Priska Neely
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An update on what's happened in the year since the county's health department launched an action plan aimed at closing the black-white gap in infant mortality. -
It’s estimated that only 2 to 3% of early childhood educators are men. One of those men has organized a conference Saturday aiming to bring more into the field.
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At a hearing Monday, commissioners shared highlights from the draft proposal, which covers everything from access to provider training and parent involvement.
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A State Assembly commission has released a draft of its recommendations to streamline early learning for millions of California kids.
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After two years of work, the state assembly's Blue Ribbon Commission on early childhood education unveiled a draft of recommendations to improve the system. Now's your chance to chime in.
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Comedian Angelina Spicer talks about her experience with postpartum depression at conferences and before lawmakers. She’s even made it part of her stand-up routine.
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One in seven women experience depression and anxiety during or after the birth of a child -- and because it's underdiagnosed and underreported, some estimates are much higher.
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Councilmember Paul Krekorian proposed that the city work toward restoring child care programs cut during the recession. One way to secure funds? A ballot measure.
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The first-ever State of Babies Yearbook creates a national profile looking at nearly 60 indicators, including health care access and early education opportunities.
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A new report from offers recommendations for policymakers on increasing and improving the facilities available to address the shortage of options.
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