Family Connections

At Family Connections, we provide a range of services, including Child-Parent Psychotherapy. Check out this study to learn more about this therapeutic approach!

Caregiver–child relationships are a critical component of early childhood development. The environmental conditions where children and their caregivers live affect these relationships, both positively and negatively. 💡 To learn more & hear from our Founding Director, Dr. Jack Shonkoff, click here: https://wbur.fm/3NMZeW9

From before they are born through their earliest years, babies and toddlers are developing neural connections at an extraordinary rate. These connections form the foundation for lifelong success. How are these neural connections created and strengthened? Through interactions with attentive caregivers who provide nurturing and responsive care: serve and return. Serve and return involves responsive interactions between babies and their caregivers. These interactions are crucial for helping children grow and reach their full potential. This National Parent's Day, we would like to celebrate you—the parents who create secure attachments that help shape the trajectory of a child's life.

We are hiring! Please check out our Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant role!

We are so excited to grow into Daly City and to fill the gaps identified by families in the community!

💙 April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness and take action to protect our youngest and most vulnerable. It reminds us of our collective responsibility to foster nurturing environments for children. As we spotlight this crucial cause, it's essential to recognize the critical role caregivers play in early learning programs but also in prevention! Caregiver participation in early learning programs isn't just about academic preparation; it's a gateway to building stronger, more resilient communities. At Family Connections, caregiver participation provides a unique opportunity to engage with children in a safe, supportive setting, encouraging positive social interactions and the development of critical emotional skills. Moreover, caregiver participation programs provide a space for caregivers to connect, share experiences, and access resources, enhancing their ability to create safe and enriching environments for every child. It's about creating a connected community that looks out for one another, where a child's safety is everyone's priority. 💙 💙 Abril es el Mes Nacional de Prevención del Abuso Infantil, un momento para crear conciencia y tomar medidas para proteger a nuestros más pequeñitos/as y vulnerables. Nos recuerda de nuestra responsabilidad colectiva de fomentar espacios enriquecedores para los niño(a)s. Mientras destacamos esta causa crucial, es esencial reconocer el papel fundamental que desempeñan los cuidadores en los programas de aprendizaje temprano, ¡pero también en la prevención! La participación de los cuidadores en programas de aprendizaje temprano no se trata sólo de preparación académica; es una puerta de entrada para construir comunidades más fuertes y resilientes. En Family Connections, la participación de los cuidadores brinda una oportunidad única de interactuar con los niño(a)s en un ambiente seguro y de apoyo, fomentando interacciones sociales positivas y el desarrollo de habilidades emocionales críticas. Además, los programas que incluyen la participación de cuidadores brindan un espacio para que los cuidadores se conecten, compartan experiencias y accedan a recursos, mejorando su capacidad para crear entornos seguros y enriquecedores para cada niño(a). Se trata de crear una comunidad conectada que se cuida uno a otro, donde la seguridad de un niño(a) es la prioridad de todos. 💙

Please consider attending this wonderful, free workshop! ¡Por favor considere asistir a este maravilloso taller gratuito!

In the first three years, a child's brain is at its most remarkable and delicate phase of development, setting the stage for a lifetime of learning, emotions, and relationships. 🧠 Dive into the fascinating world of baby and toddler brain science and discover how these foundational years shape our futures: https://bit.ly/3PNw8py

Reading together can be a wonderful way to bond with children and build their language and literacy skills! 📖 Here are some ways to make the most of shared reading time with little ones: • Create a reading ritual to help them feel safe and connected, like a consistent time or a special reading spot. 🛋️ • Model good reading habits by showing them how to interact with books and how to make reading fun. 📚 • Let children lead the way by having them choose a book and giving them time to explore each page and notice details. 🔎 Reading together creates a foundation for children to become lifelong readers! For more resources on language and literacy, visit: https://lnkd.in/dBwKnheT

Play is a powerful tool for young children to explore feelings and build resilience. Read Abby's Broken Wand storybook to help little ones move through tough times: https://lnkd.in/ejAmFsf6 #Resources