The countdown has officially begun – and we couldn’t be more excited! May is finally here, ushering in MAY All Babies Thrive Month, a time dedicated to honoring, celebrating and advocating for our littlest ones. The National Collaborative for Infants & Toddlers (NCIT) invites you to join us all month long as we raise our voices for the vital investments and bold solutions needed to give all babies the strong start they deserve.
Together with the early childhood community, we have a powerful mission: to unite, to celebrate and to demand the changes our infants and toddlers need. Let’s show the world that our youngest generation deserves more than “maybes” – they deserve bright, thriving futures!
Why May?
May is brimming with energy, growth, and renewal – what better time to celebrate the joys of nurturing our babies? May is brimming with energy, growth, and renewal – what better time to celebrate the joys of nurturing our babies? This vibrant month spotlights incredible efforts nationwide to support young children and underscores the critical importance of the early childhood years. It’s not just a celebration; it’s a call to action.
Throughout May, we’ll lift up prenatal-to-three champions, sharing inspiring stories and pushing for the changes our infants and toddlers urgently need. Their futures can’t wait – and neither can we.
Every baby deserves a healthy start, and that means bold action now. We’re advocating for:
- Expanded access to infant and maternal health care, including prenatal and postpartum health services.
- Affordable, high-quality early childhood education and childcare, giving every child the chance to succeed.
- Stronger family economic supports, like paid family and medical leave, to help parents care for their children without risking their livelihoods.
- Nutrition security through programs like WIC and SNAP and healthy school meals for students, ensuring children and families have access to nutritious foods.
What’s in Store? Get Ready for Exciting Events and Campaigns!
We have an action-packed lineup planned for you, including:
- May All Babies Thrive Toolkit: Our newly updated toolkit is loaded with ideas, resources and activities to engage your community and rally support for babies.
- Influencer Campaign: We’re launching an exciting influencer campaign to amplify our message far and wide. You can help by sharing your voice, your story and your commitment to our littlest learners.
- Webinars and Live Social Media Events: Tune in to our dynamic lineup of online events where advocates, experts, and families come together to champion the needs of infants and toddlers.
And there’s even more to come! Whether you’re an early childhood professional, a parent or a passionate advocate, there’s a place for you in this movement! Let’s ensure that for our babies, there are no more maybes – only bright futures.
Looking Back to Look Forward
Last year, we made incredible strides during May All Babies Thrive Month. From powerful storytelling to nationwide events, our movement grew stronger and louder. Take a look at what we accomplished together in 2024 right here – and get inspired for an even bigger 2025!
Join the Movement!
Let’s commit – no more maybes for our babies – only bright, bold futures filled with opportunity, love and support.
You can follow the NCIT, share your story, join our events and advocate for change. Together, we can make a lasting difference for infants and toddlers everywhere.
May is here. The time is now. Let’s make sure ALL babies thrive!
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