Your Child - Tips for Parents Being a parent can bring joy, but raising a little one can also be tiring and nerve racking. There are many things to consider and learn – here’s where we can help! The resources below provide a number of tips for parenting through all kinds of sticky situations – and happy moments too. Also, don’t forget to check out our blog for tons of other insights into raising little ones! Need additional support? Fill out our Family Info Form to be connected to our staff. Cloth Diapering Curious about using cloth? Ever wondered if cloth was for you? Use our resources below to learn about cloth diapering from a local cloth diapering expert. Lauren will cover types cloth diapers, washing and storage, advantages/disadvantages and more! Get One-on-One SupportConnect with a Family Support Specialist for additional help with your parenting needs. Pedir soporte en español. Request Support Changing a Cloth Diaper Spraying Cloth Diapers Cloth Diapering Tip Sheet Pañales de Tela Washing Cloth Diapers Cloth Diapering 101 Webinar RecordingFeeding How you feed your newborn is the first nutrition decision you make for your child. Whether you decide to breastfeed, bottle feed, or do a combination of both, we can help you understand what’s right for you and your baby. As your child grows, we also provide resources on how and when to start solid foods and make meal times positive. Tips for Starting Your Breastfed Baby in Child Care Webinar Recording Infant Feeding Tip Sheet Paced Bottle Feeding Making meal times positive Blog Post Breastfeeding: Your Questions Answered A to Z Webinar Recording Involving Children with Food Infant Feeding and Sleep Routines Webinar Recording Toddler Mealtime Basics Going back to work: What does that mean for breastfeeding? Blog Post Breastfeeding Support from Child Care Answers La Nutrición para sus hijos/as e ideas básicas para mantenerlos/as en una dieta saludable Webinar RecordingBedtime Basics We all know that sleep can be hard to come by during these early years. Learn from a local expert on what to expect during the first year and beyond and how to set up a space that is safest and most conducive for your child’s sleep. Bedtime Basics Tip Sheet Lo esencial para la hora de dormir Typical Sleep Patterns for Children Under 3 Understanding Infant & Toddler Sleep Webinar Recording Infant Feeding and Sleep Routines Webinar Recordings Establishing a Solid Infant Sleep Routine Safe Sleep Tips for Cribs Sleep Transitions: Making the Move from Crib to Toddler Bed Biting Biting by infants, toddlers, and two-year olds is a typical behavior. As children gain language, selfcontrol, and problem-solving skills, they usually outgrow it. Yet, biting is often upsetting to families; understanding the whys and how to support your child is the first step in responding appropriately. Get tips on how to best respond below! Hitting, Biting & Tantrums, Oh My! Tips on Responding to Toddler Behaviors Webinar Recording Understanding and Responding to Children Who Bite Webinar Recording Biting Tip Sheet Infantes y niños/as mordiendoPotty Training Ready to take the plunge into potty training, but not sure where to start? Learn about the signs and readiness cues of potty training & learn what equipment is necessary, helpful, and unnecessary in your toddler’s journey to undies! Potty Training Tip Sheet Entrenamiento Para Ir Al Baño Potty Training Children with Special Needs Ready, Set, Potty Time! Webinar Recording Toilet Training Children with Special Needs Webinar Recording All aboard for potty training Blog Post Handwashing for ChildrenReading to Your Child You’ve heard it before – reading is fundamental! Get tips from our staff on how to make the most of your read aloud time – and share some of these read alouds with your little ones! Tips for Making the Most out of Read-aloud Time Bedtime Stories with CCA Staff Inspiring your preschoolers to be readers and artists Blog PostSchool Transitions Whether it’s her first day in child care, first day in kindergarten, or first day of summer vacation, we’re here to provide guidance and tools to get your little one ready and know what to expect. We also know the challenges of transitioning to home during the pandemic – let us help! Kindergarten Transition Guide Getting Back into a School Routine Webinar Recording eLearning Success Tips Building Your Child’s School Readiness Skills from Birth Webinar Recording Tips for Starting Your Breastfed Baby in Child Care Webinar Recording “The New Normal” – Resource list for transitioning back after the pandemicBehaviors, Milestones, and More Questions about whether your child’s behaviors are “typical”? Wanting to get a handle on managing difficult or defiant behavior? We’ve got you covered. What Should My Child Be Doing? Webinar Recording Hitos del Desarrollo de su pequeño Webinar Recording Talking to Children about Race Hitting, Biting & Tantrums, Oh My! Tips on Responding to Toddler Behaviors Webinar Recording Mindfulness Modeling for Parents & Caregivers Webinar Recording Developing Young Children’s Emotional Regulation Skills through Everyday Experiences Webinar Recording Using Rewards and Consequences to Manage Behaviors Webinar Recording Scrub up! Handwashing with children Creating a Safe Environment for Young Children: Child Proofing & Safety Webinar Recording Helping Your Child Develop Empathy Webinar Recording Strategies for Supporting Your Child’s Independence Webinar Recording Using Behavioral Strategies to Decrease Challenging Behaviors Webinar Recording The Secret Language of Toddlers: The Meaning Behind Their Behaviors Webinar Recording ABCs of Managing BehaviorsFamily Activities Looking for ideas about activities that you can do with your child? Check out our ideas below! 20 STEM Activity Ideas Hands-On Play Ideas Webinars (3) Choosing the Best Toys for Your Child Blog Post Craft Corner: Chalk Paint STEM Activities for Toddlers Blog Post Exploring with ChalkChildren with Special Needs Below are some resources we’ve created specifically for families with children with special needs. You can also check out our Children with Special Needs page to learn more about our services or the services of our partners. 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