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.
Did you know that some child care professionals earn less than a fast food server? But a child's care and education are not drive-through services. Let's work together to explore ways to raise the salaries of child care professionals in Maryland without raising child care costs or blocking access for working families.