First Things First

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Every kid is different, but it helps to know if your child is meeting typical milestones at different ages and stages—and how you can support their healthy development.

How your child plays, learns, speaks, acts and moves offers important clues about your child’s development. Find information to help you understand what’s happening at every stage through First Things First.

Ages and Stages All kids develop differently, but along the way, it helps to know if your child is meeting typical developmental milestones -- the things most children can d...

How do you know when picky eating is something more serious? Swipe to learn about pediatric feeding disorders—and learn what to do when you have a concern.

As Arizona's early childhood agency, find FREE early childhood resources: https://www.FirstThingsFirst.org/first-things/babies-and-toddlers-can-be-fussy-or-picky-eaters-sometimes-its-more-serious/

Teaching your toddler to name their feelings is one way to help them validate emotions. It helps them feel understood and reassured that big feelings are normal.

As Arizona's early childhood agency, First Things First has a guide to help you navigate toddler tantrums, emotions and feelings: https://www.FirstThingsFirst.org/az-new-parent-guide/caring-for-your-toddler/feeling-safe-and-secure/