This election matters for our babies – and yours. Think Babies^TM and Vote for candidates for federal, state, and local offices.

• MAKE SURE YOU ARE REGISTERED and have the correct ID for your state.   
• Make a plan! There are three possibilities for voting:
  
  • Early voting: In some states, you can vote on your own timeline.   
  • Absentee voting:  In some states, you can vote by mail.   
  • Voting on November 5: Take your baby with you to the polls.

• Learn your ballot.  Every elected official matters for babies and families.

• Plan the best time for you! Late mornings often have the lowest wait times.  Lunch time and 4:00-6:00 pm are the busiest times of day at the polls
• Book a ride if you need one
• Pack for your baby and the weather:
  • Snacks, toys, books
  • A stroller or sling to keep your baby comfortable
  • A fan, jacket or umbrella as needed
  • Sample Ballot
  • Don’t forget snacks and water for you!
  • Patience – stay in line! If you are waiting in line when the polls in your community officially close, you can still vote.
• Ask for help if you need it! Officials are there to make sure that eligible voters can vote.
• Think Babies^TM and Vote!

• Post on social media and tag #ThinkBabiesandVote.  Tell your friends and family and encourage them to vote too. 
  • Sample post: [NAME OF BABY] and I voted today – and hope you can too!  Together, we can raise our voices to make a better future for our babies.   #ThinkBabiesandVote 
  • Send us your photos and videos so we can help you spread the word on social media.