Communication is a necessary part of life. Use these resources to help develop communication skills with your child(ren). Resources from MSU Extension The three T’s of communication: Tuning in to your child Talking more with your child Taking turns with your child Language development to support communication Part 1:...
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Right from birth, babies are listening, looking, and learning. The first few years set the stage for the rest of a child’s life. Find and enjoy everyday moments when you can talk, sing, read, and play with your child. Spend time together while you read aloud to help create...
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Great Start Livingston – To receive information about upcoming FREE/Low-Cost parent workshops Join our Email distribution to and/or Like/Follow us on Great Start Livingston Facebook MSU Extension, Parenting Education Sleeping, Crying, Driving FREE 3-week online course for parents Videos and interactive content on infant safe sleep, how to...
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Schools are currently accepting registrations and enrolling children into Kindergarten. Starting school is an important time in a child’s life and children’s readiness for school is important to us. If your child will be age 5 by September 1, 2022 – we encourage you to register him/her for Kindergarten...
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Click on the links below from Michigan Department of Health and Human Services for information on how to keep your baby safe while he/she sleeps! Safe Sleep for Your Baby Baby Sleeping & Eating – What is Normal?
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Great Start Livingston – Child Development Resources Ages and Stages Questionnaire – FREE developmental screening tool and resources for children 2 months to 5 years Early On – Help for infants and toddlers (ages birth -3) who have developmental delays or are at risk for delays due to certain...
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Local Breastfeeding Resources Livingston County Health Department Resources, Breastfeeding Resources: Breastfeeding Rights Wallet Card – Do you have questions or concerns about your breastfeeding rights in the workplace? Breastfeeding Class – For expectant mothers and support persons. Currently via Zoom- Call 517- 546- 5459 to set up an appointment. 2nd Wednesday of...
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The Arc of Livingston County – Advocacy, information and referrals to support people with developmental disabilities, and their families, in Livingston County Children’s Special Health Care Services (CSHCS) – Financial help and family support for children with chronic health conditions, 1-800-359-3722
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Period of PURPLE Crying – A way to understand your baby’s crying during a period of normal infant development. Most babies begin this period from about 2 weeks to 4 months old. What does PURPLE crying stand for? Click HERE to learn more and how you can help and...
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Postpartum Support International 1-800-944-4773 Livingston Catholic Charities – Mental Health Counseling Services Suicide Prevention Hotline – 1-800-273-8255 Make sure to talk with your doctor!
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Community Mental Health – Child & family therapy and psychiatric services Programs Intake process or call 517-546-4126 Livingston Catholic Charities – Counseling NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Social Emotional Resources – Local Counseling & Therapy Mental Health Resources – MDHHS (Michigan Department of Health and Human Services)
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Great Start Livingston – Social Emotional Resources Below are some resources and activities which will help you support your child’s social-emotional development as they prepare for kindergarten: Transition to Kindergarten – Social Emotional Development Everyday interactions and activities can help your child continue to grow and develop their social-emotional...
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Help with reducing challenging behavior Click on Backpack Connection in Related Resources for parent tip sheets Tips for helping with specific behavior issues MSU Extension – Click on the following to understand why children might misbehave and how to effectively respond: Attention Power Hurt Feelings Inadequacy Talk with your...
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Great Start Livingston Parent Coalition – Connect with other parents through playgroups, parent workshops, and monthly parent Coalition meetings. Meetings Upcoming events Great Start Livingston Families Facebook Group – Facebook support group for Livingston County parents of children ages 0-8 to connect and support each other on their parenting...
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Great Start Livingston & Community Events Great Start Livingston – To receive information about upcoming FREE/Low-Cost supports, services, and activities in Livingston County for parents & families. Join our Email distribution and/or Like us on Facebook here: Great Start Livingston Facebook Livingston County Families of young children, this Facebook...
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