Grand Beginnings

06/19/2026

Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom and the end of slavery, and is an important part of Black history. Teaching about cultural holidays like Juneteenth can be an opportunity for educators to start meaningful conversations about race and teach values of acceptance and respect to their children. Learning more about this holiday and Black history has the potential to inspire children to be bold and brave while encouraging the equality of humanity.

06/18/2026

06/18/2026

06/18/2026

Check out Sam, the founder of Charlie's Kids on the latest Kids' Health Uncomplicated podcast, hosted by Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. Host Dr. Patty Manning and Sam discuss ways to get baby to fall asleep and how to put baby down to sleep safely. Safe sleep is hard - your baby is worth it.

Listen wherever you get your podcasts or watch the video linked below.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6WaBzDCV4i0

06/15/2026

Read to a DOG!

Fraser Valley Library
Tuesdays, June 16, 30, 3:30 p.m.

Read to your new four-legged friend Kirby with his handler Lucinda!

06/15/2026

A NICU stay doesn't end when parents leave the hospital. The emotional weight, anxiety, grief, hypervigilance, and relief all at once, often follows families long after discharge 💚

PSI's NICU Postpartum Parents support group provides a free, virtual, confidential space for parents of babies who are currently or formerly in the NICU, facilitated by trained PSI volunteers. The group is open to parents of babies up to two years old who experienced a NICU stay for any reason.

PSI Support Groups are online, confidential, and always free 💙

🔗 Register here: https://loom.ly/gxQTq8s

06/15/2026

Happy International Day of Play! 🌟 🎈

From infancy on, play is an important part of a child’s life. For babies and toddlers, simple, playful interactions with adults support brain development, the foundations of lifelong health, and the building blocks of resilience. Play is also a great way for children to practice and strengthen executive function skills, including focusing their attention, improving their memory, and developing basic self-control.

If you're looking for simple games for children of all ages, check out our play-based handouts here: https://bit.ly/4h4kPFF

UNICEF

06/15/2026

: Walmart Recalls Mainstays 9-Drawer Fabric Dressers; The dressers violate the mandatory safety standard as required by the STURDY Act. Get refund. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Walmart-Recalls-Mainstays-9-Drawer-Fabric-Dressers-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Tip-Over-and-Entrapment-Hazards-Violates-Mandatory-Standard-for-Clothing-Storage-Units

06/15/2026

: Daoen Recalls Zen Magnetic Promotional Ball Sets; The recalled magnetic balls violate the mandatory standard for toys. Dispose of magnet ball toys immediately. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Daoen-Recalls-Zen-Magnetic-Promotional-Ball-Sets-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Magnet-Ingestion-Violate-Mandatory-Standard-for-Toys

06/15/2026

: TOMY Recalls Boon NURSH 8 oz Reusable Baby Bottles; The hard plastic outer shell can bubble or partially peel off, resulting in loose pieces of film-like plastic that pose a choking hazard to young children. Get credit or replacement. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/TOMY-Recalls-Boon-NURSH-8-oz-Reusable-Baby-Bottles-Due-to-Choking-Hazard-Sold-at-Walmart