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Provides education, training, and practical resources to support individuals and organizations in offering respectful, nonjudgmental guidance around pregnancy, reproductive health, parenting, and adoption. Offerings include:

- Online Resource Information: Comprehensive guidance and information on pregnancy, reproductive health, alternative options, parenting, and adoption, accessible through the website.

- Resource Materials: Printed and downloadable tools such as The Pregnancy Options Workbook and the All-Options Toolkit, offering practical tips, strategies, and guidance for organizations and individuals.

- Workshops and Training: Pregnancy Options: Workshops and other trainings for healthcare and social service providers, advocates, educators, counselors, doulas, and anyone interested in supporting pregnant people with respect and without bias. Trainings are currently offered online.

ECFE is a parenting education program for all Minnesota families with children between the ages of birth to Kindergarten entrance. Learning opportunities through ECFE may occur in a variety of settings, such as the families’ homes, district or community sites, and online parenting education and support. Programming and education services often include parents/caregivers and children but may just include parents/caregivers.

ECFE works to strengthen families and engage the ability of all parents to provide an environment that supports the healthy development of their child.

Services may include:

- Book lending library

- Dad and child programs

- Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5

- Information on community resources

- Outdoor classroom

- Parent-child activities

- Parent discussion groups

- Play and learn activities for children

- Programs for non-English language learners

- School readiness program for children age 3 1/2 - 4

- Special events for the entire family

- Workshops on specific topics

NOTE: Call for current class offerings and schedule of events.

ECFE is a parenting education program for all Minnesota families with children between the ages of birth to Kindergarten entrance. Learning opportunities through ECFE may occur in a variety of settings, such as the families’ homes, district or community sites, and online parenting education and support. Programming and education services often include parents/caregivers and children but may just include parents/caregivers.

- Caregiver and child time

- Caregiver discussion time

- Family events

- Parent education

ECFE is a parenting education program for all Minnesota families with children between the ages of birth to Kindergarten entrance. Learning opportunities through ECFE may occur in a variety of settings, such as the families’ homes, district or community sites, and online parenting education and support. Programming and education services often include parents/caregivers and children, but may just include parents/caregivers Services may include:

- Book library

- Dad and child programs

- Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5

- Family Literacy program

- Home visits

- Information on community resources

- Parent-child activities for infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children

- Parent discussion groups

- Play and learn activities for children

- Programs for English Language Learners

- School readiness program for children age 3 1/2 - 4

- Single-parent program

- Special events for the entire family

Parents participate in a parenting discussion group with a licensed parent educator. They also work on English language skills or a GED in partnership with Adult Basic Education. Children participate in a positive early learning experience with an early childhood educator. ​NOTE: Call for current class offerings and schedule of events.

ECFE is a parenting education program for all Minnesota families with children between the ages of birth to Kindergarten entrance. Learning opportunities through ECFE may occur in a variety of settings, such as the families’ homes, district or community sites, and online parenting education and support. Programming and education services often include parents/caregivers and children but may just include parents/caregivers.

ECFE works to strengthen families and engage the ability of all parents to provide an environment that supports the healthy development of their child.

Services may include:

- Book lending library

- Dad and child programs

- Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5

- Information on community resources

- Outdoor classroom

- Parent-child activities

- Parent discussion groups

- Play and learn activities for children

- Programs for non-English language learners

- School readiness program for children age 3 1/2 - 4

- Special events for the entire family

- Workshops on specific topics

NOTE: Call for current class offerings and schedule of events.

ECFE is a parenting education program for all Minnesota families with children between the ages of birth to Kindergarten entrance. Learning opportunities through ECFE may occur in a variety of settings, such as the families’ homes, district or community sites, and online parenting education and support. Programming and education services often include parents/caregivers and children but may just include parents/caregivers.

- Caregiver and child time

- Caregiver discussion time

- Family events

- Parent education

Public health nurses, family health mentors and nutritionists make home visits. Frequency of visits and length of time per visit agreed upon by family and nurse, depending upon needs of family. Services offered: - Health information on pregnancy - Nutritional counseling and guidance - Child's growth and development and child rearing questions - Parenting education - Prevention of child maltreatment - Works with school teams to assist families with special needs children

- After Home Care: Suggestions for appropriate exercise program, mother's health needs, parenting education, newborn care, nutritional needs (breast or bottle feeding), infant growth and development, and supportive community resources

​- Maternal and Child Health Program: Pregnancy care; special care for high risk pregnant women; nutritional assessment and education; prenatal health needs including nutrition, weight gain, balance of rest and exercise, substance use, preparation for labor and delivery, and adjustment to new family

​- Services for Children: Public health nursing home visits for children with chronic illness, handicaps and developmental delays; nutrition assessment and education; physical and developmental screening; and more

ECFE is a parenting education program for all Minnesota families with children between the ages of birth to Kindergarten entrance. Learning opportunities through ECFE may occur in a variety of settings, such as the families’ homes, district or community sites, and online parenting education and support. Programming and education services often include parents/caregivers and children but may just include parents/caregivers.

Programs that provide educational activities and experiences for the families of preschool children (birth to age 5) to foster social, emotional, and intellectual growth and prepare children for further formal learning

- Parent/child classes from birth to kindergarten

- Special events and speakers for families with young children

- Home visits for families with unique circumstances

- Integrated parent/child classes for special needs preschoolers

- Toy and book lending library

- Information on other community resources for families and young children

Parenting education program for all Minnesota families with children between the ages of birth to Kindergarten entrance. Learning opportunities through ECFE may occur in a variety of settings, such as the families’ homes, district or community sites, and online parenting education and support. Programming and education services often include parents/caregivers and children but may just include parents/caregivers. Works to strengthen families and engage the ability of all parents to provide an environment that supports the healthy development of their child; current classes and events vary; services may include: - Book and toy lending library

- Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5

- Home visits

- Information on community resources

- Parent-child activities

- Parent discussion groups

- Play and learn activities for children

- Programs for non-English language learners

- School readiness program for children age 3 1/2 - 4

- Single parent program

- Special events for the entire family

Provides preschool experience child care for ages birth - 5-year-olds, focusing on social, self-help, and family development

ECFE is a parenting education program for all Minnesota families with children between the ages of birth to Kindergarten entrance. Learning opportunities through ECFE may occur in a variety of settings, such as the families’ homes, district or community sites, and online parenting education and support. Programming and education services often include parents/caregivers and children but may just include parents/caregivers.

ECFE works to strengthen families and engage the ability of all parents to provide an environment that supports the healthy development of their child.

Services may include:

- Book lending library

- Dad and child programs

- Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5

- Information on community resources

- Outdoor classroom

- Parent-child activities

- Parent discussion groups

- Play and learn activities for children

- Programs for non-English language learners

- School readiness program for children age 3 1/2 - 4

- Special events for the entire family

- Workshops on specific topics

NOTE: Call for current class offerings and schedule of events.

Registered Nurses provide a variety of programs to serve families. These programs include family home visiting during pregnancy and after the birth of your child, breastfeeding support, developmental screening for ones child, and more.

ECFE is a parenting education program for all Minnesota families with children between the ages of birth to Kindergarten entrance. Learning opportunities through ECFE may occur in a variety of settings, such as the families’ homes, district or community sites, and online parenting education and support. Programming and education services often include parents/caregivers and children but may just include parents/caregivers.

ECFE works to strengthen families and engage the ability of all parents to provide an environment that supports the healthy development of their child.

Services may include:

- Book lending library

- Dad and child programs

- Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5

- Information on community resources

- Outdoor classroom

- Parent-child activities

- Parent discussion groups

- Play and learn activities for children

- Programs for non-English language learners

- School readiness program for children age 3 1/2 - 4

- Special events for the entire family

- Workshops on specific topics

NOTE: Call for current class offerings and schedule of events.

- Provides maternity and baby clothes to women who are pregnant or have children under age 1. Items are given in exchange for parents attending classes, viewing videos, and other activities - Accepts donations of new and used maternity and baby clothing that are clean and in good condition - Cannot accept used car seats, cribs, stuffed animals, baby bottles, or feeding items

Program follows children ages birth - 36 months by asking parents fill out questionnaires about their child. Some children need special assistance to be healthy and learn skills such as sitting, walking, or talking. Provides opportunities for education about age-appropriate child health and development, empowering parents to compare their child’s development to that of other children in his/her age group.

ECFE is a parenting education program for all Minnesota families with children between the ages of birth to Kindergarten entrance. Learning opportunities through ECFE may occur in a variety of settings, such as the families’ homes, district or community sites, and online parenting education and support. Programming and education services often include parents/caregivers and children but may just include parents/caregivers. Services may include:

- Book and toy lending library

- Dad and child programs

 -Early childhood screening for children ages 3–5

- Home visits

- Information on community resources

- Parent discussion groups

- Parent-child activities

- Play and learn activities for children

- Programs for non-English language learners

- School readiness program for children age 3½–4

- Single parent program

- Special events for the entire family

- Workshops on specific topics

NOTE: Call for current class offerings and schedule of events

ECFE is a parenting education program for all Minnesota families with children between the ages of birth to Kindergarten entrance. Learning opportunities through ECFE may occur in a variety of settings, such as the families' homes, district or community sites, and online parenting education and support. Programming and education services often include parents/caregivers and children but may just include parents/caregivers.

ECFE works to strengthen families and engage the ability of all parents to provide an environment that supports healthy child development. Services may include:

- Day and child programs

- Early childhood screenings for children ages 3 - 5

- Family literacy program

- Information on community resources

- Home visits

- Parent-child activities

- Parent discussion groups

- Play and learn activities for children

- Programs for non-English language learners

- Resource and welcome center

- School readiness program for children ages 3 1/2 - 4

ECFE is a parenting education program for all Minnesota families with children between the ages of birth to Kindergarten entrance. Learning opportunities through ECFE may occur in a variety of settings, such as the families’ homes, district or community sites, and online parenting education and support. Programming and education services often include parents/caregivers and children but may just include parents/caregivers.

ECFE works to strengthen families and engage the ability of all parents to provide an environment that supports the healthy development of their child.

Services may include:

- Book lending library

- Dad and child programs

- Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5

- Information on community resources

- Outdoor classroom

- Parent-child activities

- Parent discussion groups

- Play and learn activities for children

- Programs for non-English language learners

- School readiness program for children age 3 1/2 - 4

- Special events for the entire family

- Workshops on specific topics

NOTE: Call for current class offerings and schedule of events.

ECFE is a parenting education program for all Minnesota families with children between the ages of birth to Kindergarten entrance. Learning opportunities through ECFE may occur in a variety of settings, such as the families’ homes, district or community sites, and online parenting education and support. Programming and education services often include parents/caregivers and children but may just include parents/caregivers.

ECFE works to strengthen families and engage the ability of all parents to provide an environment that supports the healthy development of their child.

Services may include:

- Book lending library

- Dad and child programs

- Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5

- Information on community resources

- Outdoor classroom

- Parent-child activities

- Parent discussion groups

- Play and learn activities for children

- Programs for non-English language learners

- School readiness program for children age 3 1/2 - 4

- Special events for the entire family

- Workshops on specific topics

NOTE: Call for current class offerings and schedule of events.

Program objectives include: - Increased parenting knowledge and skills. - Addresses maternal psychological risks that could interfere with positive child rearing. - Promotes optimal physical, cognitive, social/emotional development for children ages 0-3. - Prepares children for early school success. - Ensures children get recommended well-child visits and health care. - Links families to community services that address specific needs. - Promotes parental and children life skills and behavioral outcomes across the lifespan.

Provides health services including:

- Car seat safety information and free car seats to eligible families

- Child and teen check-ups

- Family home visiting programs

- Follow along program to track children's development

- Nutritional education - Parenting classes and support - Prenatal and postpartum visits, which include meeting with certified lactation counselors

- Early education child care for toddlers from ages 1 year and 4 months - 2 years and 9 months - Kindergarten readiness for preschoolers ages 2 years and 9 months - 6 years, full day slots - Emphasis on arts and multiculturalism, full and part time slots - Parent education and parent-child activities

- Connection and access to community services according to specific needs - Parenting skills support and education - Provides home visiting, newborn/postpartum follow-up home visits, and parenting information and support - Public Health nurse available to answer questions and offer health information for pregnant and parenting families

ECFE is a parenting education program for all Minnesota families with children between the ages of birth to Kindergarten entrance. Learning opportunities through ECFE may occur in a variety of settings, such as the families’ homes, district or community sites, and online parenting education and support. Programming and education services often include parents/caregivers and children but may just include parents/caregivers.