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A mom posted on Reddit's parenting subreddit that she's becoming "triggered" by her own child while using the "gentle parenting" model. Experts revealed the importance of discipline.

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.

Most kids will develop six to 10 colds a year. But there are ways to boost their immunity.

Recent surveys show $49 billion is awarded in scholarships annually. But an estimated $100 million in scholarship money still goes unawarded each year.

It turns out the emoji you use can mean different things to different generations.

Determining the easier gender to raise depends on who you ask.

Some doctors fear that too many expectant moms and new moms are falling through the cracks and not getting the healthcare they need.

The impact of COVID-19 on children's education was drastic and it is important to keep their minds moving during the holiday break.

Pleasanton ISD school psychologist first started feeling ill days after delivering baby via c-section

House plants may brighten your home, but they can also be lethal to children and animals.

According to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission, emergency rooms treated over 224,000 toy-related injuries last 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.

The topic of consent has made headlines a lot lately. But now, parents are using the term to describe how they raise their kids.

Gentle parenting is one of the latest parenting trends. Does this mean parents can't say no to their children?

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

A child psychologist breaks down gentle parenting, what it looks like in practice and how it can benefit both parents and children.

The U.S. is about to offer updated COVID-19 booster shots to kids as young as 5.

Research shows there are some habits that may increase your chances of raising a kid who turns into a successful adult.

A study of U.S. children with sickle cell disease found fewer than half get a needed screening for stroke, a common complication.

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.

Parental burnout is nothing new. Throughout history, moms and dads everywhere have experienced stress and anxiety associated with parenting.

There is no recess at the Kekere Freedom School. Its roots are based on liberation and wisdom through play.

As some children struggled to keep up with school in the early years of the COVID-19 pandemic, many states saw significant increases in the number of students held back to repeat grades.

Research suggests overparenting can stunt a child’s development and cause them to become too dependent.

Mounting evidence from around the country shows that students who spent more time learning remotely during the 2020-2021 school year, many of them Black and Latino, lost about half of an academic year of learning.

The Birthplace at Texas Vista Medical Center is hosting the second-annual New Beginnings Community Baby Shower and Family Resource Fair on Saturday, Oct. 1, from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

If it's been a few days since school started and students are still showing signs of back to class jitters, it maybe more than that says one expert.

As parents prepare to send their children back to school, there are a lot of questions and concerns. One of them is safety: will my child be safe at school, and what is being done to ensure this?

Somerset ISD is launching a new program this fall aimed at keeping students safe.

For years now, we’ve heard the debates about social media and teens, from photo-sharing sites that helped kids feel connected during the pandemic to posts that made kids feel bullied or body shamed.

KSAT12 spoke to a mental health expert about the mental health of the parents, which is just as important as the child’s.

As concerns about social media’s harmful effects on teens continue to rise, platforms from Snapchat to TikTok to Instagram are bolting on new features designed to make their services safer and more age appropriate.

KSAT spoke with a mental health expert about ways to provide an emotionally sound environment at home.

Monday is the first day of school for South San ISD, Jourdanton ISD and Edgewood ISD and many other districts will soon then follow.

The government was able to supply breakfast and lunch to students during the pandemic, but that program no longer exists and that means many parents are going to have to go back to making sure their child leaves the house with lunch money.

From binge drinking, to smoking pot, to popping your parents pain meds, one in eight teenagers admitted to using drugs last year.

Leaders in the biggest school districts in the San Antonio area talk about their plans for keeping kids safe this school year.

The pandemic is being blamed for an increase in babies and toddlers missing their talking and reading milestones. It’s not because of the isolation or the masks that covered everyone’s face, it’s because their parents have been too busy working from home to devote enough time to them.

We took your questions to your district leaders and received answers.

As the country’s baby formula shortage persists, a local nonprofit has continued to get formula to the children who need it.

What questions do you have for school officials as kids prepare to go back to school? We’ll work to find the answers for you so you can start the new year feeling prepared and confident.

Many people are still trying to cope with the recent tragedy that occurred in Uvalde and some might be struggling with how to discuss that topic with their children or young family members.

Purposeful parenting involves setting long-term goals for your kids and then parenting intentionally to help them achieve those goals.

Those easy, quick, and cheap options are fueling an obesity epidemic in kids.

From color schemes to closet storage, there is a lot that goes into designing the perfect nursery.

Some local parents jumped at the opportunity to get their young ones some added protection against COVID-19.

Seventy percent of teens in the U.S. use TikTok, with more than a billion videos viewed per day. But not everything is fun and games, as some viral challenges can be dangerous, even deadly.

In the next installment of the i play! summer workout series, kids can refine their soccer skills with tips from a pro.

In this first installment of the i play! summer workout series, we offer some Alpha Warrior fitness videos that are sure to work some kid muscles.

One in eight couples has trouble getting pregnant. But is fertility always a woman’s issue?

It’s estimated that 13 to 20 percent of children living in the U.S. have experienced a mental disorder.

The academic, social, and emotional stress of college can take its toll. In fact, 30% of college freshman will drop out in their first year.

It’s the prevailing American child-rearing model across class lines. But there’s a better way.

There's no shortage of parenting styles these days. But according to parenting expert Amy McCready, "positive parenting" is one of the most effective. Here's why psychologists agree — and how it works.

By modeling, parents can give kids a framework to help set their little ones up healthy eating habits as they mature. But in trying to coerce kids into eating healthy foods such as whole grains or vegetables, parents could inadvertently make their children overeat. To try and kickstart healthy eating behaviors in their kids, many parents find themselves offering rewards or incentives to kids who keep eating, even if it's past the point of fullness. Incorporate healthy foods into things they already like: You can pair healthy foods with more delectable ones. Along with eating healthy foods, the AHA's dietary recommendations also suggest being physically active for at least 60 minutes per day.

CNN Before the pandemic, video games were a weekend-only activity in our house, allowed for one hour a day, Saturday and Sunday. The benefits of collaborative video gaming"In spite of the stereotype of the socially awkward pale gamer, games are a good way to socially connect," said Rachel Kowert, research psychologist and author of "A Parent's Guide to Video Games: The Essential Guide to Understanding How Video Games Impact Your Child's Physical, Social and Psychological Well-Being." Also, researchers have found that children who were socially engaged while playing video games were more likely to be civically engaged as adults. All video games aren't created equalWill every kid benefit from every video game? Researchers haven't been able to find a clear relationship between playful aggression in video games and aggression in real life.

Lower levels of picky eating in children were associated with parents imposing few restrictions on foods and a lack of pressure to eat. Researchers asked parents to respond to questionnaires describing their child's level of picky eating and how the parents were handling the issue. Picky eaters and weightThe good news about picky eating is that studies show it doesn't appear to cause weight gain. That was evident in this new study as well, where picky eating was associated with lower body mass (BMI) scores. More reassuring: Giving up the power struggle over food may actually cut your child's picky eating behavior.

CNN Wearing masks has become increasingly common during the coronavirus pandemic, but they should not be used by children under the age of two, according to the Japan Pediatric Association. "It is possible that masks make it difficult for infants to breathe and increase the risks of heat stroke," reads the leaflet. Infants have narrower airways and masks can make it more difficult to breathe, increasing the burden on their lungs, it continues. Infants are relatively low risk for coronavirus infections and the association concludes that masks are not necessary for infants under two years old. The ban list expanded by 11 countries this week and forbids foreign nationals who stayed in those countries from entering Japan.

SAN ANTONIO The Spurs Sports Academy is offering free virtual basketball clinics to children starting on June 1, a press release said. Young athletes will be able to improve their basketball skills while maintaining social distancing amid the COVID-19 pandemic during the two-week long clinics. Spurs Sports Academy, digital software company launch virtual basketball workoutsAccording to the press release, the clinics will provide instruction to players by helping them learn fundamentals. Spurs Sports Academy said the virtual clinics will feature guest appearances, including Spurs Assistant Coach Will Hardy and Spurs TV analysts and former players Matt Bonner and Sean Elliott, as well as sessions with Train the Mind, and live Q&As with Spurs camp coaches. 2020 Virtual Spurs Basketball ClinicsSession 1 June 1-4Boys & Girls | Ages 6-14Session 2 June 8-11Boys & Girls | Ages 6-14

Kids are sad because they're missing their friends, routines, structure and predictability, said Christopher Willard, a psychiatry lecturer at Harvard Medical School and author of "The Breathing Book," a breathing practice book for kids. With the advice of a psychiatrist and a psychologist who specialize in working with children, parents can pause and respond productively. "That's been hard for our kids," Willard said. "They're doing it because they're sad, they're lonely; maybe they're hungry or tired. Playtime is also a period for kids to relax with their parents, Alvord said, and they might share more then.