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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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The Federal Budget Makes it Clear Babies Aren’t a Priority
Babies and toddlers make up 3.4% of the U.S. population but receive just 1.5% of all federal spending.… The federal budget channels funding to many areas important for strong development, but it does not invest at the level required to support the equitable development of…
Open Letter
Being With: What Do We Really Mean?
With over 20 years of experience as a training and supervising psychotherapist specializing in early childhood trauma, Lili Gray breaks… Home We've all heard the mantras. "Being with. Do unto others as you would have others do unto others, How you are is as…
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ZERO TO THREE Launches Built for Babies Project
Building states' capacity to advance family-centered policies and systems that support families with children prenatal to three (P-3).… This month, the ZERO TO THREE Policy Center launched a new technical assistance project with states interested in building their capacity to advance family-centered policies and systems…
Distillation
Understanding Brain Development in Babies and Toddlers
The first three years of life are a critical period in development. Read more about understanding brain development in babies… Home Key Takeaways The first three years of life are a critical period for the human brain's development.Sleep, play, nutrition and interaction are essential…
Good Question
Why do toddlers bite?
Why do toddlers bite? That's a good question. Here’s what you can do to support your child and help change… Home Dear ZERO TO THREE, My normally well-behaved 2-year-old was sent home from daycare last week for biting another child. This is stressful for…
Distillation
Common Tantrum Scenarios: How to Respond
Toddlers often have tantrums because they lack the skills to handle big emotions, like anger and frustration. Our experts offer… Home AuthorRebecca ParlakianSenior Director of ProgramsRebecca Parlakian is ZERO TO THREE’s Senior Director of Programs at ZERO TO THREE, where she directs a portfolio…

State-Based Resources

The Federal Budget Makes it Clear Babies Aren’t a Priority

Being With: What Do We Really Mean?

ZERO TO THREE Launches Built for Babies Project

Understanding Brain Development in Babies and Toddlers

Why do toddlers bite?

Common Tantrum Scenarios: How to Respond