Learn the Signs. Act Early. Utah

What is Learn the Signs. Act Early.?

Learn the Signs. Act Early. Utah provides free, evidence‑based tools that make developmental monitoring practical and easy for both families and professionals. From birth through age five, children reach important milestones in how they play, learn, speak, act, and move.

Using milestone checklists and digital tools, families can track their child’s development over time, celebrate progress, and share observations with healthcare providers and early childhood professionals at regular checkups. These tools support early conversations and help ensure children are connected to support as early as possible when questions or concerns arise.

Meet Utah’s Learn the Signs. Act Early. Ambassador

Janel Preston is Utah’s Learn the Signs. Act Early. Ambassador and a passionate advocate for young children and the people who support them. Through collaboration and outreach, Janel helps raise awareness of developmental milestones and encourages early action across Utah’s families, providers, and communities.

A Message from Janel Preston

“Welcome, and thank you for being here. 

I am honored to serve as Utah’s Learn the Signs. Act Early. Ambassador and to support families and professionals who care deeply about children’s growth and development. 

Whether you are a parent, caregiver, early childhood provider, or community partner, I invite you to explore these resources and learn how developmental monitoring can support children during the earliest years. You don’t need to have all the answers—what matters most is paying attention and acting early when concerns arise.

I’m so glad you’re here and look forward to connecting with you.”

-Janel Preston, Utah’s Learn the Signs. Act Early. Ambassador

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