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MSU Extension seeking childcare providers to participate in innovative CSA, nutrition program
Published on November 3, 2022
By connecting caregivers to community farmers, Growing Healthy Eaters will increase access to local produce, educate providers about nutrition and teach children about gardening and agriculture. -
Caring adults make for stronger teens
Published on October 27, 2022
Strengthening adult connections in teens’ lives can help promote healthy relationships. -
Prevent the spread of germs on your children’s toys
Published on September 15, 2022
Don’t forget the toy box when you are cleaning. -
Forty six percent of teens report being online “almost constantly”
Published on September 1, 2022
Recent study highlights teens’ online experiences and use of several social media platforms. -
Nominate a childcare provider or farmer for the Michigan Grow More Award
Published on August 8, 2022
The Michigan Grow More Award is intended to acknowledge early care and education providers and farmers and food producers doing extraordinary work in farm to ECE. Nominate a farm to ECE champion by Friday, September 9. -
CDC recommends COVID-19 vaccine for children under age 5
Published on July 7, 2022
Pediatric COVID-19 vaccines are now available. -
Pantry to preschool strengthens nutrition security for northern Michigan families
Published on June 16, 2022
Through innovative thinking, MSU Extension and Father Fred Food Pantry are bringing food security to Michigan families. -
Teaching children to be prepared in emergencies
Published on February 23, 2022
Activity books, videos, and other resources can help parents, caregivers and teachers prepare young children for emergencies. -
What to know about breastfeeding
Published on January 27, 2022
The benefits of breastfeeding, as well as tips for new parents. -
The Mindful Father - part one in a series about fatherhood, male caregivers, and mindfulness
Published on December 14, 2021
An introduction to the importance of mindfulness for fathers and male caregivers.