Childhood Obesity

The First Five Years is a weekly radio program presented by Maryland Family Network and airing on WEAA 88.9 FM. The program was previously on WYPR 88.1 FM. The series is focused on the extraordinary developmental period from birth to age five. The First Five Years highlights the challenges and opportunities related to nurturing young children and helping them build a solid foundation for success in school and in life. This program is made possible in part by M&T Charitable Foundation.

Childhood Obesity

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that almost one-third of American young children are overweight. In fact, one in five between the ages of two and five are already overweight or obese. What can parents do to reverse this trend?

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Resources & Links

Childhood Obesity Facts (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
Childhood Obesity Prevention Resources (NAEYC)
Let’s Move! (Let's Move)