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For Parents. To help you do the best you can, here’s some information, tools and resources for supporting your child’s healthy development and learning.
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About FTF. Created by Arizona voters, First Things First partners with families and communities to help our state’s young children be ready for success in kindergarten and beyond.
Grants. First Things First invests in strategies and programs that support the development, health and learning of children from birth to age 5 (before kindergarten).
Get Involved. First Things First partners with families and communities to give all Arizona children the opportunity to arrive at kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed.
Breast milk is considered the best food for babies, but breastfeeding can be difficult for some babies and moms. No matter how it goes for you, doing the best…
Children should eat a variety of colorful vegetables, but with most toddlers and preschoolers, that can feel like a hopeless challenge. Here’s some…
Good nutrition during pregnancy is one of the best gifts you can give your baby.
Well-child visits with your healthcare provider are important for your child’s healthy development.
A conversation with pediatric dentist Dr. Jeanette MacLean about what parents of young kids should know about preventing tooth decay.
Having a safe place for your baby to sleep is something to take seriously.
Skin-to-skin contact immediately after your child is born can have important benefits for baby and mother.
“Tooth decay is the most common chronic disease faced by young children. It’s also 100 percent preventable.”
Even if you don’t have a new kindergartener this year, it’s never too soon to start preparing for that first day with some fun, easy everyday activities.
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