September 6, 2023
September Shines a Spotlight on Baby Safety
September is Baby Safety Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of keeping our youngest family members safe and secure. As a parent, ensuring your child's well-being is paramount, but that can be especially daunting and nerve-wracking with babies. In this blog post, we'll explore essential baby...
August 16, 2023
Postpartum Depression in the News
The recent FDA approval of the first pill specifically intended to treat postpartum depression which affects roughly 1 in 7 women who have given birth according to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Nearly half are not diagnosed due to lack of screening and reporting. As Arizona's largest nonprofit...
July 27, 2023
The Strongest Start for Every Child: Navigating Expectant Parents’ Top Worries
Expectant parents often experience a mix of excitement and anxiety as they prepare for the arrival of their baby. As Arizona's largest nonprofit dedicated to early childhood development, Southwest Human Development offers many programs fueled by evidence-based practices to support expectant and new parents in tackling these problems with confidence....
July 12, 2023
Setting the Stage for Success: The Birth to 5 Guide for Getting Ready for School
From the moment your child is born, they embark on an incredible journey of growth and development. These early years lay the foundation for their future success in school and beyond. It's crucial to focus on their overall development during this period. Encourage exploration, provide a nurturing environment, and stimulate...
June 22, 2023
Help Children Thrive During the Summer Break
Summer break is a wonderful time for children to relax and have fun, but it's also crucial to keep their curious minds engaged and stimulated. As Arizona's largest nonprofit dedicated to creating a healthy start for children from birth to five years old, our experts know the importance of providing a...
May 15, 2023
Grow A Reader: Because Books Still Matter
In the digital age, children’s books for early readers can seem like an archaic, ineffective tool when compared to tablets with flashy buttons, interactivity and animations to promote literacy. At Southwest Human Development, we know that books are not only a traditional way to get children introduced to reading and...
February 28, 2023
Valley Parents Advocate for Children’s Initiatives
Strolling Thunder is a baby advocacy campaign that aims to raise awareness and promote policies supporting young children's healthy development. This national campaign is spearheaded by Zero to Three, a nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring that all infants and toddlers have a strong start in life. Strolling Thunder has gained momentum...
November 14, 2022
Bring the Holidays to a Child in Need
Gingerbread Kids need you! This year, more than 1,000 kids in need have been identified by our program staff for our holiday giving campaign. Many generous corporate and community partners are providing gifts for children and families in need. We’ve been able to line up donors for 800 kids so...
March 16, 2022
Support inclusion this April with Bashas’
Join Bashas' in celebrating Champions for Inclusion this April! All month long, Bashas' customers can support three local charities making a difference for people with disabilities – Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center, Special Olympics Arizona and Southwest Human Development, the Easterseals affiliate for central and northern Arizona. Southwest Autism Research...