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January – March 2020 Newsletter: Director’s Corner
Over the past year, preparation for the 2020 Census has been underway. The Census is an official count of the population across the United States and occurs only every 10 years and is scheduled for April 1, 2020. There are […]
January – March 2020 Newsletter: Sleeping Tips to Help Expectant Mothers During Pregnancy
Finding comfortable sleeping positions when pregnant can be quite a difficult task. Many women may experience fatigue during the first and third trimester. Sleep during the third trimester often becomes a struggle due to rising progesterone levels and having to […]
January – March 2020 Newsletter: First 5 High Five – Supporting Maternal Mental Health
First 5 San Diego would like to recognize the work that Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) and the local American Academy of Pediatrics Chapter 3 are doing to support maternal mental health. The Maternal Services Project is a […]
January – March 2020 Newsletter: Developmental Milestones Ages 0 – 5
Below we have put together a list of helpful guidelines that suggest what children during different stages are likely doing and experiencing. Keep in mind that each child is unique and will develop at their own pace. However, if you […]
January – March 2020 Newsletter: Baby’s First Tooth
A baby’s first tooth is an important milestone in their life. Most babies will grow their first tooth between 6-12 months of age. As such, it is recommended that the first visit to the dentist should be when the first […]
January – March 2020 Newsletter: Positive Parenting
Happy New Year, families! Every new year we make resolutions that help us become better versions of ourselves whether it be to exercise more, eat healthier, spend more time with our families, travel more, etc. One great New Year resolution […]
Newsletter October – December 2019: Car Seat Safety
As we approach the holiday season many of us may find ourselves driving a lot. The roads during the holidays can get rainy, congested and hectic! It is important to make sure that all children are safe inside of a […]
Newsletter October – December 2019: Director’s Corner
Breastfeeding Friendly San Diego Breastfeeding has endless benefits for both mothers and their babies and helps create a unique bond. For mothers who are returning to work or school after their maternity leave it might be difficult to find a […]
Newsletter October – December 2019: When To Start Potty Training
Teaching your child to use a toilet can be easy for some families while others may struggle. Most children are ready to use a toilet consistently between the ages of 2 and 3 and can take anywhere from 3 to […]