Resources for 0-3 Year Olds
Infants and Toddlers
Research shows that the first three years of your child's life are a critical time for their growth and development. Learning begins at birth and you are your child's first teacher and advocate. There are resources in the community that can help support you and your child in getting a healthy start in life that will ensure their success in the future.
Milestone Tracking with Sparkler
Sparkler is a mobile app that helps parents check in on how their child is doing against key milestones — and provides activities to spark their early learning.
Child Development Milestones
CT Office of Early Childhood has many resources available to learn more about child development and common milestones.
Home Visiting Programs
Programs for parents and caregivers of children under the age of 5 can help improve the health of young children by providing support and services for them and their families — right in their own homes.
Birth To Three
Birth to Three offers community-based programs to support families of children with developmental delays or medical conditions to enhance their child’s development and connect to their communities.
WIC Nutrition Services For Infants
WIC Nutrition Services provides information for you and your baby about foods, playtime, general health, and other important resources to your baby’s well-being.
WIC Nutrition Services For Postpartum Moms
WIC Nutrition Services offers free nutrition education and referrals for other important services and programs for which you may qualify as a postpartum mother.
WIC Nutrition Services For Breastfeeding Moms
WIC Nutrition Services provides benefits for breastfeeding mothers like basic breastfeeding support, referrals for more breastfeeding care, and healthy foods.
Early Literacy
Early Literacy Kits are available to borrow from the Children’s Room in the Ives Main Library. The kits can be found in the Early Literacy Center, located in the far corner of the Children’s Room.
Safe Sleep for Babies
CT Office of Early Childhood offers tips for new parents on safe sleeping practices for your baby.
All Ages
General Support
Request help from DCF Voluntary Services Program
Activities and Family Fun
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