The Child Environmental Health Network (CEHN) is an amazing resources for family and child care providers in helping create healthier environments for children. Here are Child Environmental Health Networks top ten tips to create healthier environments for children and...

This the perfect time of the Year to learn where seeds can be found, how they feel, look and taste. Children can learn how seeds grow into plants and what it takes for seeds to grow!

Read “from seed to plant” or other favorite books on gardening seeds and/or plants...

Getting Back to Basics

Have you ever noticed how kids tend to have fun with things as simple as a cardboard box? It's true. 

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) report on the importance of play explains that inexpensive toys such as blocks, balls, jump ropes and buc...

It’s national Breastfeeding month! We believe breastfeeding is important in infant nutrition and development. That is why we are working on helping moms and child care providers feel supported with breastfeeding options. Currently our HEAL program is reaching out to ch...

With roughly 40% of advertising targeted to children on unhealthy foods the media has a strong influence on our children’s eating habits and choices.

Check out the links below with all the great information and resources:

Growing up Healthy, Nemours Children Health Foun...

Math can be challenging and anxiety provoking for many people. "By some estimates, up to 93% of American adults have some degree of math anxiety." (LA Johnson/NPR)  Sesame Street Workshop's of Eastern Connecticut State University created some best practices to share wi...

Rethink Your Drink

Statewide Day of Action is May 8th.

The "Rethink Your Drink" program hopes to shift consumption toward healthier, more affordable beverages, like water. This program also hopes to stimulate community-level partnerships and invite local environmental c...

 "Family style dining encourages learning not only at the table but away from mealtime as well. Children learn independence, social skills, and other important habits that will last with them throughout adulthood."- National CACFP association

Here are som...

Our daily habits and choices have a powerful effect on our environment. Decisions we make and shopping patterns have the ability to help or harm our planet. With mindful action, we can help reducing waste and support our planet.

Here are some steps and tips!!

1) Bring Y...

February is Children Oral Health Month!

Oral health is linked to overall health and it is important as parents and providers that we support children in brushing teeth and learn more about the importance of oral health. By creating systems and routines at home and at ch...