As parents, it is important to help your children build healthy habits. One of the best ways to do so is to plan healthy activities and snacks that also incorporate learning. This will allow them to have fun while laying […]
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Newsletter September – October 2018: Activities to Promote Health and Good Hygiene
With children needing more and more stimulation, it is easy for them to get lost in video games. This occupies their time for a while; however, this also hinders their learning about health and hygiene. It is important to have […]
Newsletter September – October 2018: Healthy Lifestyle Choices for Children and Families
One in three children in the United States are overweight or obese. Obesity puts children at risk for health problems that were once only seen in adults, such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease. The good […]
Newsletter September – October 2018: Director’s Corner
As we continue to enjoy our summer months, I am quickly reminded of the importance of being ready for the upcoming back to school transitions. One of the most important end of summer activities is transitioning to preschool or kindergarten. […]
Newsletter July – August 2018: Immunizations And Your Children
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 […]
Newsletter July – August 2018: Spend Your Summer In The Backyard
As we go into summer, sunlight last longer and children are traditionally out of school and looking for something to do. But not to worry, the San Diego Natural History Museum has you covered this summer. Museums for All is […]
Newsletter May – June 2018: Importance of Physical Activity for Healthy Development
Head, hand, heart speaks to First 5 San Diego’s philosophy of the need to care for the whole child during the first years of life. By heart, we are encouraging parents and caregivers to show an abundance of love to […]
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 May – June 2018: First 5 High Five
Give Kids A Smile February 2018 February was National Children’s Dental Health Month. The local annual Give Kids A Smile event was held on February 24, 2018. The San Diego Dental Health Foundation (SDDHF) and the County of San Diego […]