Nourishing Michigan’s Future during the summer! Find a Summer Food Service Program site nearest you and encourage Michigan’s children to Meet Up and Eat Up! www.michigan.gov/meetupeatup See files below for more info!
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July 13 – August 31, 2022 | 12 – 2 p.m.Wednesdays: July 13, 20, 27 August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31Who can attend Foster Parents Adoptive Parents Relative Caregivers Birth Parents What you’ll learn How trauma can affect a child’s behavior, feelings, and view of the world in profound...
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Asweets recalls wood baby activity push walkers due to strangulation hazard. Consumers should immediately take the recalled walkers away from children, stop using them until repaired and contact Asweets for instructions on getting free replacement rear wheels. Contact Asweets: Toll-free at 833-422-2028 By email at info@asweets.com Online at www.wonderandwise.com/productrecalls/activitywalker
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The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is praising a new federal law that will improve efforts to make sure infants sleep in a safe environment. The Safe Sleep for Babies Act, signed by President Joe Biden last week, makes it illegal to sell padded bumper pads and...
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The American Academy of Pediatrics Parenting website HealthyChildren.org answers the question: With the baby formula shortage, what should I do if I can’t find any? Keep in mind, this advice is strictly for URGENT situations. If you have any concerns about your baby’s nutrition, please talk with your pediatrician or health care provider....
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Allergy season is upon us. For many of us that means itchy eyes, runny noses, sneezing, and a myriad of other irritating symptoms. But for millions of children, these seasonal (and other year-round) allergens can cause more serious complications. Across the United States, 5 million children have asthma which...
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The CDC milestone checklists now represent when 75% of children have attained a developmental skill. The old checklists represented when 50% of children attained a developmental skill. The new milestone checklists are intended to provide clear guidance for when referral is warranted. The average age at which children achieve...
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Results from our Annual Parent & Family Survey are in! The Parent and Family Committee has reviewed the Annual Parent and Family Survey results. Over 150 parents responded to our survey. Congratulations to our 3 winners: Torrie C., Katheryn B., and Luva M. They completed our Annual Parent Survey...
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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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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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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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