Immunizations and your Children Infants and children are vulnerable to potentially life-threatening diseases due to their underdeveloped immune systems. While newborns can receive some antibodies from their mothers through breastmilk, vaccines are also an important way parents can help protect […]
Category: Early Childhood Development
Newsletter July – August 2018: Breastfeeding Awareness Month: August 2018
Breastfeeding Awareness Month: August 2018 On August 6, 2011 the United States Breastfeeding Committee (USBC) declared the month of August National Breastfeeding Month. Their mission is to “improve the Nation’s health by working collaboratively to protect, promote, and support breastfeeding.” […]
Newsletter July – August 2018: Preparing For Kindergarten
Getting Your Child Prepared for Kindergarten School may be out, but for kids starting kindergarten this fall, now is the time to get ready for the classroom, both physically and emotionally. Kindergarten readiness includes both practical skills that children will […]
Newsletter July – August 2018: Director’s Corner
Wishing You A Fun And Safe Summer! Now that the summer season is upon us, many San Diegans are outdoors enjoying water activities, such as swimming at a pool, visiting the waterpark, or taking a dip at the beach. While […]
Newsletter May – June 2018: Outdoor Safety Tips
It’s that time of year! Summertime means trips to the beach, zoo and park. To ensure your summer outings are a big hit, here are some tips to keep you and your young ones safe. Stay Sun Safe Avoid being […]
Newsletter May – June 2018: Summer Recipes – Tasty and Healthy Goodness for your Child
Summer brings with it a bounty of fresh fruits and veggies. When in season, fruits and veggies have the most flavor, the best texture and look the best. These are all things that are important if you want your toddler […]
Newsletter May – June 2018: Zika Virus and Your Child(ren)
Here in California, the Zika virus remains a serious public health concern to people traveling to areas with Zika. There are three main ways to contract Zika virus: (1) from mosquitoes in affected areas, (2) through unprotected sex, and (3) […]
Newsletter March – April 2018: Understanding Vitamin Deficiencies in Children
Vitamin deficiencies in children are almost always avoidable if a child is being fed the proper foods and portions daily. As adults, we know and understand that if we do not eat healthy our bodies will inevitably pay the price. […]
Newsletter March – April 2018: Sleep Awareness from Zero to Five
Sleep is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. The average adult needs seven to eight hours of sleep a night, but babies need a lot of sleep. When they are between four and 11 months old, they need 12 […]
Newsletter January – February 2018: Your Baby’s First 6 Months
In the first six months of life, there are impressionable and important milestones likely to be achieved. However, keep in mind that each child is unique, and can develop at his or her own pace. Developmental milestones begin when after […]