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Miracle Babies, a nonprofit organization whose mission is dedicated to helping perinatal mothers and their families during their time of need by providing transportation, mental health assistance and supportive services, will be hosting its next diaper distribution on Saturday, September 9, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., at the Jack in the Box Corporate Office in Kearney Mesa (9357 Spectrum Center Blvd., San Diego, 92123). Registered guests will be able to attend the free diaper distribution from 10 a.m. to Noon and then it will open to the public from 11:30 a.m. to Noon. Over 350 local families are anticipated to attend. Registration is open through Friday September 8 at Noon or until supplies last. Miracle Babies has supplied over 1.3 million diapers throughout the pandemic to families in need. To ease the burden of financial stress, diaper drives are for all families, not just families with Miracle Babies. The San Diego Sci-Fi Coalition, a volunteer group that dresses up as superheroes and attends charity events, will assist Miracle Babies’ staff and volunteers distribute thousands of diapers, menstrual supply products, and other PPE products. The American Medical Response (AMR) will also provide free car seat safety inspections on a limited basis. Families in need of products should register online at the Miracles Babies website to ensure availability of diaper sizes. Diaper donations and volunteers are welcome and accepted at all distributions. Visit the Miracle Babies website to sign up to volunteer at the next diaper distribution and impact the lives of over 300 families. Major thanks to the following sponsors: Jack in the Box, Baby2Baby, Rent-A-Center, San Diego Food Bank, San Diego Sci-Fi Coalition, and American Medical Response (AMR). To register for an upcoming diaper distribution, volunteer, or donate visit: https://www.miraclebabies.org/diaper-distributions/ ABOUT MIRACLE BABIES Miracle Babies is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit whose mission is dedicated to helping perinatal mothers and their families during their time of need by providing transportation, mental health assistance and supportive services. Our tagline is “Together for a better beginning,” reflecting the importance of this family connection in the critical early weeks and months of an infant’s life and its linkage to improved health outcomes. Transportation issues, including the increasing cost of gas, hospital parking fees, or medically unable to drive are significant barriers that many families in San Diego County, Los Angeles, and Orange County must overcome to be with their babies. Miracle Babies newest initiative, My Brain & My Baby, aims to support mothers suffering from perinatal anxiety or depression with early detection and acute medical care. By providing free transportation and mental health assistance to families, Miracle Babies helps alleviate the stressors of everyday life resulting in better health outcomes for the growth and development of baby. For more information about Miracle Babies, please visit www.miraclebabies.org or email info@miraclebabies.org.

In Africa, there is a shortage of specialists and a lack of financial support for families who can't afford therapy. We look at how three families are coping.

The 2023 Island Vibe Music Festival is a one-day event that incorporates musical performers from across the Pacific Islands including Polynesia, Micronesia, and Melanesia. The event will also feature unique cultural dancers, a vendor village showcasing Islander–inspired merchandise, art, apparel and the taste of the Islands with mouth-watering foods. All ages Tickets available online and at the gate Surf Sports Park 14989 Via De La Valle, Del Mar, CA 92014 Minutes Off The 5 Freeway Outdoor Grass Venue

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New laws could make an impact on San Diego's housing crisis.

If you care for someone who refuses help, join us to explore what causes resistance in people living with dementia. Develop new strategies that strengthen relationships, build trust, and preserve dignity. This class is presented by local non-profit Alzheimer's San Diego and pre-registration is recommended. Register at the ticket link, and learn more at www.alzsd.org/services/education.

A program designed for individuals living with early-stage memory loss and their care partners to learn strategies for adapting to daily challenges, enhancing health and well-being, and planning for the future. This class is presented by local non-profit Alzheimer's San Diego and pre-registration is recommended. Register at the ticket link, and learn more at www.alzsd.org/services/education.

The state is losing population as it builds homes at its fastest clip in more than a decade.

American drivers, on average, wasted 51 hours last year sitting in traffic jams, costing $869, according to a new report. Chicago had the worst traffic, with drivers losing 155 hours to congestion.

Authorities found straps dangling from a truck that left a prison kitchen early Wednesday. The suspect, last seen wearing a chef's uniform, is an ex-soldier accused of planting fake bombs and spying.