Putnam County Help Me Grow

04/14/2026

Blowing bubbles with your toddler might seem like simple fun, but it’s actually a powerful developmental activity. Here's why it's important:

Builds Language and Communication Skills
Interaction and Vocabulary: As you talk about the bubbles—"big," "pop," "up," "again"—you help your toddler learn new words and how to use them.
Turn-Taking: Blowing and popping bubbles encourages the back-and-forth rhythm of conversation.

04/10/2026

Did you know Ohio has the highest enrollment in Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library? 📚 Over 70% of kids under 5 get a book each month — but 30% still miss out! Share & enroll for FREE

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Ohio is reaching children in all 88 counties, thanks to a network of early childhood literacy partners and generous support from the Ohio General Assembly, corporations, foundations, and individual donors.

04/08/2026

Home Visiting Services are here to support you on your parenting journey with these valuable resources: 🌟
🔹 Answer your questions about parenting and child health and wellness
🔹 Help you develop goals for your family
🔹 Provide important parenting education for all stages of growth
🔹 Teach and model activities to support your child’s learning and development
🔹 Connect you with resources to help with basic needs
Message us for more information!

04/08/2026

💙 April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month 💙

Every child deserves to grow up in a safe, loving environment. At the Ohio Department of Children and Youth and the Ohio Children's Trust Fund, we’re working every day to support families, strengthen communities, and prevent child abuse before it happens.

This month, let’s raise awareness, share resources, and stand together for Ohio’s children. Prevention starts with all of us.
🔗 Learn more: octf.ohio.gov/home

03/17/2026

03/06/2026

Home Visiting is a free, voluntary program where trained professionals visit your home to support you during pregnancy and your child’s early years.
Your home visitor can help with pregnancy tips, baby care, sleep, parenting stress, and child development, and connect you to local resources.
Benefits:
48% fewer low birth weight babies
25% higher early reading and math scores
Learn more and find a program near you: helpmegrow.org

03/06/2026

How can YOU DO WHAT’S RIGHT FOR KIDS?
💛 Did you know? A child’s brain grows fastest from birth to age three, forming 1million connections every second. Talking, reading, and singing help support healthy brain growth.
How you can help: Spend time with young children and share tips with families. Learn more: helpmegrow.org

03/03/2026

Early Intervention supports families with children birth to age 3 so they have the best possible start in life, and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can sometimes be diagnosed in children before age 2. Children who receive autism-appropriate education and support at key developmental stages are more likely to gain essential social skills. Early support can reduce the need for services later in life. Learn more about Early Intervention at

03/02/2026

Triple P (Positive Parenting Program) is a program that gives parents and caregivers tools to help kids grow up happy and healthy. It teaches ways to build strong relationships, encourage good behavior, and handle everyday stress. Triple P focuses on helping families set routines, talk better with their children, and support kids’ emotions—from little kids to teens.

In Ohio, parents and caregivers can use Triple P Online for free. The online program lets you learn at your own pace with easy, on-demand resources. Learn more: octf.ohio.gov/what-we-do/our-impact/triple-p-online