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
MDHHS/ Safety/ Sleep
MDHHS alerts caregivers about new Safe Sleep for Babies Act prohibiting sale of crib bumper pads and inclined sleepers
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...
Community events/ Education/ Events/ Language/ Literacy/ Parent Education/ Parent Resources/ Reading/ Summer
Summer Reading
It is time for Summer Reading Programs and activities! Summer Reading Programs are easy, fun and for all ages! All of our county libraries have fun events planned this summer. The libraries provide free/low-cost activities for children and families. Summer Reading programs encourage children...
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Virtual Baby Fair – Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
Are you a new or expecting parent? Join the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) for a virtual baby fair to learn how to be better prepared for your best adventure yet! Learn about resources available to you, important information, and ask...
From State Representative, 42nd District, Ann Bollin’s May Newsletter: Michigan children who use American Sign Language to communicate do not currently have access to many of the resources available to their peers. There is no system to help families track a child’s language benchmarks...
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...
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...
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...
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...
