Think Babies™ NC

It’s time to Think Babies™ NC and make their potential our priority!

Think Babies™ NC seeks to ensure that North Carolina’s youngest children, prenatal to age 3, benefit from effective and equitable public policies, programs, and funding so that all children have what they need to thrive: healthy beginnings, supported families, and quality early care and learning experiences. This statewide initiative to support the healthy development of infants and toddlers is led by the Think Babies™ NC Alliance, comprised of a dynamic, cross-sector Leadership Team of public and private early childhood organizations at the local and state level.

When we Think Babies™ NC, we create stronger families, vibrant communities and a prosperous future for North Carolina.

2022 Infant-Toddler Child Care Landscape Study and County Reports

The Think Babies™ NC Alliance has partnered with Child Care Services Association to conduct a study of North Carolina’s infant-toddler child care landscape. This report offers an in-depth look at infant-toddler child care accessibility and availability during the COVID-19 pandemic. Click the button below to read the full statewide report, and use the drop-down menu to find information about your county’s infant-toddler child care.

The NC Early Education Coalition serves as the backbone organization of the Think Babies™ NC Alliance, led by a cross-sector Leadership Team of state and local organizations focused on advancing public awareness and policy solutions for infants, toddlers, and their families. If you have questions or would like to get involved, please contact us at [email protected].