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Child care isn’t just a family issue — it’s a workforce solution
April 22, 2025
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Cardinal News
Microporous has plans to soon announce the first phase of our Child Care Initiative, a program which will offer grants to help address regional child care needs.
New Bipartisan Poll Demonstrates Virginians View Quality Early Childhood Options as Critical to The State’s Economic Success
March 31, 2025
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VECF
Policies to Increase Access to Child Care Earn Support from Nearly 9 in 10 Voters Across the Political Spectrum in Virginia.
What parts of Virginia are most in favor of increasing access to child care? Rural areas.
March 31, 2025
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Cardinal News
The Virginia Early Childhood Foundation recently commissioned a poll to gauge voters’ views on the need for more and better child care.
Kindergarten registration open for Richmond, Chesterfield, Henrico Schools
February 18, 2025
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WRIC ABC 8News
Parents of rising kindergarteners in Central Virginia can now register their children for the 2025-2026 school year. Enrollment is officially open in Richmond, Chesterfield and Henrico, with each county offering different registration processes.
Intentional daily interactions with children are the focus of VPM’s new 90by5 messaging campaign
February 18, 2025
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VPM
Did you know that 90% of a child's brain develops by the age of 5? This is why it’s so important for children to have early, positive interactions that make a lasting difference in their lives. VPM is excited to partner with the Robins Foundation and Thrive Birth to Five to launch a new initiative that stresses the importance and value of a child’s earliest days of learning for overall family wellbeing.
The Infant and Toddler Connection of Virginia (opens in new window)
For any number of reasons, many young children need a little extra help to reach certain developmental milestones. Infants and toddlers grow and learn so quickly, it’s important to get that extra help as early as possible. If you or your child’s doctor have any concerns about your child’s development, early identification and intervention can make a difference!
Champion for Your Child (opens in new window)
Be the champion for your child’s health, as nothing is more important than your child’s well-being. Ask your doctor about your baby’s growth and physical, emotional, and social development.
Nursing Families Returning to Work Guide - A Guide to Success (opens in new window)
A guide for nursing families making plans to return to work.
Support Programs for New Military Parents | Military OneSource (opens in new window)
The New Parent Support Program — which offers parenting education and support — can help you navigate this transition and find a balance between competing life demands and welcoming your new child successfully. It is a free, voluntary program staffed with home visitation professionals that is designed to help families thrive.
Little Hands Virginia (opens in new window)
Little Hands Virginia, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, provides essentials and a little extra love to children newborn to three years old in need in Central Virginia.
Birth in Color (opens in new window)
Through community events, workshops, and steadfast policy efforts, Birth in Color is working to redefine what maternal health means for families of color.
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