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The Learning Experience provides unique preschool curriculum that includes sign language
Before they can even spell their own names, some kids are already learning how to sign them.
‘Cherish every crazy minute’: What Local 10 moms wish they knew before having a baby
As we celebrate the holiday season and head into a new year, we asked the moms in the Local 10 newsroom to reflect and tell us what advice they would go back and give themselves before having a baby.
Mentoring program teaches South Florida girls to care for their skin — and themselves
It’s a Saturday morning, and 42 young women are learning all about the importance of skin care.
Meal service lets women take control of health by eating with menstrual cycles in mind
There’s a new approach to women’s health, starting with what’s on your plate.
Mom to Mom: What happens when teens age out of foster care?
Each year, thousands of young people in Florida age out of foster care when they turn 18 — often with no permanent home, no financial support and no clear path forward. A South Florida organization is working to change that.
Mom To Mom: Mother in military family shares about mental health struggles after reaching out for help
The pressures that U.S. military families face aren’t easy. Corey Atiles, a mother of two, said she was diagnosed with post-partum depression and anxiety, after her son Raphael was born about four years ago.
Annual ‘Mother of All Baby Showers’ to be held in Sunrise
The 11th annual “Mother of All Baby Showers” is one day away.
Here’s why new moms often suffer hair loss ― and what to do about it
Hair loss is something many new moms experience but don’t always talk about.
Mom to Mom: ‘Liquid gold’ gives newborn babies and moms a fighting chance
Rocio “Rosy” Pacheco said she was grateful for the strangers who helped to give her son Marcus a fighting chance.
Mom to Mom Update: Iman’s Light Foundation to hold ‘Celebration of Life’ fundraiser
We have a Mom to Mom update to share about Iman’s Light Foundation and their upcoming fundraiser.
‘Cougar Cash’ helps promote positive behavior at one South Florida elementary school
Students at Kelsey L. Pharr Elementary in Miami-Dade County are doing their best every day and “cashing” in when it comes to showing off their positive attitude at school.
Mom to Mom: South Florida mother shares terrifying experience after son is targeted by an online predator
On this week’s Mom to Mom, Local 10’s Nicole Perez talked to child advocate Lauren Book, for advice on how to keep children safe when they use the internet.
Mom to Mom Update: Brand new MammoVan comes to South Florida
We have a Mom to Mom update on the MammoVan story we brought you earlier this summer.
Mom to Mom: South Florida high school students raise awareness, funds for program that creates toys for special needs children
On this week’s Mom to Mom, Local 10’s Nicole Perez spoke to two teenagers who are pushing to raise awareness and funds for a project that aims to help special needs children enjoy playtime just like their peers do.
Mom to Mom: Preventing tragedy as temperatures rise to dangerous levels in vehicles
On this week’s Mom to Mom, Local 10’s Nicole Perez talked to an expert to find ways to prevent a tragedy as the South Florida heat rises and makes temperatures inside vehicles climb.
Time to Smile: Teenager soars to great heights in high school, technical education
A teenager is soaring to great heights in South Florida.
Mom to Mom: One-of-a kind van brings mammograms to South Florida women
On this week’s Mom to Mom, Local 10’s Nicole Perez talked to organizers at Baptist Health who have created a way for women to get a mammogram, without stepping foot into a doctor’s office.
Mom to Mom: Different educational approach provides South Florida students with options
On this week’s Mom to Mom, Local 10’s Nicole Perez sat down with the administrators of a school offering South Florida middle and high school students a different approach to their schooling.
Miami-Dade Parks offers afterschool programs as students head back to class
As students return to class on Aug. 14, Miami-Dade County Parks is launching a new season of afterschool programs designed to keep kids active, engaged and thriving outside of school.
Mom to Mom: Mindfulness program helps South Florida teens navigate anxiety, social pressures
On this week’s Mom to Mom, Local 10’s Nicole Perez sat down with the leaders of a program taking a unique, hands-on approach to mental wellness.
Swim South Florida: Miami-Dade County offers free lessons for kids
In this “Swim South Florida” story, Local 10’s Nicole Perez has found out all the details about an initiative meant to make sure children in Miami-Dade County learn how to swim and it is free to parents and caregivers.
Free back-to-school immunizations offered in Miami-Dade County
The new school year is just around the corner and Miami-Dade County has partnered with the Florida Department of Health and Community Health Centers to offer free back to school immunizations.
Florida Back-to-School sales tax holiday begins Aug. 1
Get your list ready! The Florida Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday will begin on Aug. 1.
Obsequios de suministros de regreso a la escuela en todo el sur de la Florida
A medida que los niños de todo el sur de la Florida disfrutan de las últimas semanas del verano, varias empresas y organizaciones han planeado eventos para brindarles algunos útiles para el regreso a la escuela.
Swim South Florida: Life jacket loaner stands help promote water safety
In this “Swim South Florida” story, Local 10’s Nicole Perez has found a unique collaboration of organizations working to prevent drownings on South Florida beaches.
Back to School giveaways across South Florida
As kids across South Florida soak up the last few weeks of summer several businesses and organizations have planned events to give many students some much-needed back to school supplies.
Mom to Mom: Expert shares tips on postpartum exercises to help mothers repair their core
On this week’s Mom to Mom, Local 10’s Nicole Perez talks with a South Florida personal trainer and mom who helps postpartum mothers repair their core with exercise.
Swim South Florida: South Florida YMCA provides swim classes for special needs children
In this “Swim South Florida” story, Local 10’s Nicole Perez has introduced us to a mother of a child who has special needs and is learning about water safety.
Mom to Mom: Expectant mothers can request parking permit in Florida
Expectant mothers can now apply for temporary parking permits in the state of Florida.
Swim South Florida: Mother emphasizes the importance of teaching children how to swim after near drowning experience
In this “Swim South Florida” story, Local 10’s Nicole Perez has introduced us to a mother who is sending a message about the importance of teaching your children how to swim, after her daughter had a near drowning experience.
Mom to Mom: South Florida mother sheds ‘light’ on dangers of fentanyl
On this week’s Mom to Mom, Local 10’s Nicole Perez sat down with a mother working to educate the community on the dangers of fentanyl after she experienced a devastating loss.
Mom to Mom: South Florida foundation creates summer camp experience for kids in need
On this week’s Mom to Mom, Local 10’s Nicole Perez explored a South Florida summer camp helping to bridge the gap to help kids have a fun summer experience.
‘Parent Club Pass’ provides free local passes to community events
A South Florida rewards program meant to help parents strengthen their parenting skills is also helping their kids stay busy having fun around town.
Boy, 9, pulled from Fort Lauderdale pool revived after CPR
A 9-year-old boy was hospitalized Saturday after being found unconscious in a residential swimming pool in Fort Lauderdale, authorities confirmed.
South Florida organizations come together to host maternal health awareness events
4Kira4Moms/4Kira4Dads has joined Elev8 Health’s THRIVE Tour to host events across South Florida to bring awareness to maternal health.
Mom to Mom: South Florida doctor performs surgeries for mothers in need
On this week’s Mom to Mom, Local 10’s Nicole Perez sat down with a South Florida doctor who is performing surgeries free for mothers who are dealing with health complications and it’s all to honor his mother.
Mom to Mom: New car seat regulations go into effect June 30
As new car seat regulations are set to go into effect at the end of June, a South Florida hospital is providing free help to parents to make sure their child’s seat is installed correctly.
Mom to Mom: Behind the Smiles offers support, therapy for those facing mental health challenges
On this week’s Mom to Mom, Local 10’s Nicole Perez sat down with a South Florida mother who had a tragic experience and is making an effort to ensure the same thing does not happen to others.
Mom to Mom: South Florida organization helps children find forever foster homes
On this week’s Mom to Mom, Local 10’s Nicole Perez sat down with a foster care group that helps find families for children who have been victims of human trafficking.
Mom to Mom: South Florida organization provides support, education to empower young women
On this week’s Mom to Mom, Local 10’s Nicole Perez sat down with a young woman who received support and guidance from a South Florida organization meant to help empower girls and prepare them for the work force.