Cultural Birthing Practice: A specially trained birth companion that provides support for women and families during pregnancy, labor, and after birth. They provide compassionate emotional, physical, and spiritual support that can lead to healthier pregnancies, a more positive and empowering birth experience, and an increase in breastfeeding and bonding in the postpartum period. The Indigenous birth companion may also work with trusted elders for spiritual birthing ceremonies and teachings.

Ages and Stages Questionnaires (ASQ-3 and ASQ: SE-2): A parent-completed screening tool to monitor the child’s social-emotional and developmental milestones from 1 month to age 6. This tool aids in identifying potential social-emotional or developmental delays. It allows for the child to be screened 9 different times during their development and begin intervention as early as possible.

Preschool Language Scales-5 Screening Test (PLS™-5): Screens a broad range of speech and language skills for children from birth through age 7.

Hearing Screening: Although hearing loss is common in older adults, it can occur at any age—even in babies and children. When children have undiagnosed hearing loss, it can affect their ability to learn to speak, understand language, thrive in a classroom, and interact with others. SCD can administer hearing screenings in children 3 years and up to help identify any needs.

Moe the Mouse: This program guides caregivers to build speech and language skills with their children ages 3 to 5 through fun and engaging Indigenous storytelling with puppets, sounds, stories, and songs. This program is offered in 16 sessions and supports culturally appropriate learning within homes and childcare centers.

Infant Massage: The first language of love is nurturing touch. The second is dialogue. This promotes healthy family development through nurturing touch and compassionate communication. The IAIM® Infant Massage Program is based on an adaptation of the ancient massage strokes and movements and the principles of reflexology and yoga.

Assessment for Quality Improvement (AQI): A set of quality standards for child care centers based on early learning research and best practice. It is a validated tool that outlines clear expectations, standards, and guidelines for childcare providers who work with children in centers as a planning tool and a self-evaluation.

Looksee: A developmental checklist that can help assess your child’s progress in a quick glance. It looks at key skills that most children can master at that specific age.