Being a parent is hard. Thankfully Maryland Family Network is here to help. These resource are great for first time parents and veterans alike.
Tips for Learning Activities
You can do many things at home to help your child develop the skills needed to succeed in school.
Identifying Mental Health Problems
How do you know if a child's extreme behavior is developmentally appropriate or something else?
Child Care in Maryland
This document is produced three times a year and contains the most current data about regulated child care in Maryland.
From Birth Through Three
This document is intended for anyone who lives or works with infants or young children. The guidelines can be used as a reference guide, or as a resource for planning activities.
Child Illness and Child Care?
Help! Is my child too sick to go to child care today? These simple guidelines will help you decide.
Information For Parents
Many organizations provide a wealth of information and resources for parents. Click below for links that may be of interest.
Child Care Regulations
Maryland has one of the best child care systems in the nation – thanks, in part, to our strong state regulations.
Lead In Children's Toys
Over the past decade, millions of pieces of children’s jewelry, toys, furniture, clothing and child-related items have been recalled by the CPSC due to hazards presented by lead content or the use of lead-based paint.