INfancy Onward

12/17/2025

INfancy Onward’s Endorsement Resources make it easier for professionals to pursue and maintain the Infant & Early Childhood Mental Health Endorsement®—with competency guides, training crosswalks, reflective supervision tools, and renewal info all in one place. 🌱
👉 Explore the resources today and take the next step in strengthening your practice: infancyonward.org/resources

12/15/2025

🌟 Free Training Alert! 🌟

Discover the basics of Infant & Early Childhood Mental Health with the Foundational Webinar — supported by & Boston Children’s Hospital.

🎥 Watch now & build shared knowledge for a brighter future: https://massaimh.org/trainings/iecmh-foundational-webinars/

12/11/2025

📚️ The Pyramid Model has thousands of resources for early educators, families, and early interventionists, to name a few! Check out their extensive resource library here: https://www.challengingbehavior.org/resources/. Just use the drop down to filter and find resources to support your work with families and children!

12/10/2025

😩 Burnout is one of the top three reasons cited for turnover in early education programs. Learn more about burnout prevention.
Access Zero to Three's free online course on mindfulness to support both staff well-being and children's development: https://www.zerotothree.org/resource/how-can-mindfulness-support-early-childhood-educators/.

12/05/2025

All flights to have been delayed to December 15 due to increased passenger demand!

You asked, and we listened! The abstract submission deadline for has been extended by two weeks, giving everyone the extra time they need to get onboard for this global conference.

Our Congress is committed to showcasing the full spectrum of experiences, cultures, and approaches that define our field. We want to hear from researchers, practitioners, policy makers, advocates, and students from around the world.

This is a ONE-TIME ONLY EXTENSION! The final day to submit your abstract is December 15. Don’t miss your flight or the chance to join our international community next October in Toronto, Canada.

Submit today: https://shorturl.at/ijbwc

12/05/2025

Don't sleep on this deal! Our Black Friday sale is still going, with deals as sweet as naptime!

Use code LEARN15 for 15% off our bookstore, virtual trainings, membership and registration to LEARN Conference 2026. And free shipping is always included: https://bit.ly/4g2RXgq

Already a member? Get even more savings on top of your exclusive discounts!

12/04/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined INfancy Onward and Foundations Academy for the Northern Indiana Infant & Early Childhood Mental Health Summit! 🌟 It was an energizing day of learning, connection, and collaboration. 🤝💡 We had a fantastic turnout, and the presentations sparked valuable discussion and engagement. 📚✨

A big thank you to Foundations Academy for partnering and hosting the summit—your support helped make the event a great success! 🙏🏽🎉

12/03/2025

🚨 New Publication Alert! 🚨 The article “Infant & Early Childhood Mental Health Endorsement: Participant Reports & Perceptions” has been published in the Infant Mental Health Journal (DOI: 10.1002/imhj.70056).

✨ Key Takeaways:

Major workforce gaps in IECMH identified

Training, reflective supervision & ongoing support = stronger, sustainable systems

Retention improves when organizations invest in mentorship & career pathways

💡 Implications: Growing the IECMH workforce means more than numbers—it requires infrastructure, equity, and collaboration across sectors.

👏 Huge thanks to the authors, associations, and professionals advancing infant & early childhood mental health.

📖 Read & share: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/imhj.70056

12/02/2025

🌟 This Giving Tuesday, support early childhood mental health with INfancy Onward! 🌟
Every infant, toddler, and young child deserves the chance to grow, learn, and thrive in safe, nurturing environments. Your donation helps fund education, advocacy, and support for families across Indiana.

💛 Your gift helps us:
• Train and endorse professionals serving young children
• Raise awareness about infant and early childhood mental health

When you navigate to the "Project Designation" section on the donation page, you can select "Prevention Programs & Services" from the dropdown menu.

This Giving Tuesday, make a difference in a child’s life. 💫
🔗 Donate now: https://www.mhai.net/donate/donate-online/

12/01/2025

📣 Call for Proposals is OPEN!

The 2026 Indiana School Health Conference is now accepting submissions!
🌟 Theme: Champions in Action: Empowering Healthier Hoosier Kids

📅 Proposal Deadline: January 9, 2026
https://www.ckfindiana.org/indiana-school-health-network-conference/

11/25/2025

📢 Free 1-Hour Webinar – December 12 at 1pm EST

Get an introduction to the Endorsement® credential—the global standard for professionals supporting infant and early childhood mental health.
Perfect for those in clinical, educational, advocacy, policy, home visiting, supervisory, and other IECMH roles.

Discover how Endorsement® can help you:
• Highlight your expertise
• Track competencies and career growth
• Connect with a global professional community

If you’re passionate about supporting infants, young children, and families, this session is for you!
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Join us for an engaging overview of the Endorsement® credential—the globally recognized standard for professionals committed to promoting infant and early childhood mental health across diverse scopes of practice. Who Should Attend:  Professionals working in infant and early childhood ment