Sarah Acosta and her husband are expecting their first child in the spring.

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 U.S. is dealing with another school shooting: Two students and two teachers were killed at a school in Georgia.

The U.S. Surgeon General issued a public health advisory for stressed out parents.

The back to school season can be difficult for families trying to get kids on a sleep routine that will help them focus at school.

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.

The latest Dr. Seuss releases are designed for the very youngest audience.

Multiple doctors at Christus Children's Hospital are giving advice to parents for back-to-school.

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.

Summer means playgrounds, pools, bikes and being outside for kids.

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.

At what age should kids be on social media.

While there are parental controls, the platform isn’t impermeable to hackers, scammers and online predators.

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.

The nonprofit Any Baby Can San Antonio is making sure families have all the support and services they need after the loss of a child.

As the weather turns nicer and the spring and summer sporting season is upon us, it’s important for parents to remember that “it’s just a game”.

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.

San Antonio mother Abby Ekmark said her son inspired her to create a toolkit for parents of children with autism.

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.

There's a renewed push to meet kids where they are when it comes to seeing a dentist.

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.

Mental health disorders are an epidemic and children are not immune. Studies show nearly 7.7 million children and teens have at least one treatable mental health disorder.

A local nonprofit that helps families who have children with special healthcare needs is celebrating a new outdoor space.

Parents are opting out of school vaccinations at the highest rate ever.

During the “Don’t Suffer in Silence” town hall, doctors answered viewers’ questions about infertility

How you can get counseling and medical help for infertility and pregnancy loss

KSAT anchor Stephania Jimenez plans to host a town meeting on infertility amid a recent personal loss.

Nearly nine out of 10 parents believe their child is performing at grade level despite standardized tests showing far fewer students are on track.

Journey, 3, has visited all 63 national parks in the U.S.

Research shows that children as young as three years old can exhibit empathy and compassion.

You may have heard of sexting and cyberbullying, but what about chroming? Learn what it is and how you can protect your child from this dangerous online challenge.

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.

The San Antonio Public Library wants to help you and your family get into the spooky spirit with Halloween parties and events.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission is encouraging parents to stay up to date on proper sleeping techniques for their babies.

If you’re trying to conceive, certain lifestyle choices can help or hinder your progress.

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.

Researchers discovered that kids observe money behaviors and attitudes at a very early age.

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.

There are certain foods should be avoided while trying to get pregnant.

Traveling with kids can be a daunting process. Especially if it is their first time ever traveling by plane or by train.

During the month of July, doctors and those living with juvenile idiopathic arthritis are bringing awareness to the disease.

Oscar winner Jamie Lee Curtis also has a busy career as a children’s author.

A unique method is reuniting lost kids with their parents quicker than just frantically yelling their names.

Unlimited play has helped open 82 playgrounds in 19 states each named after a child in their own community.

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.

The DoSeum hosts camps year round for children all over San Antonio. Their camps have a large focus on STEM, but also focus on literature and arts.

No matter how old you are, being an adult can be tricky these days.

With degree in hand, graduates will set out to make their mark on the world, but this change can be difficult for many.

For San Antonio teenagers looking for something to do this summer, the YMCA of Greater San Antonio is offering a free summer membership opportunity.

Just in time for the summer, there’s a new place for children and families to explore and connect with nature.

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.

The internet provides us with useful information, but not everything you read is true. Especially when it comes to your health.

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.

Some parents neglect to teach their teens basic skills, like how to cook, clean, grocery shop, and do laundry before they go to college.

February is Heart Health Awareness Month and part of a healthy heart is healthy eating.

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.

Let's get the Elf on the Shelf to work for us this year (and hopefully every year moving forward).

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

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

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.