ZERO TO THREE

Promoting the healthy development and flourishing of young children by fostering early relational health is critical for comprehensive well-child services, as set forth in Bright Futures Guidelines. On Tuesday, September 10, 1:30-3 PM EDT, the Early Childhood Developmental Health Systems (ECDHS): Evidence to Impact Center will host a webinar spotlighting the family-engaged Well Visit Planner approach, which is designed to advance “through any door” health promotion and prevention services. This webinar is for family leaders, early child health professionals, system leaders, and community-based partners. Participants will learn about child flourishing and available data to inform and spark state and local partnerships and hear about the practical application of the Well Visit Planner in a community health center setting. Register today: https://bit.ly/3yTw7vN

Family circumstances, like homelessness, deeply affect a child’s potential and relationships. Homelessness is rarely an isolated issue and poses lasting impacts on infants and toddlers, who are often overlooked in these situations. It's crucial for early childhood professionals to recognize and address the specific needs of these vulnerable young children. Read more: https://bit.ly/3AyMrCs

➡️ If you're just starting your career in early childhood ➡️ Register now to level up: The Growing Brain Basics: Webinar Series Discover how to build better brains from the bottom up: https://bit.ly/3ABmFOf

We believe that families shouldn't have to choose between affordable, high-quality child care and a safe place to live. Our nation stands at a pivotal moment for policy and progress. Both parties are discussing ways to move forward, and now is the time for action. Read more from the Los Angeles Times and chief policy officer Miriam Calderon: https://lat.ms/4dE5URe

Cross Sites 2024 is taking place this week in Grapevine, Texas! Executive Director Matthew Melmed opened the event with this powerful statement on the first three years. 💪🏽 The Cross Sites annual meeting is a national learning center for sharing ideas and innovative practices focused on supporting infants, toddlers, and families in or at risk of entering the child welfare system. This year's theme, Rooted In, underscores the strengths of the Safe Babies approach that prioritizes the well-being of children and families. We're joined by 600 early childhood professionals from 33 states, including judicial officers, state and community coordinators, parent leaders and more.

Are you a pediatric practice or health system in New York interested in implementing HealthySteps? We're excited to share a new funding opportunity to help expand the HealthySteps program in NY through the NY Office of Mental Health. HealthySteps a team-based, integrated care approach that is all about making sure our youngest children, from birth to age three, get the mental and physical health care they need in a comfortable and familiar setting—right in their pediatrician’s office. This approach is designed to be accessible for everyone. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eSpFVax4

Be a Big Voice for Little Kids this election season! #ThinkBabiesandVote Download the toolkit: https://bit.ly/4dO8NOT #Election2024 #Vote2024

Early childhood educators create nurturing environments, foster curiosity, promote language and communication skills, facilitate social interactions and introduce foundational academic concepts during this critical time of brain development. Studies consistently show quality early childhood programs result in reduced rates of grade repetition, special education, and juvenile delinquency, leading to long-term cost savings for society. By providing better pay and compensation to early childhood educators, we promote the delivery of high-quality programs, maximizing these long-term economic benefits. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ekQzBGBg

Infants and toddlers learn so many things through play. When babies and toddlers get more chances to use their natural skills through play-based learning activities, they tend to stay engaged and creative learners even as they grow up. As early childhood professionals and parents, our job is to provide the tools and give them the freedom to learn at their own pace. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3VEalEQ

A form of psychotherapy to address early childhood trauma childhood can slow down cellular aging and prevent serious diseases later in life, according to a new study. Rahil Briggs, national director of HealthySteps, highlights the link between maternal mental health and really good interventions with the physical well-being of infants. Read more: https://bit.ly/3MeoG5f