ZERO TO THREE

If you’ve been meaning to submit a comment, today is the day: thinkbabies.org/protectheadstart The Administration is accepting public comments on proposed changes that could weaken the standards that help keep children safe, support families and make Head Start work.

We're in Washington DC with @momsrising.org, @demwomencaucus.bsky.social, @nwlc.org, NAEYC, @clasp.org, Children's Defense Fund, and Together for Head Start for a press conference focused on proposed changes to Head Start. Tune in LIVE: www.youtube.com/live/AXTJ2B5...

DYK: Head Start has served more than 40 million children over the past 60 years? Moms, families, and advocates are on Capitol Hill TODAY to raise their voices and say “have a heart, #ProtectHeadStart!” https://www.youtube.com/live/AXTJ2B5sv2g

The earliest years can't be an afterthought in the AI conversation. On Sept. 9, we're joining @brookings.edu to bring together child development experts, researchers and technology leaders to explore how AI can help young children thrive. Join the free livestream: https://bit.ly/4xyxEzZ

A new Administration proposal would eliminate rules that have made Head Start and Early Head Start one of our country's most effective programs for babies and their families. Speak out now and tell Congress to reject these changes: https://bit.ly/4fYvhkk

Breaking News: A proposed rule would eliminate key Head Start and Early Head Start requirements that help get and keep babies on track. Read our statement: https://bit.ly/4hdwO6Z Get alerts on how you can speak up and help protect these programs: https://bit.ly/3ShdfR2

AI conversations usually start with technology. We're starting with children. How can we tell when AI strengthens healthy development and when it gets in the way? Vote for our #SXSWEDU PanelPicker® session to help bring this conversation to the stage: https://bit.ly/4wBHPUo

Every baby deserves a strong start, but many families lack the basics to get there. Together, we can help change that. We're partnering w/ @diapernetwork.bsky.social to collect donations for diapers. Every contribution helps give babies a healthier, happier start: bit.ly/4ftL3SG #OneBigBabyShower

Feed: "Bucks County Beacon" By: Melinda Rizzo on Saturday, June 6, 2026

We're cheering all the families attending Strolling Thunder in DC today. Care policies like paid family and medical leave are a must for our families. Let's go! https://buckscountybeacon.com/2026/06/strolling-thunder-rolls-into-washington-on-june-9-to-advocate-for-babies/

Thank you to Rep. Steve Womack from Arkansas for meeting with Baby David and his family to discuss economic security for families. Because raising a baby is expensive enough. #StrollingThunder

Congress is getting ALL the calendar invites from baby advocates today. #StrollingThunder

What do families really want? Affordable child care, paid family and medical leave, mental health support, stable housing and food security Tomorrow, we're bringing that message to lawmakers. Watch the Strolling Thunder™ Rally live at 12 PM EDT: https://bit.ly/4qeleu7 #StrollingThunder

Strolling Thunder™ families with babies and toddlers are raising their voices to tell Congress what young children need to thrive. #StrollingThunder

The elephant in the room? The first three years shape a lifetime, yet just 1.59% of federal funding is dedicated to babies and toddlers. #StrollingThunder

It's time for #StrollingThunder!

Keep funding war while babies go without? That’s a choice we can change. Families make our country strong. If we value children, our nation's spending should reflect investments in them, including child care. Tell Congress to invest in our families: https://bit.ly/47tFWi9

Toxic stress changes the brain. It raises the risk of poor health, school struggles, justice involvement and even suicide. But babies can heal when we act early. Believing in babies means believing in their mental health. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4kEWtVM #BelieveInBabies

Love, safety and connection shape a baby’s future. And the window to build that foundation is short. Each baby’s potential is unlimited. The window to support them is not. See why belief matters: https://bit.ly/3MNUyBH #BelieveInBabies

Happening now: National Summit on the Caregiving Crisis with the Congressional Dads Caucus. Our Chief Policy Officer @mboteach.bsky.social will be joining the panel soon. Tune in live:https://www.youtube.com/live/Kd77SzvDJMA

"It's a two-generation investment. You're not only supporting your working families, which is the immediate thing that policymakers can understand, but you're also setting up the workforce of tomorrow for success." - Chad Allgood Mississippi Department of Human Services #SXSWEDU

Mental health starts early. So should support. You don’t need a baby to care about this. Because their future becomes our shared reality. Believe in Babies. Learn more or donate: https://bit.ly/3ZJqytH #BelieveinBabies

Last night’s State of the Union didn’t mention America’s babies. But they can’t be left out of the conversation. Families are under pressure, and babies feel it. We know what works. It’s time to Believe In Babies and act. #BelieveInBabies

Here's the real State of Babies in the US: -Babies made up 3.2% of the US population, but only 1.5% of federal spending in 2025 Babies can't vote, but the decisions being made in Washington will shape our future as well as theirs. #StateoftheUnion #SOTU

The State of the Union starts with the State of our Babies. Here's the real State of Babies in the US: - Child care costs more than rent in 33 states and DC. - Early Head Start serves less than 11% of eligible babies. #StateoftheUnion #SOTU

The State of the Union starts with the State of our Babies. Here's the real State of Babies in the US: - Nearly 2 million are growing up in poverty. - Hunger is still a reality for 2 million young children. #StateoftheUnion

Yes, mental health includes babies. After losing her baby brother, Nelwyn's older sister Keeva developed PTSD. Nelwyn began to withdraw, too. They needed care. But support was hard to find. She’s one of many. Meet more babies. Hear their stories: https://bit.ly/3OkatrX #BelieveInBabies

Shania wanted Cohen to have the childhood she never had. Love wasn’t the problem. Support was, until someone believed in her. Believing in babies means believing in caregivers, too. Watch their story. Become a believer: https://bit.ly/3OsLdjd #BelieveInBabies

You were a baby once. Someone believed in you. Now it’s your turn. Believe In Babies is a national storytelling movement for anyone who believes every child deserves a strong start. Learn more. Get involved. Share your story: https://bit.ly/3OsLdjd #BelieveInBabies

We're heading to @sxswedu.com 2026! As federal funding tightens, states are stepping up. @mboteach.bsky.social will join leaders from MD and NM to share how states are reimagining early learning for educators and families. Follow along from Austin next month: https://bit.ly/46zRn7k

Good news! We’re extending the deadline to apply for Strolling Thunder 2026: https://bit.ly/4r0ICvp If you’re a parent or caregiver of a baby or toddler (0–3) and want to help shape policies that give babies a strong start, there’s still time. New deadline: Feb. 20

You don’t need to be an expert. You don’t need the perfect words. You just need your story. It’s time to stand up for babies. #StrollingThunder

Babies don't know if they live in Red states or Blue states. Delays to child care hurt families and our workforce. Tell Congress to tell the administration to release funds now: https://bit.ly/49TIW92

It’s time to stand up for babies. Strolling Thunder 2026 is recruiting families with babies (0–3) to share their stories with Congress, virtually or in person. Applications open now: https://bit.ly/4qeleu7 #StrollingThunder

Babies don’t know whether they live in a ‘red’ or a ‘blue state,’ but they will know if their families lose child care, can’t pay the heating bill or are closer to eviction. We urge the administration to immediately reverse this funding freeze & invest in our nation’s babies: https://bit.ly/4r3T1WX

Our $2 to $1 match expires December 31 at midnight. Please give what you can at our link in bio: https://bit.ly/4rej3Ye Help parents get the support they need to stand stronger. This matching gift opportunity multiplies the power of your gift, allowing us to reach even more families in need.

The first three years are irreplaceable. As Walter Gilliam says, “Thank you for whatever you do to support children and families.” Right now, your gift is matched $2 for every $1 you give by Walter and the ZERO TO THREE Board, tripling your impact. Match ends December 31: https://bit.ly/4rej3Ye

Believing in babies means more than admiring their wonder. It means standing with families and building a future where every child has the chance to thrive. Thank you for believing in babies. Happy Holidays from all of us at ZERO TO THREE.

Our offices will be closed from December 25 through January 1 for winter break. While we're out, check out our Holiday Survival Guide for Parents of Babies and Toddlers, including one of our favorite cookie recipes: https://bit.ly/3XYeN1B We'll see you in 2026!

Babies’ mental health is tied to their caregivers’. Healing starts early, with support for both. ZERO TO THREE helps families build strong relationships, because connection shapes the brain. It’s not just kind. It’s smart policy. – Lisa Mennet, PhD Donate: https://bit.ly/4rej3Ye

We are all saddened by the loss of Rob & Michelle Reiner, and we extend our deepest condolences to their family, friends and the many people whose lives they touched through their unwavering commitment to young children and families. Full statement: bit.ly/48HUQCo

The best gift for babies this year is stability. Families need your voice this holiday season. Send your wish list to Congress and speak up for what babies really need to thrive: https://bit.ly/48NIVTr

If a baby needs food and your first concern is fraud, you’re telling on yourself.

Our Safe Babies program helps more infants and toddlers stay safely with their families. -72% of Safe Babies children are reunified with parents, compared to the national standard of 53%. -Now in 17 more states, thanks to donors like you. Donate today: https://bit.ly/4rej3Ye

Your dedication helps paint a world where babies come first and families have what they need to thrive. Thank you for standing with us. Wishing you a warm, healthy, and joyful Thanksgiving

After weeks of chaos and uncertainty, the government’s reopening means critical supports like health care, nutrition & early learning can resume. Congress: finish the job by keeping health care affordable & fully funding early learning, mental health and family support programs.

Thank you @governor.ny.gov for being a steadfast advocate for babies and their families. We love seeing policymakers prioritizing maternal mental health and investing in proven programs like @healthysteps.bsky.social