ZERO TO THREE

Our mission is to ensure all babies and toddlers have a strong start in life. ZERO TO THREE is a nonpartisan 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.

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07/30/2026

Infant and early childhood mental health is stronger because of the dedicated professionals who are advancing the field every day.

Whether through practice, policy or research, early- and mid-career leaders are expanding what's possible for babies, young children and their families. Now it's your opportunity to recognize their impact.

Nominate an outstanding early- or mid-career professional for a 2027 ZERO TO THREE Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health (IECMH) Emerging Leadership Award.

Nominations are open through August 24. Learn more and nominate: https://bit.ly/4c0exo4

07/29/2026

Current mood: You registered early.

Don't wait until the prices go up. Register for the LEARN Conference 2026 today before the savings fly away on August 2. Your future self (and your budget) will thank you: https://bit.ly/4b580cu

07/28/2026

To every early educator:

When you listen to a child's story...
When you sing together...
When you introduce a new word...
When you encourage questions...
When you let children scribble and explore writing utensils...
When you read a favorite book one more time...

You're building language and literacy. Not someday. Right now.

That's exactly why we created Word Wonders, a FREE early language and literacy curriculum for children ages 18–48 months.

Designed with educators and built for real classrooms, Word Wonders supports the important work you're already doing every day through joyful, play-based activities that fit naturally into your routines.

Download it free today: https://bit.ly/4fWG8ef

07/26/2026

Neural Nugget: Babies who are talked to frequently know about 300 more words by age 2 than babies who hear fewer words, giving them a stronger foundation for language and learning.

One of the best ways to support healthy brain development is through serve-and-return interactions: the back-and-forth of talking, playing, making faces, and responding to your baby's sounds and cues. These everyday moments help build the brain, one interaction at a time.

Curious about what's happening inside your baby's brain? Explore our Baby Brain Map, an interactive guide that makes the science of early brain development easy to understand and put into practice: https://bit.ly/4w3j4jg

07/25/2026

Babies change more in their first three years than at any other time in life.

Amanda saw that transformation every day during her first job as an infant-toddler caregiver. She watched babies go from their first smiles to their first steps, from communicating with cries to speaking in full sentences.

But she also remembers earning just $10,400 a year caring for those children.

Her experience shaped what she believes today: When we invest in babies, we also have to invest in the people who care for them.

Families. Caregivers. Early educators.

Because when the adults in a baby's life have the support they need, babies have the opportunity to thrive.

Watch Amanda's story and share your own. We'd love to hear why you Believe In Babies. Share your story: https://bit.ly/4tFEKl9

07/24/2026

Together, we believe. Be part of a growing coalition committed to believing in babies. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3R97mVB

07/23/2026

And it's not just moms. And not just biological parents. Explore the fascinating science behind these parenting brain changes at the LEARN Conference 2026. Register today: https://bit.ly/3Rxp8l5

07/22/2026

Imagine finding an investment that:

- improves school outcomes
- reduces later costs
- increases graduation rates
- boosts future earnings

Support the early childhood workforce: https://bit.ly/3yCeGQt

07/21/2026

Every baby deserves a strong start, but too many families lack the basics to get there. Nearly 1 in 2 families struggle to afford enough diapers. Together, we can help change that.

We're partnering with The National Diaper Bank Network, and others across the country are collecting donations for diapers. Every contribution helps give babies a healthier, happier start. Join the nationwide baby shower and be part of the solution: https://bit.ly/4ftL3SG

07/20/2026

Families with babies are already stretched thin. In 2025, 44% of families with infants and toddlers struggled to pay for essentials like food and housing, the highest rate in the past five years.

Now, the US House is voting on a budget resolution that could lead to cuts to SNAP and, if expanded, other programs families rely on, including Medicaid, CCDBG, TANF and SSBG.

Babies need strong families and strong supports. Learn more and take action: https://bit.ly/4hnthD3

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