NYS Council on Children and Families Launches:
“How To” Guide for Expectant and New Parents
What new parent has not wished for extra help and information during pregnancy and their baby’s first years? The New York State Council on Children and Families has a new Parent Guide to provide just that. The Parent Guide – Starting Life Together: Your Guide for Building a Nurturing, Healthy Relationship with Your Child – offers a fresh perspective on how parents can support their children. It has key parenting tips for before and after a child arrives, through age 5. It is available for free!
The Parent Guide was developed in recognition of how critical a child’s first years of life are.
Resources Every New Parent Should Know
Starting your child care journey can feel overwhelming, but you are not alone. This section brings together trusted information and helpful resources to guide you through important topics like choosing a safe provider, understanding vaccines, checking lead safety, and finding support programs for your family. Each topic is designed to help you make informed choices and feel confident as you plan for your child’s care and well-being.
