Lucas County Early Head Start

06/12/2026

Brain building games to play with all ages and download in English or Spanish 💗

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

06/12/2026

DYK?

A father's impact begins long before a child takes their first steps.

Research shows that when fathers are actively involved during pregnancy, mothers are 1.5 times more likely to receive prenatal care during the first trimester.

Every appointment attended, question asked, and moment of support helps build a strong start for both babies and families.



Source: NICHQ - National Institute for Children's Health Quality, Fathers: Powerful Allies for Maternal and Child Health

06/11/2026

At Head Start, we love helping our little ones grow big and strong.
Growing a garden or trying new foods is a great way to learn together.
You do not need a big yard to start. A small pot on a porch works great!

This week's challenge: Let your child pick out one new fruit or veggie at the store or local farmer's market.
Try it together as a snack!
What is your child’s favorite vegetable? Tell us in the comments below! 👇

06/04/2026

06/03/2026

06/03/2026

Happy Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈

Happy !
🌈 We believe every family deserves to feel seen, valued, and supported.
Our classrooms are warm, welcoming places where all children and their families belong.

06/03/2026

Pregnant or know someone who is? There’s a new home visiting program open to all families with newborns!

Did you know families with newborns can receive a free, at-home nurse visit through Family Connects Ohio?

A registered nurse will come to your home to check on you and yourbaby, offer breastfeeding support, help with newborn care like feeding and safe sleep, and connect your family to community resources. It's available to all families with newborns — including foster and adoptive parents — in participating communities. To schedule a visit or learn more, scan the QR code on this brochure, visit helpmegrow.org, or call (800) 755-GROW (4769).

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06/02/2026

DYK? Early Head Start is not just child care - and sometimes it’s home-based instead of classrooms!

Head Start is more than just child care.

💗 Head Start provides comprehensive education, health, nutrition, dental, mental health, social services and parent engagement opportunities to low-income, special needs, and at-risk children and their families.

💡 Head Start Works for Ohio!

05/25/2026

Learn the benefits and process for Benefit Bridge!