Connecticut

5 Years of Progress on the Prenatal-to-3 State Policy Roadmap

CONNECTICUT’S PROGRESS ON THE PRENATAL-TO-3 STATE POLICY ROADMAP The Prenatal-to-3 State Policy Roadmap guides state leaders on the most effective investments to ensure all children thrive from the start. Since the 2020 Roadmap, Connecticut newly

Demographic Characteristics

DEMOGRAPHIC CHARACTERISTICS OF INFANTS AND TODDLERS IN CONNECTICUT The characteristics of families vary considerably by state. A clear picture of the current demographic composition and characteristics of a state’s prenatal-to-3 population can help to inform

2024 Roadmap Summary

THE PRENATAL-TO-3 SYSTEM OF CARE IN CONNECTICUT The prenatal to age 3 (PN-3) period is the most rapid and sensitive period of development, and it sets the foundation for long-term health and wellbeing. The science

State-Level Outcomes

CHILD AND FAMILY WELLBEING IN CONNECTICUT State policy choices influence the wellbeing of children and families. The data below illustrate the range on 18 outcome measures of child and family wellbeing between the state in

Policy Impact Calculator

CONNECTICUT’S POLICY CHOICES IMPACT FAMILY RESOURCES A state’s policy choices do not operate in isolation from one another. Instead, they interact to provide critical resources and create a system of support of varying generosity for

2024 Prenatal-to-3 Legislative Highlights

With most legislatures adjourned for the year, we recap the 2024 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.

Connecticut

THE PRENATAL-TO-3 SYSTEM OF CARE IN CONNECTICUT The prenatal to age 3 (PN-3) period is the most rapid and sensitive period of development, and it sets the foundation for long-term health and wellbeing. The science

Demographic Characteristics

DEMOGRAPHIC CHARACTERISTICS The characteristics of families vary considerably by state. A clear picture of the current demographic composition and characteristics of a state’s prenatal-to-3 population can help to inform policy leaders as to who is

2022 Prenatal-to-3 State Policy Roadmap

Rigorous scientific evidence informs our annual policy guide, which gives states actionable solutions to improve outcomes for all young children.

2022 National Prenatal-to-3 Research to Policy Summit

October 13, 2022 Thousands of national and state leaders, scholars, and practitioners gathered virtually for the preeminent summit on the prenatal-to 3 period. Participants heard the latest research on the most effective policy actions state