Health Resource Spotlight: Steps for Toothbrushing at the Table

By Laurie Rackas on November 14, 2018

The Problem:

Early childhood programs are great places to help children learn good health habits, including oral health habits. But having children brush one at a time at the sink can be messy and time consuming.

One Solution: 

A group activity known as toothbrushing at the table, in which children and staff sit around a table and brush together. It allows staff to model, coach, and encourage good toothbrushing skills. 

Topics: Parenting, Health & Safety

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Child Care and US: How Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies Can Help

By Guest Blogger on November 05, 2018

As a single parent, Sheena struggled to find high-quality, affordable child care. She found a child care resource and referral agency that helped her find the balance of affordability and quality.

Topics: Systems Building, Family & Community Engagement, Family Stories, Parenting

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Is My Child Safe?

It's natural to worry a little. Parents know that young children need constant supervision. They take steps to "childproof" their homes. And still, children's energy and curiosity can bring them into contact with safety hazards every day.

Topics: Best Practices, Parenting, Health & Safety

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¿Está Seguro Mi Hijo?

Es natural preocuparse un poco. Los padres saben que los niños pequeños necesitan supervisión constante. Toman medidas para poner sus casas "a prueba de niños." Y aun así, la energía y la curiosidad de los niños pueden ponerlos en contacto con peligros para su seguridad todos los días.

Topics: En español, Parenting, Health & Safety

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All In the Family - Using Relatives for Child Care

If a relative cares for your children while you work, you may have an ideal child care solution. Who can offer better care than a trusted family member? Like other parents, you may have selected relative care for one or more of the following reasons:

Topics: Best Practices, Parenting

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Todo Queda en la Familia - Cuidado de Ninos por Parientes

Si un pariente cuida a sus hijos mientras trabaja, usted tal vez haya encontrado una solución ideal para su cuidado. ¿Quién puede ofrecer mejor cuidado que un miembro de confianza de la familia? Al igual que otros padres, usted puede haber seleccionado a un pariente por una o más de las razones siguientes:

Topics: En español, Parenting

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