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Early Care Support

The Basics HRThe Hampton Roads Basics are five fun, simple and powerful ways that every family can give every child a great start in life.
My Lantern Caring for a child can be heartwarming and challenging. Lantern is a free texting program that offers trusted information to families from pregnancy through preteen. Text WHRO to 274 448 to sign up!
90by590% of a child’s brain is developed by age 5. When parents engage positively with their children in the early years, then children will be set up for success in school and in life. 
New Family Support

Parent and pregnancy educators are available in every city in Hampton Roads to help every parent during those early years. Talk to someone who can help you decide what is right for your family.

  • Referral form button (vs list of programs)
  • Early Impact VA - Early Impact Virginia connects expectant parents and families with young children to a trained, family support professional who provides customized coaching and guidance during pregnancy, postpartum and the early stages of a child’s development.
Ready, Set, Register SoutheasternThis website is for parents, grandparents, foster parents, and early childhood caretakers who are looking for quality early childhood programs in the Southeastern region of Virginia, including South Hampton Roads, Western Tidewater, and the Eastern Shore.
Pathway Through Pregnancy in Hampton RoadsA step-by-step guide to preparing for a healthy pregnancy with available supports to address obstacles that might arise.
Pathway Through Pregnancy in Hampton RoadsA step-by-step guide to preparing for a healthy pregnancy with available supports to address obstacles that might arise.