Any Baby Can improves the lives of children by strengthening them and their families through education, therapy and family support services.
When Shequita found out she was pregnant with her first child, she didn’t know where to turn. She didn’t know how to care for herself during pregnancy and didn’t know how to prepare for having a baby. Shequita knew she needed help, but family urged her not to share her concerns or let any “outsiders” become involved.
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On any given day, Max Nagy bursts into song. His repertoire ranges from Spanish ABC’s to Taylor Swift – pretty cute for a six year old. Singing isn’t Max’s only talent these days. He also loves rock climbing, riding his bike, and reading “The Hungry, Hungry Caterpillar.” What makes these accomplishments all the sweeter is that when he was born Max’s parents didn’t know if he’d even walk, much less rock climb.
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At just eight years old, Jim was diagnosed with Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia. Within a matter of days, he went from recess and third grade homeroom to five months of intensive chemotherapy treatments.
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As a child, Nain Yepez was interested in gardening because he got his allowance by watering the family’s plants. But what started as a way to earn money has become a lifelong passion and a teaching tool at Any Baby Can.
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As Natalie and Stephron drove to the hospital, they felt the nervous excitement that most parents-to-be experience. But soon, fear took over. After their son Camrin was born, doctors diagnosed him with an underdeveloped cerebellum, which causes delays in motor skill development. “I didn’t know what to expect,” said Natalie. “It was so scary.”
Read more about A Future, Redefined31,000
adults in Travis County have mental health issues
12%
of babies born in Travis County are preterm
35%
of pregnant women receive inadequate prenatal care
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