zerotothree.org
The organization that I chose to focus on is Zero to Three, National center for Infants, Toddlers, and Families. Zero to Three provides information to parents, professionals and policymakers about the knowledge and know how on how to nurture early development. Their mission is to promote the health and development of infants and toddlers. The Zero to Three site contains information on behavior and development, maltreatment, and the care and education of infants and toddlers. Under each individual section (health & development, maltreatment & care and education) Zero to Three provides articles and readings on each topic in a more in depth look and provides areas of interest that pertain to that subject. In my opinion Zero to Three is an amazing resource when looking for concrete information regarding the development and well being of infants and toddlers.
One of the current issues that caught my eye on the What’s New caption on Zero to Three website is the Child Development Case for a National Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program. This is an important topic to me because of the relationships between parents and children have in the early stages of life and how they shape the developing brain. It is important for parents to be there in the early stages of their child’s life in order to build these experiences needed for proper development of the child. It also gives parents the time they need to chose a proper child care setting to place their little one in when it does come time to return to work. This early bonding experience is something that parents cannot get back and is crucial for them to have. This leave act also gives the parents the opportunity to take care of any early medical needs their child may need at that time. Positive, consistent relationships during a baby’s early years yield confident individuals who are better equipped for success in school and life, paving the way for a higher quality workforce and strong economic growth (Zero to Three 2013).
Hi Kristen, I too choose Zero - Three. I like this sight because it has so much information for parents and educators. What I like is the developmental milestones you can print off for parents. I also appreciate that so much of their information is research based. I wish there was money for parents to be able to stay home with their babies. Some employers get really mean if you want to stay off work to long. I would personally have a hard time going back to work at 6 weeks. That is just when your baby starts to do all those cute things. Best of Luck, Diana
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