Heather Leigh

Industry leaders, educators and policy makers continue to push the needle to solve the childcare crisis. It takes all three to come up with ideas on what's working and what isn't.

Ella is the queen of cuddles and endless love, Bailey is a 7-month-old sweetheart, and Jason is a sweet, goofy heartthrob!

Scotchy is a handsome Dachshund, in great shape for his age, Bhodi has shown remarkable strength and resilience, and Little John is a sweet dog that's been through so much yet is so happy.

WESLEY CHAPEL, Fla. — After years of trying to have a baby and almost giving up, a miracle happened. Takiyah Scott found out in 2023 that she was pregnant. But early on, she and her husband got some pretty big news: their baby had Down syndrome.

Honeybee is a beautiful, smart, athletic girl, Cecilia is a gentle, well-mannered sweetheart, Grisol is the kind of little dog who quietly steals your heart.

TAMPA, Fla — Grass and tree pollen are just about everywhere. You may have a thick layer collecting on your car, and naturally, you want to wash it off.

Heidi's Legacy Dog Rescue, FLUFF Animal Rescue, and Compassion Kind. Gigi Loves to cuddle and is great with dogs, cars and kids.

Addison is proof that sometimes the toughest souls just need a chance, Graham is incredibly affectionate, a total social butterfly, and Syble the perfect medium-sized companion with an adorable personality to match.

TAMPA, Fla — Screens are everywhere: phones, tablets, laptops and televisions. And if you're a parent, raising kids in this highly digital world can be a challenge, especially as you work to protect their mental health.

BRANDON, Fla — A unique childcare option is now available to parents in the Tampa Bay area. KidsPark in Brandon is pay-as-you-go, so there are no contracts and reservations are not needed. If you need childcare, you simply show up and pay by the hour.