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Safe Sleep Revisited
by Sydney Carlson, Jamika Acevedo, Samantha Daugherty (GU CEI ’23) The American Academy of Pediatrics recently released updated recommendations on safe sleep (2022). The guidelines were updated t
Categories: Development and Learning, Early Childhood
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Parenting is Hard, Accessing Services Can Be Harder
by Leigh-Kirsten Sims, Andres Alejandro Crucet-Choi, and Nicole Telfer (GU CEI and GULEND ’23) My third child has a condition that was not diagnosed by his pediatrician until he was almost 4 year
Categories: Development and Learning, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion
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“I will never forget him”
How EI Providers Can Make a Difference For Mothers Experiencing Maternal Depression. by Minelva Holove, Veronica Val, and Abigail Ernharth (GU CEI ’23) “What affected me the most was my motivat
Categories: Development and Learning, Disability
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DC Early Intervention External Services & Resources for Early Intervention Providers and Families
by Priya Kumrah, Nicole Huitt, Kristen Mitchell (GU CEI’23) “The main focus [of early intervention] is to build the capacity of caregivers and the services are free to DC residents!” -Rima Fus
Categories: Development and Learning, Early Childhood
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Engaging Fathers & Family Members in EI Services
by Faith Kretzer, Ashley Rubalcava, and N’Zinga Townes (GU CEI’23) There are limited statistics available regarding fathers and father figures’ engagement in early intervention (EI) services. Fath
Categories: Disability, Early Childhood
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How Soon is Now? Building Foundations for Supported Decision Making (SDM) as Early as Possible for Children with IDD/DD
by Mona Ghuneim and Jennifer Berzok (GU LEND ’23) As a nurse, disability advocate and consultant, as well as the parent of a now adult man with autism and a significant mental health disorder, Mar
Categories: Disability, Policy
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Reach Up and Learn Parenting Program
by Melody Emenyonu, (GU SH ’24) While many who choose to engage in the journey of parenthood are well prepared it is a transformative experience that presents challenges. As parents, the goal for
Categories: Development and Learning, Early Childhood
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Exploring the Magic of Waldorf Steiner Education
by Wesley Sun (GU ‘25) Waldorf Steiner education is a unique teaching style that emphasizes holistic student development. This approach is based on the educational philosophy of Rudolf Steiner, an
Categories: Development and Learning, Early Childhood
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The Reggio Emilia Teaching Style: Nurturing Children’s Creativity and Curiosity
by Zoe Noor (GU ’25) When it comes to early childhood education, different countries across the world have come up with many different approaches. In hopes of providing a holistic and fostering en
Categories: Development and Learning, Early Childhood
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Disability Doesn’t Mean Disadvantage: The High Scope Approach to Early Education
by Ian Timoteo Franza (GU ’25) Comprehensive and accessible early education is essential for all children but is especially important for those with disabilities. Early education helps children wi
Categories: Development and Learning, Early Childhood