The Issue:
  • 1 in 4 children age 0-5 years are at moderate or high risk for developmental, behavioral, or social delay
  • AAP recommends screening of all children for developmental, behavioral, and social delays at 9, 18, and 24 or 30 months
  • Less than 50% of pediatricians use valid and reliable screening tools
  • Children who have developmental delays are at greater risk for later emotional and behavioral problems and poor educational achievement
"The earlier developmental delays are detected, the sooner a child can receive the support they need to reach their full potential. By working together, we can ensure that all young kids are on track to start school healthy and ready to succeed!"  
​                         Sam Leyvas: Chief Executive Officer of First Things First