Dr. Darcy Lowell was a guest on WICC's "Coffee Break Chat," discussing the CT Association for Infant Mental Health (she's a member of the association's board), brain development in the early years and how toxic stress can affect a child's brain development.

The Wethersfield Early Childhood Collaborative hosted a kick-off event to present Wethersfield's Community Plan for Young Children & Families on Oct. 11.

Jamey Bell, the outgoing executive director of CT Voices for Children, recently appointed as the new Child Advocate for Connecticut, reflects on her time at CT Voices of Children, and discusses her new role as Child Advocate.

Upon an invitation from Meriden Children First, two representatives from the U.S. Department of Education made their way to Meriden on September 27 to visit two elementary schools, the Meriden Hub site and a family in the Meriden Family Zone.

A new study finds the United States near the bottom of the preschool enrollment rankings.

Jamey Bell, the executive director of CT Voices for Children, has been appointed by Governor Malloy to become the next Child Advocate. She will begin around November 1, serving as acting child advocate, until next legislative session, when her confirmation hearing will take place.

Donnie Dupree is one of very few male kindergarten teachers in the state of Connecticut. He is the only one in Meriden. Read more about how he found himself in a kindergarten classroom.

Part 1 - Mike Bellamy of WICC 600AM talks to CT Parent Power Executive Director Marilyn Calderon & steering committee chair George Hensinger about what CTPP does, what it's about, and how it helps parents get their voices heard. (This is an MP3 file - open the link and just hit "play.")

Part 2 - Mike Bellamy of WICC 600AM talks to CT Parent Power Executive Director Marilyn Calderon & steering committee chair George Hensinger about what CTPP does, what it's about, and how it helps parents get their voices heard. (This is an MP3 file - open the link and just hit "play.")

About four million Bumbo baby seats are being recalled after reports that nearly two dozen infants fractured their skulls. Consumers are asked to stop using the seats and contact Bumbo for a free repair kit that includes a restraint belt and instructions on how to safely use the seat. The repair kit can be ordered by visiting www.recall.BumboUSA.com or calling 866-898-4999.