Extension has sought to improve the quality of parenting in Oregon by adapting a 12-part newsletter series which may be mailed directly to parents. Parenting the First Year and Parenting the Second and Third Years , follow a child's monthly development during the first years. Parenting the First Year has been distributed since 1994 to Oregon families who never had to leave home to get expert parenting advice. Parents whose only source of parent education is this newsletter report improved safety practices.
Parents say they become less angry when their babies are difficult.
Young parents, limited resource parents, and Hispanic parents report they play and talk to their babies more often. Provide research-based community service that is proven effective in improving parenting skills Reach beyond the boundaries of race, social class or physical distance at a minimal cost. Provide the vital link between parents and essential resources available in your community. Develop a coalition of community organizations to address the educational needs of parents. The newsletters are easy to read, short and to the point, and easy to refer back for future reference.