Lifelines
Over 1.3 million young children go to the emergency department every year because of injuries related to nursery products like baby carriers, cribs, mattresses, strollers, baby walkers and high chairs. Baby carriers are the most frequent cause of those visits; over...
Feature Articles
Becoming a mom is supposed to be magical, and most often it is. But for the estimated one in eight women who suffer from perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs), new motherhood can deliver disappointment and despair. What kind of mom can’t look at her baby...
Recalls
Hallmark is recalling about 5,800 plush stacking toys because the toys have fabric hats and bows that can detach, posing a choking hazard. The recall involves Disney-licensed plush animal stacking toys with rattling rings. Affected units were sold at Hallmark Gold...
Austin in Action
Female athletes of all ages with intellectual disabilities participated on Sept. 16, 2017, in a “Miss America”-style pageant. The third annual Miss Sweetheart Special Needs Pageant was held in Lakeway and featured contestants competing in formal wear, party wear,...
Austin in Action
Kiddie Academy recently opened its newest location, at 5080 N. AW Grimes Blvd. in Round Rock. The new facility offers a full food service menu, three outdoor play areas, secured entry and educational based technology in every classroom. This is the second location for...
Austin in Action
More than 800 people are expected to raise over $130,000 at Walk MS: Austin on Oct. 29. Walk MS is an opportunity for people living with multiple sclerosis and those who care about them to connect, join together and be inspired. The event will take place at Dell...
Austin in Action
The Down Syndrome Association of Central Texas is hosting a conference on Sept. 20, 2017. Presenter Stacy Taylor will describe innovative, effective teaching strategies, explain the science behind learning and behavior, and discuss how to translate that science into...
Austin in Action
Effective Sept. 1, 2017, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Texas Driver Handbook was revised and transitioned to a printable, online-only format. Handbook revisions include information on texting while driving and several other clarifications passed by the...
Austin in Action
Primrose School of West Lake Hills held a grand opening celebration on Sept. 9, 2017. The event featured family-friendly activities and a raffle. But given the recent devastation of Hurricane Harvey, the school also collected donations of toiletries, dry food goods,...
Austin in Action
Austin organizations are mobilizing relief efforts for those affected by Hurricane Harvey. Here is a roundup of ways you can help: Concert for a Cause Harvey Can’t Mess With Texas will take place on Friday, Sept. 22 at the Frank Erwin Center from 7-11 p.m. and...
