-19 impacts children differently.

For many parents, race, class, and social identity are tough topics to address with young kids. Here are some ways parents can and researchers say should get the conversation started. When you ask about his family, Rory says he acts most like his mom, Kate, a theater director. But 60 percent rarely discuss race or ethnicity or social class, even though kids notice differences at a very early age. Contributors to this news report include: Cyndy McGrath, Executive Producer and Field Producer; and Roque Correa, Editor.

ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Before the COVID-19 pandemic, 11 million children lived in food insecure homes, meaning there was not enough food, or the right kind of food, to live a healthy lifestyle. Now a study reveals one factor may increase a household’s risk of being food insufficient. In fact, one in five black and Latino households with children are food insufficient. In the summer of 2020, about one in seven Black and Latino workers were unemployed compared to one in 10 white workers. Latino and Black households were also more likely to have no access to healthcare, fewer savings assets, and faced housing hardships.

Having a baby, and bringing that baby home from the hospital for the first time as a new parent, is a whirlwind.

“Then, we found out there were four other siblings,” Jamie Hejduk said. Heather Hejduk said she thought their caseworker was joking when she asked the couple if they wanted all six. To add six children to four of their own was a family decision, Heather Hejduk’s husband said. “They just fit in our family,” Heather Hejduk said. “Little did she know her little sister wasn’t born till she was 16, and she didn’t meet her until last year,” Heather Heyduk said.

Knowing letters and numbers is certainly a good start, but social scientists say preparing a child for school requires more. There are simple steps you can take to ensure your child is healthy and ready to learn. It means to have social skills so that you can share and take turns,” explained Moore. Ensure they are taking turns and sharing with siblings. Produced by Child Trends News Service in partnership with Ivanhoe Broadcast News and funded by a grant from the National Science Foundation

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The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has some tips to make it easier for parents to talk about earning with their children.

SAN ANTONIO Experts say there are still many unknowns about how COVID-19 affects children, which means theres much more to learn about how the virus affects kids. The increase of cases in the hospital lines up with what the Metropolitan Health District says about the rise in cases. To date, more than 3,000 children have tested positive for the virus, and there are more than 760 active cases currently. There have been no deaths reported at Methodist Childrens Hospital, and there is one COVID-19 patient currently being treated. The other thing that really scares us is when other viral illnesses come into effect, like influenza and (respiratory syncytial virus), DeYoung said.

“Some things are just worth waiting for” — it’s a phrase your parents may have said to your during your youth to teach you the value of saving for something you want.

Call 210-22-nurse (226-8773) if your child is ill or injured. If you need help with the Public File, call 210-351-1241.

3 children in critical condition, found severely malnourished in Wilson County homePublished: May 8, 2020, 5:38 pmAn investigation is underway in Wilson County after three children were found in horrible conditions inside a home in Stockdale, court records obtained by KSAT 12 confirm.

A mother of two mindlessly picked up a paintbrush in late March, and started painting the cover of one of the books she had read to her children earlier in the day -- and said she incorporated some “cartoonified” coronavirus themes, to try to make the situation less scary.

SAN ANTONIO – The Children’s Shelter is San Antonio’s leader in child abuse, neglect prevention and trauma-informed care. What is the current need for The Children’s Shelter? The shelter can provide care for up to 66 children at its emergency shelter at any given time, and 30 youth at the Whataburger Center. “We are an essential organization and must provide care for children and youth 24/7,” said Biera. For those individuals who have been furloughed, The Children’s Shelter has direct care and administrative positions at The Children’s Shelter and Family Tapestry.

SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS – To make it easier for children to stay safe at home, the North East Independent School District is relaxing the rules a bit when it comes to its free meal pickup program. They can simply show proper documentation, such as the child’s birth certificate or school report card, to pick up meals. The goal of the program is to make sure children don’t go hungry while schools are closed due to the coronavirus pandemic. According to NEISD’S website, the program is open to all children, even if they don’t attend schools in that district. Several elementary North East elementary schools serve as the pickup locations, Monday through Friday, from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.For a complete list of locations, click here.

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LYTLE, TEXAS – Update:Police say all four children have been found safe near a high school, as of around 10 p.m. Friday night. Original:Four children are missing in Lytle, Texas, and police are asking for the public’s help in finding them. Last seen on foot, in a wooded area in Lytle near IH-35. — Richey Priest (@lytlepdchief) February 1, 2020The police chief posted on Twitter about the missing children around 8:45 p.m. Friday. The missing children are Sebastian Mireles, 11; Julianna Avila, 11; Jalen Rodriguez, 11 and Julyana Frausto, 10.

SAN ANTONIO – Children from three local nonprofits on Tuesday navigated the aisles at an H-E-B store, filling their shopping carts with as many dolls, games and toys they could gather. H-E-B will donate all the toys collected during the shopping spree to the organizations, which will distribute the gifts to children they serve. The three local nonprofits are Providence Place, Presbyterian Children’s Homes and Services and AVANCE San Antonio.

According to NWF Guide, young children and teens are losing anywhere from 10 to 14 hours of sleep a week. Research also demonstrates that natural, green settings are relaxing and calming for children, and yield other cognitive benefits. "More play time in natural settings can help kids get a high-quality night's sleep." To foster awareness and healthier amounts of pillow time, the NWF guide "Green Time for Sleep Time" offers parents helpful advice about improving sleeping habits by exposing children to more outdoor play time every day. NWF's parents guide advocates trimming down children's consumption of electronic entertainment and balancing it with some outdoor play time every day.

With childhood obesity rates rising, we know children need to get regular exercise, but how much exercise should they be getting? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, children need to get at least 60 minutes of exercise each day. The hour of exercise can be split between various types of exercise each day. The CDC says the majority of a child's daily exercise should be in the form of aerobic activity. The CDC recommends children participate in muscle-strengthening exercises about three days a week.