Infant/ Parent Education/ Parent Resources/ Resources/ Safety/ Sleep
Infant/ Parent Education/ Parent Resources/ Resources/ Safety/ Sleep
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends a firm, flat sleep surface for your baby. A crib, bassinet, or pack and play that follows the safety standards of the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is recommended. The mattress should be covered by a tightly fitted sheet with no other bedding or...
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Advocacy/ Grandparents/ Parent Coalition/ Parent Education/ Parent Representation
Advocacy/ Grandparents/ Parent Coalition/ Parent Education/ Parent Representation
Registration is now open for the inaugural Michele Corey Child Advocacy Summit, presented by Michigan’s Children, and targeted to honor grassroots advocates and activists working to make Michigan a more equitable place for children, youth and families. The day-long program takes place on April 27, 2023 at the Lansing Radisson Hotel.  ...
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Baby Fair/ Education/ Events/ MDHHS/ Parent Education/ Virtual Events
Baby Fair/ Education/ Events/ MDHHS/ Parent Education/ Virtual Events
LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is hosting three virtual baby fairs for new or expecting parents in December. At the events, families will have opportunities to learn about available resources, important health and safety information and ask questions directly to program experts. The events...
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Community events/ Education/ Events/ Language/ Literacy/ Parent Education/ Parent Resources/ Reading/ Summer
Community events/ Education/ Events/ Language/ Literacy/ Parent Education/ Parent Resources/ Reading/ Summer
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 to read and help develop...
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Baby Fair/ Breastfeeding/ Community events/ Home Visiting/ Infant/ MDHHS/ Parent Education/ Parent Resources/ Prenatal/ Resources/ Safety/ Sleep/ Virtual Events
Baby Fair/ Breastfeeding/ Community events/ Home Visiting/ Infant/ MDHHS/ Parent Education/ Parent Resources/ Prenatal/ Resources/ Safety/ Sleep/ Virtual Events
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 questions to experts. Tuesday, June...
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Community events/ Events/ Parent Education/ Parent Resources/ Virtual Events/ Virtual Learning
Community events/ Events/ Parent Education/ Parent Resources/ Virtual Events/ Virtual Learning
Register now for an upcoming workshop:  Basic Assumptions which ‘Defeat Parents’ – Tuesday, March 2, 6:30-8pm via Zoom with Phil Hamberg, LCSW, LMFT.   Join us as we learn more about discipline, helping your child deal with trauma, support systems children need, good & bad praise and more! Parents, early childhood providers, home visitors and others are...
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Community events/ Events/ Grandparents/ Parent Coalition/ Parent Education/ Parent Resources/ Virtual Events
Community events/ Events/ Grandparents/ Parent Coalition/ Parent Education/ Parent Resources/ Virtual Events
4-session workshop for parents & caregivers of Livingston County children ages 0-5   Created by PBS Kids in Collaboration with MSU Extension Thursdays:  March 4, 11, 18, 25  7 – 8:30 pm via Zoom (Zoom link will be sent after registration) Workshop Kit Pick up (Kit includes handouts, workbook and 3 children’s...
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Baby Fair/ Community events/ Events/ Health/ Parent Education/ Parent Resources
Baby Fair/ Community events/ Events/ Health/ Parent Education/ Parent Resources
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Virtual Baby Fair Are you a new or expecting parent? Join us 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 questions to experts. Participating...
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