Parent Resources

Welcome to Kids ‘R’ Kids of West McKinney, your trusted partner in your parenting journey! At our center, we understand the joys and challenges of raising children. We strive to be more than just a daycare; we’re a community dedicated to providing exceptional care, education, and support to both children and their families. Through our comprehensive programs, experienced staff, and nurturing environment, we aim to empower parents with the resources and confidence they need to navigate the rewarding adventure of parenthood.

1. What is Early Intervention? #EarlyIntervention programs provide services and supports available to #babies and young #children with #developmental delays and disabilities and their families. Find your state’s program here: www.cdc.gov/FindEI

2. Track your child’s #developmental #milestones and share them with your pediatrician using CDC’s FREE Milestone Tracker app – available in English and Spanish! www.cdc.gov/MilestoneTracker
3. In this video, #parents share how @CDCgov’s FREE materials for tracking #developmental #milestones have helped them and their children. Watch the video to learn how these materials may be helpful to you as well! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S-OQXmjY53o
4. CDC made tracking early #developmental #milestones easy and fun with their FREE, parent-friendly app, Milestone Tracker. Download the app in English or Spanish and start tracking, supporting, and celebrating your child’s early development today! www.cdc.gov/MilestoneTracker
5. Download CDC’s Milestone Tracker app in English or Spanish to complete a milestone checklist for your child! Then, use the app to share a summary with your child’s doctor, get tips for development, and find out what to do if you have a concern. www.cdc.gov/MilestoneTracker
6. #FunFact: Most children begin to sort shapes and colors by the age of 2! This is one of many #developmental #milestones to look for in your child. Check out CDC’s milestone checklists to learn which milestones to look out for www.cdc.gov/Milestones
7. Get CDC’s FREE Milestone Tracker app to complete a milestone checklist for your child. Then, share a summary with your child’s doctor, get tips for development, and find out what to do if you have a concern. www.cdc.gov/MilestoneTracker
8. If you have a concern about your child’s development, visit www.cdc.gov/Concerned to learn what you can do to best care for your child. When children are identified as early as possible, they can get the resources and services they need!
9. If your child has a #developmental delay, you may be eligible to receive free or low-cost services to help. If your child is younger than 3 years old, you can call your state or territory’s Early Intervention program and request early intervention services. If your child is age 3 years or older, you can call any local public elementary school and request an evaluation through preschool special education services. Take a look at CDC’s list of Early Intervention programs by state for contact info: www.cdc.gov/FindEI

10. Monitoring children’s developmental milestones is not only a great way for parents to support their children’s development, but can also be a fun, family activity! Listen to two families share how using CDC’s resources, like the Milestone Tracker app, has helped them to keep track of their child’s development. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S-OQXmjY53o