Parenting

The House Education Quality Subcommittee voted 13-5 along party lines to support the measure, with sponsor Stan McClain, R-Ocala, pushing back against opponents who characterized it as enabling book bans.

The law bars instruction about sexual orientation and gender identity in grades K-3. Senate President Kathleen Passidomo suggests extending the law to include additional grades.

The common respiratory virus causes mild flu-like symptoms in most people but can lead to more severe illness and even hospitalization in children under 1 year old.

According to Abbott, the products are being recalled because less than 1 percent of the bottle caps may not have sealed completely, which could result in spoilage.

More than two years into the pandemic, parents face a child care crisis. That’s why some hospitals are considering starting child care centers to address recruitment and retention troubles.

More than two years into the pandemic, parents face a child care crisis. That’s why some hospitals are considering starting child care centers to address recruitment and retention troubles.

Some face legal challenges, such as a bill that would prevent abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy.

A significant portion of the $70 million will go toward expanding mentorship programs for youths and funding grants designed to help fathers.

U.S. regulators have historically inspected baby formula plants at least once a year, but they did not inspect any of the three biggest manufacturers in 2020, according to federal records reviewed by AP.

The Mother’s Milk Bank of Florida has gone from receiving a dozen calls a week to a dozen calls a day.

The latest data shows 43% of baby formula products in the nation were out of stock. Some families say finding it has become a full-time job. They're anxious about the future.

The legislation will provide $70 million in funding for family and youth support through the Department of Children and Families and the Department of Juvenile Justice.