The science of early brain development is opening up a new window into our understanding of young children's development and how to best support it. In this session, we will discuss some of the new research findings and how they can be used to enrich the quality of care for young children. We will also learn about different initiatives that are using the science of early brain development to promote practices and public policies to support young children and families.

Are your children tuning you out when you talk to them? Do you have to repeat yourself in order to be heard? A child's specific developmental stage influences her ability to understand and communicate. This webinar will focus on practical, accessible and developmentally appropriate parenting skills and strategies for communicating with young children ages two through six years. We will also talk briefly about signs indicating there may be an issue with receptive and expressive language, and where to go for help.

Are you tired of fighting with your kids about what to eat and getting them to move more? Are you unsure of what your kids really need for a healthy diet and exercise? In this webinar you will learn what kids need for healthy growth and development. You will have a better understanding if your child may have any issues of concern and we will discuss tips on getting even picky eaters to eat right at home and away.

Parents today are bombarded with messages telling them how to raise successful kids. One concept that plays a prominent role in those messages is "parent-child attachment," reportedly an essential foundation on which a child's optimal learning and development build. But what does "attachment" really mean, and why is it so important? How can you tell if your child's attachment with you is developing as it should? Is it true that a baby's brain development is affected by the quality of the parent-infant relationship? Can a good attachment develop if mom and dad both work outside the home? Is it necessary to breastfeed, "wear" your baby in a sling, or share the family bed in order to form a good attachment? Is it possible for a child and parent to be too attached? If a baby is premature, medically fragile, or at risk for a disability, how might attachment develop differently? And what about an adopted child who may have missed out on a good attachment as an infant? What will it take for that child to form positive connections with adoptive parents, teachers and other caring adults?