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American Academy of Pediatrics, Toxic Stress Statement

Pediatrics provides a powerful yet underused platform for translating scientific advances into innovative early childhood policies.  

Charles Bruner, Child & Family Policy Center

Fulfilling expectations for medical homes for young children requires them to be part of a larger system of community services and supports.

Charles Bruner, Child & Family Policy Center

To serve the youngest children, medical homes must have a two-generation focus that responds to children’s health in the context of their families.

Charles Bruner, Child & Family Policy Center

The definitions of “medical home” and “child health” require practitioners to address social as well as biological determinants of health.

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Potty Training: What Should We Know?

Help Me Grow Long Island helps promote the important developmental milestones in a child’s life such as Potty Training. We’ve compiled some resources to . . .
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Alan Muraoka to Serve as Master of Ceremonies at Docs for Tots 20th Anniversary Celebration

Docs for Tots is pleased that Sesame Street’s Alan Muraoka (of Hooper’s store) – will join us as Master of Ceremonies at our 20th . . .
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Breastfeeding – We’re here to help!

Breastfeeding can be a daunting journey for new and expecting parents. We’ve compiled some resources across Long Island that can provide extra support for . . .
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What happens during the first months and years of life sets either a sturdy or a fragile stage for what follows.

Neurons to Neighborhoods: The Science of Early Childhood Development