Parenting Research: A University of Houston psychologist won a $2.8M NIH grant to test whether a remote, web-based parenting program can boost brain development and long-term mental health for premature infants after they leave the NICU. Teen Mental Health & Stigma: New reporting from Nairobi’s informal settlements highlights how stigma, rejection, and lost opportunities shape the mental toll for pregnant and parenting teens. Co-Parenting That Works: A mom went viral for sharing kind, practical texts from her ex—showing how divorce can still keep kids first and relationships respectful. School Support Under Pressure: West Virginia’s school clothing assistance program drew about 52,000 applications before funds ran out, leaving many families scrambling. Screen Time Rules: More states are moving beyond cellphone bans to set limits and teacher training around student screen use in early grades. Child Safety & Policy: Longview, Texas delayed a child drug endangerment ordinance after concerns about how “reckless storage” and prescription rules would apply. Family-Friendly Community: Russell County Extension reported Alabama’s highest 4-H enrollment, and local calendars in Baton Rouge spotlight all-ages activities like stargazing and a family musical. Animal Adoption: PAW Animal Shelter took custody of 32 seized dogs and is now vetting them for adoption, with guidance for homes with older kids. AI Surveillance Worry: Delhi’s courts are weighing challenges to an AI face-scanning system used during student protests, raising questions about legality and child safety online.