Policy makers in New Mexico found a way to pay for a year of free child care for nearly every family who needs it. These are the kinds of bold ideas that can benefit us all. 

A new study from Harvard University provides further evidence of the immediate physiological effects on children of living in poverty. It also shows us some the potentially dangerous long-term effects. (Photo by iStock/PALMIHELP. )  

Old Blue Eyes words still ring true: It was indeed a very good year, for young children. 

A new trend is emerging among women billionaires: they are giving to organizations that support families with very young children. 

In Maryland, a child is reported abused or neglected every 10 minutes.. For that reason, Maryland Family Network recently awarded The Family Tree a near quarter of a million-dollar grant to help further their mission of strengthening families and preventing child abuse and neglect. 

Every child should grow up in safe and supportive environments. Together, we can end child abuse and neglect.

There are so few things anymore that are not politicized. That’s why it was so refreshing to see Marylanders of all political stripes support Paid Family Leave. This is the year. We all need time to care. 

The ease of distractions are more readily accessible that ever before. So, turn it off or put it down. Your child needs you.  

“Black children’s lives matter. Unfortunately, Black children in the United States face a dual reality: growing up in the ‘land of opportunity’ while also experiencing the reality of racism and inequities that impact their daily lives.” It’s past time to challenge and dismantle policies and prejudices that are holding back our children and our state. 

The world can seem pretty bleak at times but when it comes to progress on behalf of young children, we have a lot to be thankful for.