Care Package: Tools for Tough Times

Delivering responsive, evidence-based support so families aren’t left to navigate these moments alone.

Immigration enforcement actions, community violence and political unrest leave many families living in fear. These events are not just headlines. They shape the daily lives of parents, caregivers and the youngest members of our communities.

Babies and toddlers may not understand the news, but they notice when parents are anxious, routines are disrupted or neighborhoods feel tense.

These events don’t exist in isolation. They ripple through families and communities, creating stress that can impact a child’s development in deep and lasting ways. And while the challenges we face as a country shift, the need for responsive, informed support remains constant.

Whether you’re a parent trying to make sense of things while caring for your child, or a professional supporting families through trauma and uncertainty, these resources are here to help.

Resources for Parents

Parenting Through Crisis: Supporting Children Two to Five Through Racism, Violence and Family Separation

Read more about the guidelines for talking about racism and equality with children aged two to five in age-appropriate ways.

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Understanding How Traumatic Experiences Affect Very Young Children

Young children are complex human beings who react to situations in different ways depending on their age, stage of development, and temperament. Your sensitive response can help your child cope during a difficult time.

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Mindfulness Practices for Children and Families

When parents and children are feeling big emotions, it’s good to find some calm. Simple mindfulness practices for families can help.

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Resources for Professionals

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Talking Trauma With Young Children

With ongoing violence in public spaces and media coverage of these events, young children–including infants and toddlers–may be experiencing high levels of stress and anxiety.

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Supporting Young Children Affected by Family Separation Policies

This resource center is designed for early childhood development professionals working with families affected by deportation, forced separation, or the challenges of mixed-status households.

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Supporting Young Children Through Uncertain Times: Resources for Stress and Trauma

Resources for Adults Who Care for Them

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Let’s Move Forward Together

Policies and politics don’t exist in a vacuum. They shape the daily lives of babies and families.

Join us in calling for investments in what families truly need.

Demand that funding for mental health services, child welfare and Head Start be voted on separately from increased funding for ICE enforcement.
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We will continue to push forward toward building a world where every baby thrives, and our shared humanity guides policies to ensure well-being for all.

Thank you for everything you do. Your care is courage.

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