News and Discussions

The latest news and discussions on the topics of family health, parent education and child development.

Reflections on 2023 Health of Women and Children Report

The new America’s Health Rankings 2023 Health of Women and Children Report by the United Health Foundation underscores the importance of our work.

Looking Back & Moving Forward with Veronda Durden

President & CEO Veronda L. Durden shares some key successes from the last year, and a look ahead at serving families in Central Texas.

Recognizing Leader in Parent Education

Cora Cramer wins the 2023 Ruth Wells Award, a employee recognition award for her commitment to children and families in Central Texas.

Kids Art Contest Winners!

Our kids art contest was an opportunity for our young clients to share what “family” means to them.

2023 Texas Legislative Session Update

Any Baby Can played a pivotal role in the 2023 legislative session, collaborating with key partners to advocate for well-being of parents and children.

Growth Mindset for Parenting

Growth mindset—the idea that your skills improve through effort, practice and learning—applies to parenting too!

Improving Mother-Baby Outcomes

When a mother is supported in pregnancy and throughout parenthood, the person who benefits the most is the child.

A Little Goes a Long Way in Supporting Children

A little goes a long way in allowing a family to focus on what children need to thrive.

A Legacy Lives on Through Giving

After facing the diagnosis of childhood cancer, the Duke family created a legacy through giving for their daughter Emma.

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Serving as a Family Resource Center

Any Baby Can serves as a family resource center in Austin, Texas, bringing referrals, resources, and community space to local families with young children.

Poverty and Its Effect on Families in Texas

For a long time, many people believed that poverty was a personal failure—but poverty is a systemic failure. And families can face extreme circumstances while parenting in poverty.

A Foundation Built on Hope

Veronda Durden shares how we're not getting discouraged, how we're expanding our reach, and what you can do today.

How Well-Being of Caregivers Affects Children

Maternal health and women’s health is key to giving children a better future. Learn how Any Baby Can empowers families through maternal health, mental health, and systemic change in Texas.

2025 Texas Legislative Session Recap

During the 89th Texas Legislative Session, Any Baby Can championed funding for early childhood, mental health, and funding and policies that benefit families.

Kids Art Contest Winners 2025!

Our kids art contest was an opportunity for our young clients to share what “love and family” means to them.

Trauma-Informed Practices to Support Families

Any Baby Can is embedding trauma-informed practices throughout our organization, including TBRI® training, to better meet the needs of the families we serve.

Volunteers Align Mission with Service

Volunteer spotlight on some amazing volunteer groups: Greater Texas Federal Credit Union, Radiant Plumbing & Air Conditioning and NCL Capital of Texas.

Essential Services at Stake: Legislative Decisions

Funding programs that improve a child’s health, school readiness and parental well-being should be a priority this legislative session.

LEADERS IN FAMILY SERVICES

We foster strong, resilient families to reach their full potential. We adapt and respond as the needs of families in our community evolve.