The American Academy of Pediatrics has worked with key partner organizations to establish policy recommendations and guidelines regarding health and safety practices in early education and child care programs.

The following are AAP policy statements that can be used to guide quality improvement efforts at the program, pediatric practice, community, state, and national levels:

	Quality Early Education and Child Care			The Medical Home
	SIDS Risk Reduction Recommendations			The Importance of Play
	Breastfeeding and the Use of Human Milk			Additional AAP Policy Statements
	The Pediatrician's Role in Community Pediatrics

For AAP publications on standards and guidelines, see:

• Key Resources for Health Professionals
• Key Resources for EECC Professionals