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6 Things Every Napa Parent Should Know About Developmental Screenings

6 Things Every Napa Parent Should Know About Developmental Screening

1. It identifies delays early, when interventions can help the most.

2. It helps ensure better futures. Studies show that children who receive early treatment for developmental delays are more likely to graduate from high school, hold jobs, and live independently.

3. It’s recommended by The American Academy of Pediatrics. The AAP recommends that all infants and young children be screened for delays as a regular part of their ongoing health care.

4. It’s easy, quick and free. Pick up the phone, call 707-253-7444 and schedule an appointment for your child between 0 and 5.

5. It helps you take an active role in guiding your child’s development. Doing the screening with ParentsCAN gives you a chance to share you unique insights about your child and learn more about key developmental milestones.

6. It boosts parent-child bonding. Parent-completed screenings are a great bonding experience for parents and children. ParentsCAN will offer you fun and effective learning activities you and child can do together between screenings.

Look for ParentsCAN staff out and about Napa Valley this month to learn more about developmental screenings and your child!

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