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Safe Sleep Practices for Infants

The Ounce of Prevention Fund of Florida helps Floridians understand, among other things, “the importance of creating safe sleep environments for infants.” They’re a great resource for ordering materials to give to families, teaching your staff safe child care practices, and finding information on important initiatives like Child Abuse Prevention and Healthy Families.   Babies sleep safest when they are alone, on their backs, in a crib in the parents’ room for the first year … Read more

Autism Awareness and Resources

Autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), is a lifelong developmental disability often linked to challenges with social, emotional and communication skills. ASD affects the way the brain processes information and how the nerve cells in the brain connect and organize. ASD affects individuals differently. While there is no known cause of autism and it can be difficult to diagnose, pediatricians and parents can look for specific indicators and early intervention can improve overall development. During … Read more

Flagler & Volusia Health Resources

Florida Department of Health – Volusia 386-274-0509 Offers many family planning services included but not limited to pregnancy testing and counseling, all methods of birth control, physical exams and analysis, HIV and STD counseling and screening, and more. Services are based on a sliding fee scale.   Daytona State College Dental Hygiene Program Affordable low-cost dental cleanings for children and adults. Florida Department of Health Preventive Dental Health Program 386-274-0896 This program offers examinations, X-rays, … Read more