More than 100,000 forced to miss work due to childcare issues in October
More than 100,000 Americans were forced to miss work due to childcare issues last month – a record number, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Heart Gallery in Lutz dozens of smiling faces of children looking for their forever home
There are more than 3,000 kids waiting to be adopted in Hillsborough County, and a powerful exhibit at St. Timothy's Catholic Church in Lutz is hoping to lower that number. It features dozens of smiling faces looking for their forever home.
Florida Children's Museum opens to families at Lakeland's new Bonnet Springs Park
The Florida Children’s Museum just opened with the blast of air cannons and a shower of confetti and streamers. Families took their first look at the museum Friday morning.
Children whose parents lack warmth more likely to grow up obese, study finds
In a landmark study, researchers in England found that neglectful parenting can lead to a rise in weight gain for children.
Southwest Florida communities in need of baby supplies after Hurricane Ian
The executive director for the Healthy Start Coalition of Southwest Florida said they delivered resources to about 900 families before the storm. That number has tripled in the last three weeks as stores are too damaged to reopen and the ones that are open have minimal baby supplies or people don't have a way to get to one.
Twin brothers to walk 20 miles in every state for foster children: ‘There are so many kids that need us ’
Tavon and Davon Woods said they are products of the foster childcare system and want to raise awareness about its challenges.
Florida program aimed at keeping kids out of foster care, helping families stay together
More than 23,000 children are in the foster care system in Florida and there is a desperate need to find them permanent homes. According to the Florida Department of Health, Hillsborough County has the highest number of kids in the system than any other county in the state.
Children know when parents are full of it, study finds
A new study reveals that older children are more skeptical when adults make surprising claims
Bradenton foster mom adopts four siblings, giving them loving home
The Bradenton foster mom adopted four siblings. She's been working with children since she was 13 years old and spent 20 years as a teacher.
This is how much money you need to raise a child in the US
The basic costs for raising a child in the U.S. equal about $20,152 annually, according to 2021 data.
Program helps meet need for doulas during births in Polk County
Doulas can help a woman plan for the birth of her child by talking about where the mom to be wants to have the baby. Doulas can also act as an advocate, a friend and confidante to mothers giving birth.
New rental service at Tampa International Airport aims to ease parents' load while traveling with kids
A new business opened at Tampa International Airport aimed at easing the load on parents who are traveling with their kids. Starting as soon as they land, passengers can take advantage of the new rental service, Our Little Suitcase.
Largo's mini waterpark is an inexpensive way to beat the heat
"This place is very unique. People can come with their families, spend a couple hours in the water, and get out of the heat," said Ali Bill with Highland Family Aquatic Center.
Next Generation Ballet offering dance summer camp at Straz Center
The Straz Center is hosting a dance summer camp in collaboration with Next Generation Ballet. Instructors from New York and California are teaching students about different dance styles.
Power couple of competitive eating lives and trains in Tampa Bay
Miki Sudo and Nick Wehry recently moved to Temple Terrace. They are a well-known competitive eating duo that hold impressive records individually and as a team.
Sky Zone Clearwater hosting summer camps for kids, launches new Sport Court
Sky Zone Clearwater is hosting fun activities designed to keep kids active all summer long.
Kids can join the circus this summer; Sarasota's unique summer camp
Let your child run away this summer and join the circus. The Circus Arts Conservatory Circus Summer Camp is one of Sarasota's most unique summer camp experience.
Regal to offer $2 movie tickets for children’s movies this summer
Regal will feature kid favorites including “Madagascar,” “Despicable Me” and “The Lego Movie.”
Grandmothers may hold deeper bond with grandchildren than own children, study suggests
“In many societies, grandmothers are important caregivers, and grandmaternal investment is often associated with improved grandchild well-being,” the study’s authors said.
Tampa mommy blogger names top 5 favorite family-friendly activities
Marisa Langford, a Tampa mommy blogger, gives her top five favorite family activities around the Bay Area.