Children of Young Parents

Marlen Ramirez to Receive 2023 Healthy Teen Network Outstanding Former Young Parent Award

Children of Young Parents

Offering the “Right Support” for Young Parents 

Young parents are usually really motivated to access services…it’s our job to make sure the supports are they and they can access them. By Valerie Sedivy, PhD May 18, 2023 In a perfect world, Mother’s Day is a celebration of … Read More

Children of Young Parents

SEARChing to Address Dyslexia–Capes Not Required

Children of Young Parents

Zooming, No Contact Deliveries, and Food Bank Drive-Throughs: Engaging Young Parents (and Parents-to-Be!) During A Pandemic

An inside look at how some of our members leveraged partnerships & personal & professional growth when facing the challenges of pandemic life  By Deborah Chilcoat, MEd May 8, 2021 We’ve heard from the CDC, Dr. Fauci, and just last … Read More

Children of Young Parents

Connecting Pregnant and Parenting Foster Youth with Home Visiting Services

Collaboration between the home visiting and child welfare systems benefits adolescent parents and their children.  By Amy Dworsky, PhD April 22, 2021 A dolescent motherhood is difficult under the best of circumstances. Adolescent mothers must navigate both the normative developmental … Read More

Children of Young Parents

ReSHAPING Launches Partnership with Healthy Teen Network and New Website

Looking for the latest research on sexual health and adolescent parents in out of home care? We have it for you on ReSHAPING’s brand new website. By Claudette Grinnell-Davis, PhD, MS, MSW By Bryn King, PhD, MSW October 27, 2020 … Read More

Children of Young Parents

How to Find Housing and Services for Young People Who Are Pregnant or Parenting

We often get questions from young people who are pregnant or parenting, looking for housing and other support services. We do not provide housing or direct services, but we have put together a list of resources that may help young people find … Read More

Children of Young Parents

Talking About a Revolution

I want to start a revolution. I want young mothers to speak up and claim the honor, respect, and appreciation they deserve…and not just on Mother’s Day. By Deborah Chilcoat, MEd May 10, 2012 I want to start a revolution. … Read More

Children of Young Parents

Seeking Validation: A Former Teen Parent’s Journey

I had my four children when I was 13, 15, 17, and 19 years old. As I grew up and raised my family, people would often ask, “How did you make it?” By Guest Blogger Todaé Charles January 10, 2012 Growing … Read More

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