First 5 California

First 5 California First 5 California provides families with educational resources to support children ages 0-5.

Since our creation in 1998, we've supported millions of families with programs and services designed to help more California kids grow up healthy and ready to succeed in school - and in life! The promise of First 5 California is to continue to invest in integrated programs and resources designed to benefit three target audiences: the Child, the Teacher, and the Parent. Current efforts focus on the

areas of nutrition, early literacy and language development, and smoking cessation, among others. Wherever you live in California, a First 5 county commission is there to help you. These 58 county commissions fund local programs tailored to meet the needs of your family and community.

Are you expecting a new baby? Quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do for them because it helps them get e...
05/31/2026

Are you expecting a new baby? Quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do for them because it helps them get everything they need to grow strong and healthy from day one.

Quitting can be hard, especially when you are stressed or tired. That is why our partners at Kick It California are here to help. They understand the challenges of being a parent and will support you every step of the way.

Visit KickItCA.org or call 1-800-NO-BUTTS for free help.

05/30/2026

When you practice helping your child with their feelings, you’re building their emotional strength. And you’re helping them grow up healthy and happy. What are some feelings you’ve helped your child understand?

Looking for a fun Saturday out with your child? 👀 Come hang out at our Stronger Starts Roadshow alongside Sutter County ...
05/30/2026

Looking for a fun Saturday out with your child? 👀 Come hang out at our Stronger Starts Roadshow alongside Sutter County Children & Families Commission! We’re at the Yuba-Sutter Family Resource Fair, where there are free backpacks while supplies last 🎒, as well as face painting, family activities, and more.

It’s the perfect opportunity to slow down and enjoy some quality time with your little one! Head over to our booth and enjoy a fun game of Emoji Tic-Tac-Toe or kick back with a book in Roar’s Reading Den. These fun, everyday moments are perfect for building connections that can help protect your child against the effects of toxic stress response.

📍 Sutter County Career Training Center, Yuba City
🕙 10 AM - 2 PM

See you soon! ✨

El trauma no es algo que un cerebro pequeño puede procesar. Es por eso que necesitan tu ayuda. Al estar ahí para los sen...
05/27/2026

El trauma no es algo que un cerebro pequeño puede procesar. Es por eso que necesitan tu ayuda. Al estar ahí para los sentimientos de tu niño, lo proteges del estrés tóxico y lo ayudas a crecer fuerte y saludable. Tienes el poder de ayudarlo a sanar y proteger su salud de por vida.

A C-section, also known as a cesarean section, is a big surgery. Whether it’s scheduled or due to an emergency, it requi...
05/26/2026

A C-section, also known as a cesarean section, is a big surgery. Whether it’s scheduled or due to an emergency, it requires extra recovery time and care.

Read our blog to learn what recovery involves, like caring for the wound, limiting activity, and leaning on others for support. https://bit.ly/4nCXcrY

On Memorial Day, we honor people who died while serving in the US military. 🇺🇸 Here’s a fun, simple activity you can do ...
05/25/2026

On Memorial Day, we honor people who died while serving in the US military. 🇺🇸

Here’s a fun, simple activity you can do with your child to show appreciation. ➡️ Create a painted flag with your child’s handprints.

Share it and tag us for a chance to be shared on our stories! 🤍

05/24/2026

You have the power to help your child heal after hard times like divorce or instability. Supporting their feelings protects against toxic stress, which can hurt their health and their brain development. See how you can help your child at https://bit.ly/3COcKCI

Some children seem to need constant physical activity, like bouncing or crashing into things. When they do these behavio...
05/23/2026

Some children seem to need constant physical activity, like bouncing or crashing into things. When they do these behaviors and can’t seem to turn them off, they aren’t misbehaving. Instead, they’re trying to calm their nervous system.

Learn more, including how to respond with support. https://bit.ly/4dJigsy

When kids go through things like abuse, family separation, or violence in the neighborhood, they need emotional care. Su...
05/22/2026

When kids go through things like abuse, family separation, or violence in the neighborhood, they need emotional care. Supporting their feelings can protect them against toxic stress response and long-term health issues. Learn what you can do to help your child at https://bit.ly/3COcKCI

Thank you to everyone who made our second-annual Stronger Starts Statewide Day of Action such a success. 🌟Swipe through ...
05/22/2026

Thank you to everyone who made our second-annual Stronger Starts Statewide Day of Action such a success. 🌟

Swipe through to see photos and videos from events across the state. ➡️ We're proud to bring a stronger start to every region in California!

Address

255 Pomeroy Rd
San Luis Obispo, CA
93444

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 5pm
Sunday 8am - 5pm

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(916)2631050

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