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Pops rocked: postpartum depression and the father figure Part 1

Published on December 8, 2022
Postpartum depression can have lasting impacts on both fathers and children.
Third Year of Farm to Early Care and Education Implementation Grant Funding continues expansion of Michigan Farm to ECE efforts

Published on November 30, 2022
An additional $63,000 grant will support Michigan Farm to Early Care and Education efforts.
Thankfulness is more than the words you say

Published on November 16, 2022
Help children learn real gratitude through everyday practices.
Teaching an attitude of gratitude to young children

Published on November 14, 2022
Modeling thankfulness can help instill the character trait of gratitude and caring in your child’s life.
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.