Fosters and sustains effective programs and partnerships with the community to promote, support and improve the lives of young children and their families.

Solano County
Joined August 2019
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With cases on the rise again, use these tips to help your children remember the why's and when's of mask-wearing: go.zerotothree.org/masks #earlychildhood #COVID
Why #pregnant women face special risks from #COVID19. #healthypregnancy #pregnancy bit.ly/3j1wxTi
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The best way to experience virtual school is on a desktop or laptop where your child can view lessons and their teacher on a full screen! #distancelearning
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When they got to the park and saw slides and swings, they wanted to try out all of these things. #PotterTheOtter #BeHealthy
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“Children of all ages can benefit from mindfulness, the simple practice of bringing a gentle, accepting attitude to the present moment. It can help parents and caregivers, too, by promoting happiness and relieving stress.” Read more: nyti.ms/3km19QT
First 5 Solano retweeted
Young children have big feelings, but sometimes they have trouble expressing them. Learn more about communicating with your kids even when the words aren't there.

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Interested in learning about breastfeeding during COVID? Check out this webinar brought to you by @UCSFPTBI on Infant Feeding During COVID, and RSVP! Stayed tuned as the page gets updated with more information. bit.ly/3iaNkTg
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TY.....grateful. Nice graphics....
“Children are little barometers of your emotions... if you’re not calm, they’re not going to hear what you say.” @BDPerry NVR can help bit.ly/2TlRH2a #ChallengingBehaviour #CPV #DevelopmentalTrauma #Adoption #KinshipCare #SEND #ACEs #NVR #Connection #RelationalRepair
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Can you believe that #parenting "advice" from the 1930s cautioned parents from giving too much affection or responding to every cry? Here's what present-day science says: bit.ly/2AL5YkT #newborns
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LIVE NOW: Governor @GavinNewsom announces #COVID19 guidance for schools and provide an update on the state’s response to the pandemic. xitter.cf/i/broadcasts/1DXxyAbOB…
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First 5 Solano retweeted
5) Rigorous distance learning. School districts must provide: -Devices so that every child can participate in distance learning. -Daily live interaction. -Challenging and equivalent to in-person instruction. -Targeted supports for English learners and special education.
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First 5 Solano retweeted
5 facts from the #StateofBabies Yearbook: 2020 that demand attention today >> bit.ly/3dcqOa0 #ThinkBabies
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July 1 marks CA Paid Family Leave’s 16th Anniversary but 40% of CA workers can still be fired for using it. #PaidFamilyLeave needs to be there for all workers.Urge CA Sen leaders to support expanded job protections in the 2020-21 Budget via SB 1383 so Californians can access PFL!
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Whether due to #COVID19 or the high cost of #childcare, more grandparents are stepping in to help care for infants and toddlers. We've compiled resources both for professionals and families to support grandparents as child care providers >> bit.ly/2Augsoy
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Everyone has a role to play in ensuring every baby is given a strong start in life. Join us in working toward stability for all babies and families. go.stateofbabies.org/action #ThinkBabies
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California COVID-19, By The Numbers: 🔷 Positive cases: 161,099 🔹 Confirmed hospitalizations: 3,439 🔹 Confirmed ICU hospitalizations: 1,119 🔹 Deaths: 5,290 More information ➡️ cdph.ca.gov/covid19 #YourActionsSaveLives
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First 5 Solano retweeted
Cuts to child care rates in the #CABudget would further harm the state’s struggling child care system, and disproportionately harm communities of color-- esp those working in the field & relying on #childcare to work &/or attend school. #CA4AllKids
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#Mindfulness and positive #parenting go hand in hand. Take a look at this infographic for the 9 key elements to positive parenting. bit.ly/2HTfcxB
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