ELRC Region 5’s formula bank sites fed nearly 5,000 babies and distributed more than 30,000 cans or bottles of formula in 2025, according to a year in review for the formula bank.

To celebrate National Nutrition Month, the Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Program (IECMH) has compiled a list of resources that can help caregivers make nutritious choices for the children in their care.

This month’s Buzzword is COSTUME, which means a distinctive style of dress.

The Pennsylvania Child Care Association (PACCA) has released several new TEACH Scholarship tip sheets that include resources for child care providers, early educators, high school students, and early childhood programs.

ELRC Region 5’s quality partner, Trying Together, celebrates Month of the Young Child (MOYC) every April in conjunction with the National Association for the Education of Young Children’s (NAEYC) yearly observance of the Week of the Young Child. 

The Child Mind Institute has put together resources on how to keep an eye out for early signs of developmental disorders.

With kindergarten registration opening in some school districts around Allegheny County and its surrounding counties, there are several items that caregivers will want to start collecting to complete the process.

The Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) announced that funding has become available to offer free pediatric First Aid/CPR certification training for the next few months.

Having a discussion about racism, discrimination, and other social justice topics can be challenging for some adults.