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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.
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 two in a series about fatherhood, male caregivers, and mindfulness.

Published on December 14, 2021
Empathy and the importance of mindfulness for fathers and male caregivers.
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.
A second Farm to Early Care and Education Implementation Grant will further expand farm to ECE efforts in Michigan

Published on December 8, 2021
An additional $90,900 grant will grow connections between early care and education providers and food producers in Michigan.
Helping siblings get along

Published on November 11, 2021
A certain amount of arguing and fighting between siblings is normal; however, there are things caregivers can do to help children learn to get along.