How to Communicate Effectively About Early Relational Health: What It Is and Why It Matters

Early relational health refers to the state of emotional well-being that grows from the positive emotional connection between babies and toddlers and their parents/caregivers when they experience strong, positive, and nurturing relationships with each other. This guide was created to help the many voices supporting and working on early relational health to speak the same language and spread awareness, spark interest, advocate holistically, and accelerate change.

Topic: 

  • Family
  • Family Engagement
  • Social-emotional development

NC Community College Core Course: 

  • Infants, Toddlers, and Twos
  • Language and Literacy Experiences
  • Child Development and Learning