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Spring 2022

7 Ideas to Get Creative

on a Family Walk


  1. Start with a game- Consider games as pump-up activities that motivate your family
  2. Let nature be your guide- Once your family gets going look for nature to keep you going
  3. Use your senses-While there's usually a lot to see on a walk, there are many opportunities to explore by using other senses, too. 
  4. Sneak in some science- A family nature walk is a great time to try some simple science activities with your child.
  5. Take a break- At some point during a walk, find a clearing, an empty picnic table or a clean spot and sit and realx together.
  6. Reserve some activities for the way back- Play follow-the-leader games, leaping like frogs or flying like birds.
  7. Make it a habit- When you get home from the walk, talk bout about your walk. 
Check out the Nature Cat's Great Outdoors App to get ideas. 
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ARTS!
Children are eager and playful creators. The arts help them explore, make sense of their world and express their thoughts, feelings and beliefs. For young children, art experiences should focus on the process. The art process focuses on the experience, not the “right way” to do something; supports safe risk-taking; values “failure” as part of the creative problem-solving process; and results in art that is unique, personal and original. The most important thing you can do to develop your child’s creativity is to provide plenty of unstructured time, a safe space for exploration and support without judgment of what is right or wrong, good or bad. And join in and have fun!
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Handprint Flowers Craft
Process Art Projects      
Citrus Printing    
Resources for Families 
On our webpage you will find many helpful resources to support your family. From help in finding child care and acquiring food benefits as well as parent education opportunities, we are sure you will find the information you are looking for.   

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Preventing Lyme Disease and other
Tick-borne illnesses
What is Lyme disease? Lyme disease is caused by a bacteria transmitted by the deer tick. Early symptoms of the illness include: flu-like symptoms; an expanding, circular rash; fatigue; and body aches. 
Where and When Are Deer Ticks Found? Deer ticks are found in woodland areas, as well as grassy or brush habitats, including lawns and parks., Ticks are most active during May, June, and July. 
For more information visit cdc.org/ticks
With the baby formula shortage, what should I do if I can't find any? 
Since the outbreak of COVID-19, there have been significant shortages of infant formulas in some stores. Current shortages have been largely caused by supply chain issues and a recall of several contaminated baby formula products. Check with your local stores or online retailers about availability.
To help ease the impact of shortages, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) advises buying no more than a 10-day to 2-week supply of formula.
What if baby formula is out of stock everywhere?
If you're struggling to find baby formula, here are some tips that can help.
Keep in mind, this advice is strictly for URGENT situations. If you have any concerns about your baby's nutrition, please talk with your pediatrician.
  • Talk with your pediatrician and ask if they are able to get you a can from the local formula representatives or one of the charities that has some. Your local WIC office may also be able to help.
  • Check smaller stores and drug stores, which may not be out of supply when the bigger stores are.
  • If you can afford it, buy formula online until store shortages ease. Purchase from well-recognized distributors and pharmacies rather than individually sold or auction sites. Do not import formula from overseas, since imported formula is not FDA-reviewed.
  • For most babies, it is OK to switch to any available formula, including store brands, unless your baby is on a specific extensively hydrolyzed or amino acid based formula such as Elecare (no store brand exists). If you are unsure, talk with your pediatrician.
  • Check social media groups. There are groups dedicated to infant feeding and formula, and members may have ideas for where to find formula. Make sure to check any advice with your pediatrician.
  • If no formula can be found, consider borrowing a can from a friend.

American Academy of Pediatrics- Steven A. Abrams, MD, FAAP
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The Child Care Council is Hiring!!
  Submit your resume to:  jwagner@childcaredutchess.org        
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Parents can be partners  of CCCDP, too! Click here for more information. 
Visit the Consumer Product Safety Commission for current information on recalls and product details. 
Visit CCCDP's website for a list of partnering agencies who offer parent education resources. 
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