September is Childhood Obesity Awareness Month. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), children with obesity are at a higher risk for asthma, sleep apnea, bone and joint problems, type 2 diabetes, and risk factors for heart disease such as high […]
Tag: Helpful Tips
Prevent Falls from Windows
Each year around 3,300 children under the age of five are injured from falling out a window. As little ones start to crawl and toddle through their spaces, it’s vital to keep our homes as a safe space for exploration. […]
Immunization Month
August is immunization month. This month, we are highlighting the importance of vaccinations, and how they can help give your little one a safe and healthy start. While newborns can receive some antibodies from their mothers through breastmilk, vaccines are […]
Hot Car Safety Tips
A child’s body temperature can rise 3x-5x faster than an adult—making them extremely susceptible to heat stroke. Vehicular Heatstroke is one of the leading causes of non-crash vehicle fatalities for children 14 and younger. Hot car deaths are preventable. The […]
Breast Feeding Awareness Month
The theme for this year’s Breastfeeding Awareness Month is “Nourish, Sustain, Thrive,” and aims to promote the importance of lactation support, recognize the work organizations are doing to support new parents and families, and highlight advocacy efforts. The nutrition from […]
Fox 5: Talk, Read, Sing Day
First 5 San Diego Executive Director, Alethea Arguilez, joined Fox 5 San Diego to talk about the importance of Talk, Read, Sing Day!
Kit for New Parents
The Kit for New Parents is a free, comprehensive resource from First 5 California for new and expectant parents emphasizing the importance of a child’s early years. Kits are distributed countywide and are available in English, Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese and Korean.
KidSTART
KidSTART is an integrated program within First 5 San Diego and HHSA Behavioral Health Services to support children with complex needs. The KidSTART Center performs triage, assessment, referrals and treatment for children with multiple complex delays, and disorders.
Month of the Child
April is Month of the Child—a month that is very near and dear to us at First 5 San Diego. Our mission is to provide resources to families so they can create a strong foundation for their little one’s development. […]
2-1-1 San Diego
2-1-1 San Diego is a free 24-hour phone service (211) and online database (211sandiego.org) that connects people with community resources. 2-1-1 also operates a First 5 San Diego Warm Line (1-888-5 FIRST 5) that assists parents of children ages 0 through 5 with locating […]