Welcome, Deepa!

Thank you for serving on P2P USA’s Board of Directors! Deepa Srinivasavaradan is the Director of Early Childhood Initiatives at the SPAN Parent Advocacy Network. In this role, she leads statewide efforts to educate, engage, and empower families with young children, as well as the professionals who support them. Her deep commitment to improving outcomes for children and families is … Read More

June 2026 Emerging Threats Newsletter (cCMV Focus)

Key Highlights from This Issue (Visible in image_e9b4d7.jpg): Congenital CMV Awareness: Focuses on cCMV, the most common infectious cause of birth defects in the US. Toolkits & Resources: Features the AAP’s Congenital CMV Toolkit, family/physician fact sheets, and state-specific resource pages (Iowa and Colorado). Learning Collaborative: Welcomes new AAP chapters from Kentucky, Michigan, and Washington. Additional News: Highlights updates on … Read More

AAP/CDC May Emerging Threats Newsletter

Click HERE to download the full newsletter. Newsletter highlights: Rise in Perinatal Hepatitis C: Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infections are increasing among infants and children. Perinatal transmission (mother to child during pregnancy or delivery) is the most common route for children, potentially leading to severe complications like liver cirrhosis and liver cancer. Gaps in Pediatric HCV Testing: A study published … Read More

P2P USA 2025 Impact Report

Reflecting on 2025, our hearts are full of gratitude for the incredible growth and deeper connections built across the Parent to Parent USA community. Over the past year, we’ve dedicated ourselves to expanding our reach, elevating the quality of our care, and fostering the vital relationships that truly define our network. In 2025, our national network achieved a 27.6% increase … Read More

AAP/CDC April Emerging Threats Newsletter

Click HERE to download the full newsletter. Newsletter highlights: Rise in Congenital Syphilis: Rates are increasing across the U.S. Transmission occurs from mother to baby during pregnancy or delivery; without early testing and treatment, it leads to severe health complications. Significant Gaps in Care: Recent CDC data reveals that 33% of high-risk infants do not receive a full treatment course, … Read More

Check Out P2P’s New Research Page

New Resource Alert: The Science of Peer Support We are excited to highlight the newly updated Research Page at Parent to Parent USA! This page serves as a hub for the data and studies that prove our peer-support model works. From national evaluations to evidence-based standards, we are documenting how the “power of the match” reduces stress and builds family … Read More

AAP/CDC March Emerging Threats Newsletter

CLICK HERE or SCAN the QR code below to read the newsletter: https://www.p2pusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Emerging-Threats-March-2026.pdf The March 2026 Emerging Threats Newsletter focuses on protecting infants and children from infectious diseases and supporting families with disabilities. Here is a quick breakdown of what is included: Congenital CMV (cCMV) Updates: cCMV is a leading cause of birth defects, often leading to hearing loss or … Read More

Check out our Father Survival Guide

Parenting a child with a disability can be challenging, and fathers often face unique pressures. The Father Survival Guide offers practical tips to help dads navigate this journey—covering everything from understanding your child’s needs and getting involved in their education, to managing stress, emotions, and building a supportive network. Every step you take teaches resilience and makes a lifelong difference … Read More

2026 Support Parent Summit

October 14, 2026 Save the Date: October 14, 2026! Join Parent to Parent USA for our virtual Support Parent Summit on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, from 12:00–4:00 PM ET. This special gathering will bring together Support Parents from Alliance Member States across the country as we celebrate, connect, and empower our incredible volunteers. The summit will be held on Zoom … Read More