Ivana Mihić holds a PhD in Psychological Sciences, with experience in both scientific research and everyday work with families. Her research focuses on early childhood development and the quality of childcare. She is a co-author of several evidence-based family support programs. Ivana trains professionals in preschool education, healthcare, and social welfare systems on family support for the youngest children. As a UNICEF collaborator, she actively works on developing quality parenting practices. Additionally, she supervises educational programs and family work at the “Harmonija Center for Early Development and Family Relationships” in Novi Sad. Currently, she is involved as an author and trainer for the “Playful Parenting” program in Serbia, implemented by UNICEF with support from the LEGO Foundation.