Our 2025 Year In Review

A Snapshot of our Work to Strengthen Prenatal-to-3 Systems of Care Across the Country

In 2025, the Prenatal-to-3 Policy Impact Center continued to support state leaders with rigorous evidence and policy analysis focused on the earliest years of life. Guided by the science of the developing child, our team expanded research, broadened partnerships, and introduced new resources to help states strengthen their prenatal-to-3 systems of care.

This snapshot reflects key accomplishments from FY24-25, along with major milestones reached in calendar year 2025.

Explore the 2025 Year in Review

Strategic Partnerships

Made 230 connections with state leaders across all 50 states and DC

Tracking Policy Activity

Tracked approximately 1,580 bills and over 130 appropriations bills related to our Roadmap policies and strategies

Advancing Evidence & Insights

Released 20 publications, including research briefs, policy briefs, case studies, evidence snapshots, and Roadmap profile reviews

Looking Ahead

This year’s achievements reflect the dedication and expertise of every team member across the Prenatal-to-3 Policy Impact Center.

As we look ahead, we remain committed to supporting states with clear evidence, responsive guidance, and actionable insights to help states build systems that support infants, toddlers, and their families.

Press Release
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12.19.25

Prenatal-to-3 Policy Impact Center Secures $4 Million in Renewed Funding to Support Ongoing Progress in Early Childhood Development

FUNDING RENEWALS FROM MAJOR PHILANTHROPIC ORGANIZATIONS WILL STRENGTHEN OPERATIONS AND RESEARCH EFFORTS AIMED AT IMPROVING OUTCOMES FOR YOUNG CHILDREN AND FAMILIES Press Contact: Sydne Lewis, 615-343-9946, sydne.lewis@vanderbilt.edu The Prenatal-to-3 Policy Impact Center at Vanderbilt University’s

Research Brief
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12.17.25

2025 Prenatal-to-3 Legislative Roundup

With most legislatures adjourned for the year, we recap the 2025 action on state policies to support children and families. So far this year, lawmakers throughout the country debated—and many passed—legislation that aligns with four key components of the prenatal-to-3 system of care.

Research Brief
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12.10.25

State Policy Progress on Community-Based Doulas in 2025

Many expectant parents share a similar experience of being overwhelmed during one of life’s most transformative periods. Identified as one of several effective policies that can impact a state’s prenatal-to-3 system of care in our