On this episode of the Little Moments Count Radio Podcast, we hear from childcare advocates Celeste Finn, Leslie Rumsey, and Angela Clair who emphasize the challenges faced in sustaining childcare centers, including high costs and the difficulty of paying fair wages to staff while maintaining quality standards.

Minnesota's Day without Childcare aims to raise awareness about the critical need for affordable childcare and the importance of high-quality early education. On March 3, at Wilder (911 Lafond Ave, St. Paul), from 1:00 to 4:00 PM, parents, teachers, and advocates will gather to learn more and advocate for better policies. This event seeks to influence legislators and secure better funding and policies to support families, educators, and children. More information can be found at kidscountonus.com

This episode was aired on WFNU Frogtown Community Radio in St. Paul on Feb. 27th, 2025.

On this episode of the Little Moments Count Radio Podcast, we hear from power couple, parents Kyle VanBlaircom and Samantha Bush.

Kyle and Samantha are both peer support specialists, and advocates, who share their experiences balancing professional life with raising their children, discussing the evolution of their parenting styles, it take a village mentality and the importance of self-regulation. They discuss their story of parenting and recovery, navigating CPS and the foster care systems, highlighting the power of community resources, building trust, and maintaining hope. We dig into innovative approaches to supporting individuals in recovery and crisis situations, emphasizing self-directed support, the role of crisis shelters, and the universal need for supportive systems.

This episode was aired on WFNU Frogtown Community Radio on February 20th, 2025.

Join us for an insightful discussion with Mr. Guy Bowling from the Fathers Project, where we explore the transformative power of early childhood development. Our conversation provides practical guidance for parents and caregivers to enhance these vital moments, while addressing the unique challenges faced by low-income fathers, including unemployment and complex family dynamics. Additionally, we

This episode was aired live on The Afternoon Drive on KMOJ

Join us for a conversation with Dr. Artika R. Tyner, a passionate advocate for education and justice, as she emphasizes the critical brain development that occurs in early childhood and the significance of everyday activities such as reading, playing,

This episode was aired live on The Afternoon Drive on KMOJ

Acompáñenos en este episodio de Little Moments Count Radio con una conversación con Angel Aguilar, un educador dedicado y especialista bilingüe dedicado a apoyar a las familias hispanohablantes en el desarrollo de la primera infancia. Discutiremos la importancia de los primeros tres años de vida de un niño y los beneficios de la educación bilingüe. Angel comparte su experiencia y su jornada personal como

Escuchen mientras exploremos cómo la ECFE está fortaleciendo a las familias hispanohablantes y cómo el trabajo de Angel está teniendo un impacto duradero en el futuro de los

Este episodio fue grabado el 11 de octubre de 2024 en La

En este episodio del podcast de radio Little Moments Count,

 Acompáñenos en esta conversación mientras se discute la importancia crítica de los primeros tres años de vida de un niño en el desarrollo de su futuro, los desafíos que

Este episodio fue grabado el 13 de diciembre de 2024 en La Raza Radio 95.7 FM y 1400 AM en Richfield. Para escuchar más episodios, visite littlemomentscount.org/podcasts

Joining us today is Zsamé Morgan, the creative force behind

This episode was aired live on The Afternoon Drive on KMOJ

In this episode, Brandon Jones, Executive Director of the Minnesota Association for Children's Mental Health, discusses the critical impact that early interactions such as smiling, playing, and reading have on a child's development, highlighting the detrimental effects of excessive screen time and the importance of human connection for skills like psychomotor abilities, facial recognition, and language development. He offers valuable advice for caregivers, including foster parents, on promoting healthy growth and recognizing signs of development while addressing potential attachment issues. The conversation emphasizes the significance of role modeling, active listening, and being

This episode was aired live on The Afternoon Drive on KMOJ

Join us as Jaton White, Director of Community Wellness at Northside Achievement Zone, delves into the vital importance of a child's first 1,000 days in the latest episode of the Little Moments Count radio podcast. She provides caregivers and parents with practical strategies to nurture emotional resilience and social skills in young children, highlighting the significance of simple daily interactions like playing, reading, and singing for brain development. Jaton also focuses on the

This episode was aired live on The Afternoon Drive on KMOJ

Joining us today is Zsamé Morgan, the creative force behind

 Our conversation with Zsamé delves into the thoughtful curation of diverse children's literature, a journey that goes beyond mere representation to truly honor the voices and stories of people of color. We explore how authentic portrayals in books bolster self-esteem and identity in young readers, offering them characters and narratives they can relate to. With

This episode was recorded on December 13th, 2024 on the radio program For the Culture on KRSM Radio in Minneapolis.  To hear more interviews with early childhood experts on how to support the important brain development that takes place in the first 1000 days of life–just through little moments every day, visit littlemomentscount.org/podcast