Child Care & Early Education

Choosing a Child Care Provider: 5 things to check out

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The right child care fit for your family may depend on a lot of factors, including the age and needs of the child, what’s available in your area, and the type of care you feel most comfortable with.

Food & Nutrition

From Pyramid To Plate: A Simpler Approach To Healthy Eating

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A lot of us grew up with the food pyramid. Its wide base represented the foods we should eat in the largest amounts. The pointed top showed foods we should eat less of.

Health & Safety

Choosing and Using Car Seats: Creating a safer ride for children of every age

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Using car seats has dramatically reduced harm to children involved in crashes. Many parents—especially new ones—have questions about how to choose the right car seat and what type of seat to use as children grow.

Child Care & Early Education

Child Care Scholarships: helping parents afford quality care

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Many parents with young children face a tough choice. A job or more education can bring in more money to the household. But to go to work, classes, or job training means paying for child care, an extra expense that may be hard to afford.