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tips for having back and forth conversations with your baby

Baby, let’s talk! Serve and return

  • parenting

Having back-and-forth conversations with your baby, even before they can use words, helps them learn and develop language. It’s easy and fun to do.

Test your knowledge of early childhood

  • child development

The more you know about child development, the better you can meet your child’s needs and help them learn and grow.
Woman holding smiling baby

Parents: Be a voice for young kids and families in your Arizona community

  • AZ communities

P​arents of young children and other volunteers are needed to help impact the early childhood services and programs available in local communities across…
parents with toddlers

Make the most of their early years

  • parenting

Your child’s first five years will have a big impact on their future. Learn how you can help them develop and grow.
Shopping with your child can help them eat better

Tips to get your toddler to try (and eventually like) new foods

  • health & nutrition

Young kids can be reluctant to try new things to eat. Here are some ways to motivate your toddler to take that first bite.

Santa brings joy, but he can also cause stress

  • social-emotional development

For many families, a visit with Santa Claus is a holiday tradition, but it doesn’t always go to plan. Get tips on how to manage your expectations and…
Reduce holiday stress for your kids

Helping young kids have a happy holiday season

  • social-emotional development

The holidays can mean disrupted routines and unfamiliar faces and places. Get some tips to make your child more comfortable.

Teaching young kids about gratitude

  • parenting

Gratitude can be a difficult concept for toddlers and preschoolers. The holiday season is a good time to help them learn some important life lessons.

Ease young kids into Halloween for a smooth experience

  • social-emotional development

To have a smooth and safe holiday for young children, parents and caregivers should be on the lookout for fears and anxieties.

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