Champaign County Help Me Grow

Champaign County Help Me Grow Anyone can refer a child to Champaign County Help Me Grow by calling (937) 652-1218 or 1-800-755-GRO Champaign Co. Family and Children First Council

"FREE" Champaign County Developmental Screenings for Ages Birth to 6 Not Yet in Kindergarten! Please call 937-652-2645 o...
11/06/2017

"FREE" Champaign County Developmental Screenings for Ages Birth to 6 Not Yet in Kindergarten! Please call 937-652-2645 or 937-653-4490 to schedule your appointment today!!

Seeing delight in your baby’s eyes and hearing him laugh are reasons enough to enjoy playing with him. However, there is...
08/31/2017

Seeing delight in your baby’s eyes and hearing him laugh are reasons enough to enjoy playing with him. However, there is an even better reason to enjoy playing with him, it also helps his development..

As you play with your baby, engage all of his senses: eyes, ears, nose, hands and mouth. These are the tools that he uses to explore and learn about the world. To engage all his senses try some of the following games.

Imitation

A baby learns to talk by imitating the sounds we make. Encourage your baby to engage with you by cooing and talking with him. When doing this, praise him when he copies you. When reading him a story, show him that pushing a button makes a noise, like a duck quacking or how to turn the pages of a book.

Peek-a-Boo, Patty Cake & This Little Piggy

When you are dressing or diapering your baby play peek-a-boo. At first he will show his delight by paying close attention. As he develops, he may smile, make sounds, and kick his legs. Play patty cake and this little piggy went to market, babies enjoy the time spent with you.

Song and Dance

If you have a favorite song that your mother sang to you continue the tradition and sing it to your baby. Your baby loves to hear you. Listen to different types of music and find out what your baby likes best. Dance with baby holding them close and letting them feel you move.

Play Ball & Give Different Textures

A ball is a great toy to help your baby explore with all his senses. If you can, offer your baby a ball with different sounds, colors and textures. Use different textured fabrics you have at home, such as, burlap, silk, & flannel to let you baby explore the sense of touch.

Feeding your newborn: Tips for new parentsA newborn's feeding schedule can be unpredictable. Here's what, when and how t...
08/30/2017

Feeding your newborn: Tips for new parents
A newborn's feeding schedule can be unpredictable. Here's what, when and how to feed your baby.
By Mayo Clinic Staff

Feeding a newborn is a round-the-clock commitment. It's also an opportunity to begin forming a bond with the newest member of your family. Consider these tips for feeding a newborn.

1. Stick with breast milk or formula
Breast milk is the ideal food for babies — with rare exceptions. If breast-feeding isn't possible, use infant formula. Healthy newborns don't need water, juice or other fluids.

2. Feed your newborn on demand
Most newborns need eight to 12 feedings a day — about one feeding every two to three hours.
Look for early signs of hunger, such as stirring and stretching, sucking motions and lip movements. Fussing and crying are later cues. The sooner you begin each feeding, the less likely you'll need to soothe a frantic baby.

3. Consider vitamin D supplements
Ask your baby's doctor about vitamin D supplements for the baby, especially if you're breast-feeding. Breast milk might not provide enough vitamin D, which helps your baby absorb calcium and phosphorus — nutrients necessary for strong bones.4. Expect variations in your newborn's eating patterns

5. Trust your instincts — and your newborn's
You might worry that your newborn isn't eating enough, but babies usually know just how much they need. Don't focus on how much, how often or how regularly your newborn eats.
Contact the doctor if your newborn isn't gaining weight, wets fewer than six diapers a day or shows little interest in feedings.

6. Consider each feeding a time to bond with your newborn
Hold your newborn close during each feeding. Look him or her in the eye. Speak with a gentle voice. Use each feeding as an opportunity to build your newborn's sense of security, trust and comfort.

7. Know when to ask for help
If you're having trouble breast-feeding, ask a lactation consultant or your baby's doctor for help — especially if every feeding is painful or your baby isn't gaining weight..

KEEP BABIES SAFE WHILE THEY SLEEP.. FOLLOW THESE SAFE SLEEP RECOMMENDATIONS...During the first weeks of a baby's life, s...
08/25/2017

KEEP BABIES SAFE WHILE THEY SLEEP.. FOLLOW THESE SAFE SLEEP RECOMMENDATIONS...

During the first weeks of a baby's life, some parents choose to room-share. Room-sharing is when you place your baby's crib, portable crib, play yard, or bassinet in your own bedroom instead of in a separate nursery. This keeps baby nearby and helps with feeding, comforting, and monitoring at night. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends room-sharing without bed-sharing.

While room-sharing is safe, putting your infant to sleep in bed with you is not. Bed-sharing increases the risk of SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome) and other sleep-related deaths.

Follow these recommendations for a safe sleep environment for your little one:
•Always place your baby on his or her back to sleep, not on the stomach or side. The rate of SIDS has gone way down since the AAP introduced this recommendation in 1992.
•Use a firm sleep surface. Cover the mattress with a sheet that fits snugly. Make sure your crib, bassinet, or play yard meets current safety standards.
•Do not put anything else in the crib or bassinet. Keep plush toys, pillows, blankets, unfitted sheets, quilts, comforters, sheepskins, and bumper pads out of your baby's sleep area.
•Avoid overheating. Dress your infant for the room temperature, and don't overbundle. Watch for signs of overheating, such as sweating or feeling hot to the touch.
•Keep your baby away from smokers. Secondhand smoke increases the risk of SIDS.
•Put your baby to sleep with a pacifier. But if your baby rejects the pacifier, don't force it. If the pacifier falls out during sleep, you don't have to replace it. If you're breastfeeding, wait until breastfeeding is firmly established.

Congratulations, you’re pregnant! Pregnancy is an exciting time, but it can also be stressful. Knowing that you are doin...
08/23/2017

Congratulations, you’re pregnant! Pregnancy is an exciting time, but it can also be stressful. Knowing that you are doing all you can to stay healthy during pregnancy and give your baby a healthy start in life will help you to have peace of mind.

Preventing Problems

Folic Acid: Folic acid is a B vitamin that can help prevent major birth defects. Take a vitamin with 400 micrograms (mcg) of folic acid every day, before and during pregnancy.

Smoking during pregnancy is the single most preventable cause of illness and death among mothers and infants. Learn more about the dangers of smoking and find help to quit.
Alcohol: When you drink alcohol, so does your unborn baby. There is no known safe amount of alcohol to drink while pregnant.
Diabetes: Poor control of diabetes during pregnancy increases the chance for birth defects and other problems for your baby. It can cause serious complications for you, too.

High Blood Pressure: Existing high blood pressure can increase your risk of problems during pregnancy.

Medications: Taking certain medications during pregnancy might cause serious birth defects for your baby. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about any medications you are taking. These include prescription and over-the-counter medications and dietary or herbal supplements.

HELP YOUR CHILD LEARN BUS SAFETY.
08/23/2017

HELP YOUR CHILD LEARN BUS SAFETY.

SCHOOL HAS STARTED... REMEMBER TO USE BUS SAFETY!
08/23/2017

SCHOOL HAS STARTED... REMEMBER TO USE BUS SAFETY!

On Aug. 21, a rare total solar eclipse will be visible from a narrow region spanning the United States. Although the pat...
08/18/2017

On Aug. 21, a rare total solar eclipse will be visible from a narrow region spanning the United States. Although the path of totality will only be visible along a narrow portion of the country, most people outside of the band will see a near-total or partial eclipse.

In Urbana, Ohio you can expect to see the moon cover 86.3% of the sun. The moon will be in the sun's path starting at 1:02pm and continue for 2hours 48minutes. The best time to see the peak of the eclipse will be 2:28pm.

DO NOT LOOK AT THE ECLIPSE WITHOUT WEARING SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EYE GLASSES!! IT WILL PERMANENTLY DAMAGE YOUR EYES!!

Back-to-School Tips for ParentsIt's that time again!!Here are a few tips from PBS.1. Meet the teacher. It helps calm fea...
08/11/2017

Back-to-School Tips for Parents
It's that time again!!
Here are a few tips from PBS.
1. Meet the teacher. It helps calm fears if your child knows their teacher. If you can't meet in person, show them a picture from the school website.
2. Tour the school. Getting your child familiar with the new environment will help with nervous upset stomachs on the first day. Go to the open house. Explore the lunch room, classrooms and outside play area.
3.Connect with friends who will be in the same class as your child. Schedule a play date so they can renew their friendships.
4.Get the supply list and let your child pick some things they like and talk about the cool projects they will have with the new supplies.
5. Avoid drilling when it's time stop playing. Give a 5 minute warning using clear words they understand.
6. Talk about the plans for today and tomorrow. Don't do last minute reviews of what was learned last year. It can highten anxiety and casue stress. Remind them of what they have forgotten instead of what they remember.
7. Ease into the routine. Start using the school schedule a few days before school starts. Earlier bedtimes, set the alarm, get dressed, eat breakfast and practice getting to the bus stop or car. Avoid the last minute mayhem. Routines help children feel more comfortable and will make the first day better.

08/08/2017

Tomorrow is the big day!! Come see us at the Champaign County Fair in the Merchant's building. Have some FREE popcorn and take home a bag full of GOODIES!!!

What is Help Me Grow? Help Me Grow is a voluntary family support program for pregnant women or new parents. Offered in e...
08/04/2017

What is Help Me Grow?


Help Me Grow is a voluntary family support program for pregnant women or new parents. Offered in every county of the state.

Help Me Grow believes all young children deserve the same opportunities to realize their full potential in life, regardless of economic, geographic, and demographic considerations. The parenting education and child development resources provided to families allows them to maximize this critical period of development in their child’s life, providing a foundation for lasting success.

When a parent schedules a home visit with Help Me Grow, they will have the opportunity to share to share their thoughts about parenting, ask questions, and receive reliable information based on their individual family needs or topics of interest. Topics may include, but are not limited to:
•Healthy Pregnancies
•Baby and Child Health
•Breastfeeding
•Nutrition
•Immunizations
•Child Growth and Development
•Discipline
•Toilet Training
•Child Safety
•Household Safety
•Local Resources
Call : 937-652-1218 to learn more and get started!

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Urbana, OH
43078

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Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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