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For Caregivers
We believe that every caregiver deserves the best tools, resources, and support to nurture their child’s growth and development. Whether you’re a parent, guardian, or other relative, we are here to help you create a positive and enriching environment for children aged 0-8.
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Unlock the Potential of Your Child
Bright Start Connect is committed to providing you with the support and information you need to foster a healthy, happy, and thriving environment for your children
Unlock the Potential of Your Child
Bright Start Connect is committed to providing you with the support and information you need to foster a healthy, happy, and thriving environment for your children
Expert Articles
Resource Guides
Learning & Training Videos
Interactive Workshops and Webinars
Coming Soon! Join our live workshops and webinars to gain the latest insights from child development professionals. Participate in interactive sessions that offer practical strategies, new research findings, and the opportunity to connect with other caregivers.
Getting Ready for School
As the first day of school or daycare gets closer, you and your child might feel excited, but also...
Back to School Nutrition Tips
Dr. Jasmine Ghannadpour, a Board-Certified Clinical Child Psychologist, shares essential...
Attendance Works
Caregivers play a large role in getting children into school. Attendance Works is a non-profit initiative promoting research-based strategies to get students in school! Check out their website for information and tips on getting ready for school and attending.
CDC
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is the national public health agency of the United States. They offer families free materials and media regarding child development across the lifespan.
Child Mind Institute
The Child Mind Institute is dedicated to transforming the lives of children and families struggling with mental health and learning disorders by giving them the help they need to thrive. Find free information to help you support children who are struggling with mental health, behavior or learning challenges.
The Mayo Clinic
National Maternal Mental Health Hotline
Pregnant or just had a baby? Help is always available. This hotline is free, confidential, and available 24/7 in English and Spanish. Trained counselors are available to support you by listening, connecting you with local resources and groups and refer you to healthcare professionals if needed.
1-833-TLC-MAMA
New York State Education Department
Provides resources and services available during early childhood, answers to frequently asked questions about prekindergarten, and general caregiving tip sheets that are released on a monthly basis.
Pathways
Pathways provides free resources so that every parent is fully empowered to support their child’s development, and take advantage of their child’s neuroplasticity at the earliest age. They offer free tools to maximize all children’s motor, sensory, and communication development.
Pathways Tracking App
Track your baby's development & important milestones with this free app. All materials have been reviewed and approved by an expert healthcare provider. All milestones are validated by The American Academy of Pediatrics findings.
Start Early: Champions for Early Learning
Non-profit organization in Chicago that promotes early childhood development in underserved communities. They believe that caregivers are a child’s first and best teacher, and as such, have created resources from experts to provide tools to support families. Check out their website for early childhood resources regarding education, health, and more in the form of blog posts and videos!