@First5Sac

First 5 Sacramento is committed to supporting the healthy development of children ages zero to five in Sacramento County.

 Sacramento, CA
First5Sacramento.net
Joined January 2010
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Celebrate the Lunar New Year as a book reading dragon! Dive into captivating adventures that will transport you to far-off lands and ignite your imagination with this list of books curated by Sacramento READS. View the full list at ow.ly/lf3850QzSWl
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PBS KIDS
@PBSKIDS18 Oct 2023
The Super Readers of SUPER WHY! are back! And they brought new friends…and villains! Watch #SuperWhysComicBookAdventures now streaming on PBS KIDS!

Watch Super Why's Comic Book Adventures on PBS KIDS!

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kcranews@kcranews4 Oct 2023
First 5 Sacramento offers free leadership training for parents kcra.com/article/first-5-sac…
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First 5 Contra Costa@First5CoCo3 Oct 2023
Exposing children to multiple languages at an early age doesn't cause confusion, and multilingual children still reach #LanguageMilestones in a similar timeframe to monolingual children. Visit @ZEROTOTHREE for more on the benefits of #Multilingualism: buff.ly/48iTETX
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First 5 Association@First5Assoc20 Sep 2023
Hefty cigarette taxes cut smoking big-time. But there’s a downside for children Jenny Gold from @latimes talks with @First5OC, @First5LA, First 5 Butte County, @First5CA, First 5 Association, and @First5Center Read more: ow.ly/N9xy50PNS8Z
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The Bump
@thebump30 May 2023
Here’s our go-to guide on keeping it together – even though you’re apart – post-split. thebump.com/a/co-parenting-a…
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Prenatal alcohol exposure is associated with an increased risk of miscarriage, stillbirth, premature birth, sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), and fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASDs). Free, confidential help is available 24/7:1-800-662-4357. cdc.gov/ncbddd/fasd/alcohol-…
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MomsRising
@MomsRising10 Apr 2023
The rising cost of childcare along w/ the inaccessibility to finding reliable care makes raising a family more difficult than it should be. Our @MomsRising member Mansie writes an op-ed about her struggle with childcare! #Childcare4All qchron.com/opinion/letters_t…
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The Bump
@thebump10 Apr 2023
It’s a normal developmental phase, but it still needs to be corrected. thebump.com/a/toddler-biting…
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ZERO TO THREE@ZEROTOTHREE10 Apr 2023
A story from @ChabeliH about the #childcare crisis that is yanking mothers out of the workplace. 19thnews.org/2023/03/day-car…
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First 5 California
@First5CA23 Mar 2023
Attention, California taxpayers! If you work and make less than $30,000, you may qualify for #CalEITC, a cash-back tax credit that can increase your refund and put hundreds or thousands of dollars in your pocket! For more information visit: bit.ly/3Tq0mQL
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Her Health First@HerHealthFirst24 Mar 2023
Black Mothers United is designed to uplift, support, and center the experience of Black women as they navigate pregnancy. Here are some ways we help! #herhealthfirst #sacramentoresources #postpartum #birth #blackwomen #blackmothers #sacramento #childbirth #pregnancy
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2-1-1 Sacramento@211Sacramento16 Feb 2023
Have questions about food assistance programs, but not sure where to start? ⁠Looking for a food pantry near you? ⁠ Sacramento County residents can dial 2-1-1 to discover the programs they qualify for and how to sign up. ⁠We are here 24/7 to get you help. Dial 2-1-1 today.
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⚠️ Rains & winds are returning to CA so take inventory of the items you need that rely on electricity, locate your flashlights & charge your devices. Stay informed with emergency alerts from your county including warnings & evacuation notices: calalerts.org
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Dan Wuori
@DanWuori20 Dec 2022
With many child care providers already struggling to keep their businesses afloat, inflation’s impact on recurring expenses like paper towels and diapers is closer to an existential threat than an occupational inconvenience. edsurge.com/news/2022-12-20-…
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Dan Wuori
@DanWuori21 Nov 2022
Early educators care for our families. They should be able to feed their own. hechingerreport.org/opinion-…
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ZERO TO THREE@ZEROTOTHREE14 Nov 2022
Poverty affects nearly 1 in 5 infants and toddlers in the U.S. A refundable, expanded #ChildTaxCredit has been shown to lift families out of poverty. Congress, 20% of our future is on the line. Bring back the #CTC. #ThinkBabiesandAct #StateofBabies
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ZERO TO THREE@ZEROTOTHREE10 Nov 2022
Looking for another resource to make the case for supportive policies? Check out our latest #StateofBabies 2022 report, which uses our data to examine the Baby #SDOH and keep urging leaders to #ThinkBabies! stateofbabies.org/resource/s… #HealthEquity
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2-1-1 Sacramento@211Sacramento10 Nov 2022
Want to join our team and help the community? 211 Sacramento is currently recruiting for multiple positions on our team. Apply and join our team at Goodwill Industries. Come find the position that is a good fit for you! To learn more and apply, visit 211sacramento.org/211/jobs/
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ZERO TO THREE@ZEROTOTHREE17 Oct 2022
Some children are more cautious and need time and support from caring adults to feel safe in unfamiliar situations. Learn how to help a shy child cope with new people, new experiences, and change in ways that suit their temperament. bit.ly/3R0a7Cz
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