The study,⁠ Baby's First Years, is the first study in the U.S. to assess the impact of poverty reduction on family life and the cognitive, emotional, and brain development of infants and toddlers. Learn more: ow.ly/X8wI50HOUbW

Without access to affordable, quality child care, families are struggling under enormous pressure. Read this op-ed from Groundwork Ohio President & CEO Shannon Jones 🇺🇸🇮🇱 on why policymakers must listen to parents & address the #childcare crisis. Columbus Dispatch ow.ly/9AnE50HQzuq

Good morning! ☕Check out our weekly newsletter for the latest early childhood news and opportunities. This week, we're inviting you to sign a letter supporting prenatal-to-3 investments, sharing an exciting new job opportunity at Groundwork, and more! ow.ly/rJh450HYAiA

Every family deserves to be respected, valued, and heard! The Groundwork Ohio Family Action Network is working to elevate the voices of Ohio parents and families in the policymaking process. Learn what families in the Family Action Network are sharing: ow.ly/PVCz50ImMtq

"Data can serve as a starting place for dialogue, a call to action, and a way to shine light on our state’s strengths, challenges, and opportunities to improve." Read ReemAlyH's new blog on how elevating the needs of our youngest children begins w/ data! groundworkohio.org/post/laying-th…

Ensuring every working family has access to quality early learning opportunities for their children is a wise public investment that supports Ohioans today AND secures a strong future for Ohio’s workforce. Read more from Groundwork Ohio's Lynanne Gutierrez groundworkohio.org/post/laying-th…

In honor of #BMHW22 we've invited local Black-led orgs and orgs committed to advancing health equity to participate in a blog series sharing how their work elevates Black maternal health and improves outcomes for Black moms and babies. Join us this week as we share their stories!

This Black Maternal Health Week, we’re celebrating organizations like Project Ujima Inc. which provides pregnant women & new moms a safe space to share openly & honestly about their challenges, fears, and triumphs. #BMHW22 #BlackMamasMatter ow.ly/s8Ue50IGoCi

"I was scared to ask questions but even more afraid to tell anyone how I was treated at times during my prenatal visits." Read how Rosemary Oglesby-Henry's experience inspired her to create Rosemary's Babies Co. (Rosemary's Babies Co). #BMHW22 ow.ly/Xypk50IGoIi

Black-led organizations like VillageofHealing provide incredible support and mentorship to Black pregnant and parenting women to combat racial health disparities and improve health outcomes. #BMHW22 #BlackMamasMatter ow.ly/U8b850IGoWp

Join the National League of Cities on Thursday, April 14 at 2pm to hear how local and state government are working to reduce maternal mortality and morbidity rates, improving outcomes, and advancing equity for future generations. ow.ly/QOcl50II3jB

Housing instability during pregnancy is linked to a range of adverse maternal and infant health outcomes, including preterm births & delivery complications. Learn how SummitCoPublicHealth is helping pregnant women who are in need access housing. #BMHW22 ow.ly/KUZw50IGp7n

During Black Maternal Health Week, the March of Dimes urges us all to reflect on our commitment to equity, lead with our voices and actions, and invite others to join us. #BMHW22 #BlackMamasMatter ow.ly/PLSx50IGptn

Be sure to check out our blog series celebrating Black Maternal Health Week! The blog series features amazing guest blogs from Project Ujima Inc. Rosemary's Babies Co VillageofHealing SummitCoPublicHealth and March of Dimes #BMHW22 #BlackMamasMatter readysetsoaroh.org/progress

Over the past week our blog series celebrated the 5th anniversary of #BMHW22. We want to thank Black Mamas Matter Alliance for centering Black women, Black families, & Black systems of care in the fight for better #BlackMaternalHealth outcomes! #BlackMamasMatter ow.ly/AnAF50IGr4H

The first three years of a child’s life are essential for healthy brain development. #DYK that adults can build supportive relationships with kids through responsive, encouraging, and interactive communication? Learn more about this: bit.ly/3xkVF1S

A great way to increase your child’s language skills is to start playing with words early. This means playing with sounds, words, and grammar before they turn 5. Dolly Parton's Imagination Library of Ohio can help build language skills. Learn how to enroll here: bit.ly/3vuBuf7

While #1in5 women suffer from #MaternalMentalHealth disorders & most have difficulty finding help, let’s spread the word that women of color & low-income mothers suffer at the highest rates & are less likely to receive treatment. #MakingOverMotherhood #MMHWeek2022

Rain or shine, we’re celebrating Ohio families and their stories at the Statehouse! In the event of inclement weather, the Family Celebration will be moved from the West Plaza to the Capitol Atrium, located inside the Ohio Statehouse. #FamilyActionNetwork #ListenToFamilies

Did you know it’s #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth? Be sure to join Groundwork Ohio’s Center for Maternal & Young Child Health on May 25th for a virtual discussion on maternal mental health. #CenterMYCH #MentalHealthAwareness groundworkohio.org/events