State-Based Resources

States are incubators for innovative ideas and often set the trends about which policy strategies build momentum and which do not. Learn what your state is doing to support very young children and how infants and toddlers are faring by visiting your state’s page below.

Each page includes articles highlighting state policies and initiatives that support infants, toddlers, and their families. They also include the State of Babies Yearbook: 2019 State Profile, where you can learn how your state measures up on indicators related to Good Health, Strong Families, and Positive Early Learning Experiences.

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First Years, New Frontier: Policy Principles for Children and Families in the Age of AI
Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the world around us, including the world our youngest children are growing up in. The… A policy blueprint for putting babies, toddlers and families first. Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the world around us, including the world our youngest children…
Open Letter
Why I Use AI to Monitor my Baby
A new mom shares her experience with AI baby monitors and how they can lighten the mental load or fuel… Home Leer en español. AuthorMadeline Daniels BenderevDirector of Digital StrategyMadeline believes sharing powerful stories can move people to act. As Director of Digital Strategy…
Power List
The Best Early Childhood Conferences of 2026-2028
Looking for the best early childhood conferences in 2025? Discover must-attend events for educators, caregivers, and child development experts.… Home Leer en español. 5 Reasons to Attend Early Childhood Conferences check it out We asked experts for their top early childhood conferences, and here are…
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Leading with Calm: Emotional Regulation for a Trauma-Responsive Court
Download this resource for court leaders implementing the Safe Babies approach.… Judges play a central role in the Safe Babies approach, both in individual cases and in shaping how teams work together on behalf of babies and families. Leading with Calm: Emotional Regulation for a…
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Go, Slow, Stop: A Guide to AI in Early Childhood
When it comes to AI and young children, how do we know when to go, slow down or stop?… Artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming part of everyday life, from toys and learning apps to tools that support parents and early childhood professionals. But for professionald…
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State Action for Babies, Families and Stronger Systems: 2026 Child Welfare Legislative Highlights
Home This year, states continued to build toward a child welfare and early childhood system that prioritizes prevention, early relational… Home This year, states continued to build toward a child welfare and early childhood system that prioritizes prevention, early relational health, and family strengthening.…