WNY Infant Toddler Resource Network

08/20/2026

Looking for a way to advance you career in early childhood? Reach out to to learn more about earning your CDA.

Enrollment is open for our upcoming CDA cohort! 🌟

CDA is the most widely recognized credential in early childhood education and is an important part in starting a career in early childhood education, teaching candidates how to nurture the emotional, physical, intellectual, and social development of children.

Submit your application here: https://wnychildren.org/providers/credentialings-and-certifications/

08/14/2026

Container Syndrome is a term used to describe the lack of skill in infants who are not allowed ample movement opportunities. Container Baby Syndrome is the result of an infant being placed in a container for an excessive amount of time during the day. This extended time leads to structural, movement, and behavioral challenges as a result.

Baby containers include baby equipment and items such as:

👣Restrictive playpens
👣Crib
👣Car seats
👣Strollers
👣Bumbo seats
👣Bouncy seats and swings
👣Rockers
👣Nursing cushions
👣Vibrating chairs
👣Jumpers
👣Exersaucers
👣Positioning pillows
👣Slings
👣Floor seats
👣Infant swings
👣Walkers
👣Jumpers

All of the time spent in these baby containers adds up! When in a positioning device such as the ones listed above, little ones are limited in the motor development that results from stretching, wiggling, turning, reaching, and otherwise moving.

https://www.theottoolbox.com/container-baby-syndrome/

08/11/2026

Our first session of Back to Basics happens in just over a week, but registration closes August 17th. Registration details can be found at https://wnychildren.org/training-calendar-view/ or simply scan the QR code.

08/06/2026

If you've ever wondered why young children behave in the oh so many ways that they do, then this training will offer the answers you're seeking. Part II will focus on strategies and approaches to use when you're finding behavior just a little challenging too.

More details and registration information can be found at: https://wnychildren.org/training-calendar-view/

08/05/2026

This interactive hands-on training is just a week away.!

Join us in-person as you explore various benefits of sensory play and even get your an opportunity to try out some suggested activities for yourself!

Details and registration information can be found at: https://wnychildren.org/training-calendar-view/

08/05/2026

We are just two weeks away from our first session of our Back to Basics Series. Scan the QR code or visit our training calendar for registration details.
https://wnychildren.org/training-calendar-view/

08/05/2026

08/05/2026

We are exploring the launch of a new Child Care Substitute Pool initiative, and we need your input! 📝

Whether you are a parent, program director, or educator, if you have a connection to WNY Child Care, we want to hear from you!

Take this easy 3-minute survey here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=u9SQwH00R0-1IXUQjipEtmaop9hfDZtNrS6SUKs2BFZUNjRGSzhLSEY4T0JYWFhBWkJWTDJNQU1GTy4u

08/03/2026

Supervision is a key component in creating safe and healthy infant and toddler spaces.

Kimberly LeRoy spotlights 7 supervision strategies that promotes optimal learning outcomes for Infant/Toddler classrooms.