Family & Parenting

The Texas Supreme Court heard oral arguments Tuesday in a Houston mother's effort to get a lower judge to reconsider a permanent protective order separating her from her kids.

Texas’ fertility rose after new abortion restrictions, raising concerns that special education and specialized health care will be stretched even thinner.

Paige Vidrine, 31, didn’t expect daughter Riley to be born prematurely.

Looking to chase away the boredom blues? Check out our ideas for fun, family-friendly activities.

Whether you’re new to Texas or moving to a new city, finding the right school can feel overwhelming. Here are some information and tips to help you strategize the process and find a good fit.

Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts surveyed parents, employees about energy, national security and transferring schools.

Senate Bill 14, which is set to take effect on Sept. 1, bans transition-related care for minors. Parents of transgender kids say it blocks their ability to support their children.

Postpartum depression, anxiety and loneliness can impact health outcomes for parents and babies. Here's how one North Texas organization is supporting people by building community.

Paid parental leave for state employees and a bill to make diapers, pads and tampons cheaper are both on the docket this week.

Empty store shelves. Frustrated parents. The formula shortage has upended life for millions of families across the nation and magnified longtime disparities in how infants receive nutrition.

With COVID-19 making paid parental leave even more critical, the Dallas Democrat is helping lead the move to change federal policy for fathers as well as mothers.

In some cultures, kids roll their eyes when asked to do chores. In others, they'll pitch in without even being asked. Researchers have identified two key practices to raise helpful children.