The goal of the Child Health program is “to enable all children to attain and sustain optimal health and develop- mental potential.” (1) Achievement of this goal involves a complex interplay of internal and external factors for families and their children. Accordingly, the Child Health Program Standard is structured around six key areas: positive parenting; breastfeeding; healthy family dynamics; healthy eating, healthy weights and physical activity; growth and development; and oral health. In order to achieve the board of health and societal outcomes and overall goal for the Child Health program, all OPHS Foundational Standard and Child Health Program Standard requirements.
