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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Community Partner/ Developmental Milestones/ Education/ Parent Resources/ Resources
Community Partner/ Developmental Milestones/ Education/ Parent Resources/ Resources
Attention Businesses, Agencies, Organizations, and Non-Profits Do you cater to the needs of young children (Birth to age 8) with or without disabilities? Consider being a sponsor, vendor, or exhibitor at the 2023 Michigan Division for Early Childhood Conference. Theme: “All Means ALL“ Friday, May 5, 2023, 8:30 a.m....
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Food/ Health/ Housing/ Parent Resources/ Resources/ Transportation
Food/ Health/ Housing/ Parent Resources/ Resources/ Transportation
The Community Needs Assessment and Evaluation Workgroup of the Human Services Collaborative Body has compiled a 25-page resource guide with steps to take to manage during difficult times. You can access it here: https://www.livgov.com/hscb/Documents/2022%20Community%20Resource%20Guide.pdf. The most up-to-date version can always be found online under the Resource Box here: https://www.livgov.com/hscb
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Child Care/ Parent Resources/ Preschool/ Resources/ Scholarships
Child Care/ Parent Resources/ Preschool/ Resources/ Scholarships
Grants will help tackle child care crisis The State of Michigan has opened applications for start up grants to lower costs for entrepreneurs looking to start or expand a child care business. Through this opportunity there are many resources available such as webinars, toolkits and a navigator to help with...
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Mental Health/ Parent Resources/ Resources/ Social Emotional Health/ Support
Mental Health/ Parent Resources/ Resources/ Social Emotional Health/ Support
The Great Start Livingston Pediatric and Family Health Committee is please to share the Summer 2022 Social-Emotional Supports and Services Resource Guide) for Livingston County families and children prenatal to age 8. This guide will help you identify local workshops, classes, therapy and supports to strengthen and develop social-emotional...
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Developmental Milestones/ Health/ Outdoor Activities/ Parent Resources/ Play/ Resources/ Summer
Developmental Milestones/ Health/ Outdoor Activities/ Parent Resources/ Play/ Resources/ Summer
“Live in the sunshine. Swim in the sea. Drink in the wild air.” -Ralph Waldo Emerson- Summer is a great time to get kids outdoors. The benefits of exposing children to nature early in life have been well documented. According to Ming Kuo, Ph.D., a researcher at the University of Illinois at...
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Developmental Milestones/ Health/ Outdoor Activities/ Parent Resources/ Play/ Resources/ Safety/ Summer
Developmental Milestones/ Health/ Outdoor Activities/ Parent Resources/ Play/ Resources/ Safety/ Summer
Let the Summer Fun begin. However you spend your summer, here are a few tips to keep your adventures as safe as they are fun. Safe at Home and Play Never leave a child unattended in a car. Hydrate! Take frequent water breaks in the shade to cool off and...
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Doula/ Infant/ Parent Resources/ Pregnancy/ Prenatal/ Press Release/ Resources
Doula/ Infant/ Parent Resources/ Pregnancy/ Prenatal/ Press Release/ Resources
Press Release – July 5, 2022 The Region 9 Perinatal Quality Collaborative (PQC) received grant funding from the Michigan Health Endowment Fund to expand the Doula workforce to include more diverse representation to promote accessible, welcoming, culturally, and racially aligned labor support to address health disparities and improve birth outcomes. The...
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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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