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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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
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...
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!
Annual Parent Family Survey/ Health/ Mental Health/ Social Emotional Health
Mental Health Support for Myself or Child
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...
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...
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...
