RESOURCES FOR PARENTS

The California Children and Families Commission launched a statewide project designed to offer guidance to all new and expecting parents – the Kit for New Parents. The Kit, which is provided in English and Spanish language versions, contains various educational materials to help provide guidance to new and expectant parents.

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In order to reach as many new families as possible, local Commissions have taken the lead in distributing the Kit.  Sutter County Children & Families Commission have partnered with many local providers who work with expectant or new parents and Rideout Health to distribute the free kits to clients and patients.

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The Kit contains a guide entitled, “Advice for New Parents”, covering various questions relating to all ages up to five, a CD covering various topics, and even a new book for the baby along with several brochures! It provides a wide range of information to help all parents and caregivers, and answer questions about caring for a child. Questions such as: How much food should I give my baby? How do I childproof my home? What should I look for in child care? How much television should my child watch? Why does my baby cry? Why set limits for my child?

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If you are an individual looking for a single Kit for personal use, please call First 5 California at (800) KIDS-025 (English) or (800) 5-0-NIÑOS (Spanish) and a Kit will be sent directly to your home.