Provider's Paychecks

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.

Childcare provider and three young children at the drawing table

Provider's Paychecks

Many of the professionals entrusted to care for our children are severely underpaid and relying on public assistance to make ends meet. They deserve better.

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Resources & Links

Trends in Child Care (MFN)
The State of Early Childhood Workforce (Center for the Study of Child Care Employment)