ACTIVE PARENTING, DESIGNED FOR PARENTS OF CHILDREN O-5
Active Parenting classes will help you to: better understand your developing child, know what to expect at each age and stage, and effectively use a variety of discipline strategies to improve family life and decrease your stress. You will learn why children “misbehave” and how to redirect them in a loving and constructive way. The course is facilitated by Michele Gordon, Parent Connection Coordinator and Cuesta College Child Development Instructor.
Each session meets for three consecutive Friday mornings. Parents will receive a completion certificate at the end of the third class.
Next session:
Active Parenting 0-5
Fridays-May 11th, 18th, 25th
9:00a.m.-11:00a.m.
Participants should attend all three classes in the session.
LOCATION: San Luis Obispo
COST: $15.00 for the class workbook (required to participate)
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: All parents/guardians with children ages 0 – 5 year olds are invited to attend. Childcare is not available.
CONTACT: To register, please call Michele Gordon, Parent Connection Coordinator, at (805) 543-3700
ALPHA PREGNANCY AND PARENTING SUPPORT CLASSES
Baby Steps: Promoting Healthy Beginnings
Baby Steps is a peer-led educational program that provides a safe environment for pregnant and first-time mothers to discuss topics regarding pregnancy and parenting. The course encourages partners to attend and learn more about their transition into parenthood.
Baby Steps is a free 7 week course meeting every Thursday from 3:30-5pm at the Alpha office: 11549 Los Osos Valley Rd, Suite 104, San Luis Obispo, 93405. All classes are free to attend, but reservations are required. Children are encouraged to attend. Call 805-541-3367 or email info@sloalpha.org to reserve space.
Baby Proofing Your Home
Baby-proofing your home is one of the most important things you can do for your newborn. In this class facilitated by retired Health Education Assistant at the San Luis Obispo County Health Dept., you will learn standard safety precautions and tips to create a child-safe home. Put safety first, make your own checklist for new parents.
Classes are offered on the 4th Wednesday of the month at 12:30. Classes are free to attend, but reservations are required. Childcare is available by reservation. Call 805-541-3367 or email info@sloalpha.org to reserve space.
Budgeting for Baby
Are you concerned about how you will afford the extra expenses of an additional family member? We are here to help. Families of all educational levels are invited to meet with a specialist to learn how to manage your money better. Topics covered may range from creating a budget and opening a bank account, to creating a savings plan, getting out of debt, filing your taxes, setting goals and creating a sustainable fiscal plan.
For additional information and meeting times, please contact the Alpha office at 805-541-3367 or email info@sloalpha.org.
Peer support group for Latina women
Facilitated by a culturally competent Alpha staff member, this group meets to discuss pregnancy, parenting, and life stressors in the Hispanic cultural context. We share our experiences and use them as learning opportunities for ourselves and others. Join us as we chat, make friends, and help each other through the process of motherhood.
This group meets in Atascadero from 6-7pm at the Community Link, 6500 A Morro Road, Atascadero. Call the Alpha office for more information 805-541-3367. Groups are free to attend, no reservation is necessary.
Alpha’s, free and confidential, bilingual services include: pregnancy/parenting groups, pregnancy tests, prenatal vitamins, maternity and infant clothing, formula, diapers, infant equipment (cribs, etc.).
Contact Alpha at 805-541-3367
http://www.sloalpha.org/
BABY CARE BASICS, SIERRA VISTA REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
This class teaches parents the daily tasks that keep your newborn clean, safe and comfortable. We will discuss newborn characteristics and development, caring for your baby, feeding, bathing, and diapering. We will explore parenting roles and expectations, safety and accident prevention, coping with maternal physical and emotional changes and adjustment to fatherhood. Older siblings and Grandparents are welcome.
You must be delivering at Sierra Vista to take this class.
Please call 800-483-6387 to register.
BIRTH AND BABY RESOURCE NETWORK
The Birth and Baby Resource Network is a non-profit, community based, volunteer organization that helps educate, empower and support childbearing women and their families during pregnancy, birth and early parenting. For a current list of free montly events, classes, and to learn more about the lending library, visit the website at:
http://www.bbrn.org/
BREASTFEEDING WARMLINE, FRENCH HOSPITAL
Telephone consultation, in English and Spanish, is available from a professional lactation consultant who will answer questions regarding milk supply, sore nipples, breast infections, fussy babies, working and breastfeeding, obstacles that prevent successful nursing and other concerns you may have. Call (805) 541-2229 (541-baby) for the French Hospital Breastfeeding Warmline
CALIFORNIA STATE PRESCHOOLS, FIRST 5 PRESCHOOLS
Please call (805) 782-7275 for more information or an application.
California State Preschools:
Open to preschool children three to five years of age
A three-hour per day, parent/child education program (expanded day programs offered in some locations)
Free to families whose gross monthly income does not exceed the income eligibility requirements established by the California Department of Education. Proof of income and birth certificate are required to determine eligibility
First 5 Preschools: Oceano, Paso Robles
Funded by the San Luis Obispo First 5 Children and Families Commission
Open to preschool children between 3 to 5 years old living in Oceano or Paso Robles
Priority to 4 year olds who will be entering kindergarten at Oceano Elementary or Georgia Brown Elementary
A 3 1/2 hr. per day, M-F, following a school year calendar
Free to all families
CHILD CARE RESOURCE CONNECTION
Child Care Resource Connection helps parents gain the necessary skills to select appropriate and safe child care. CCRC is an information source with vast knowledge in the area of quality child care, and knowledge of local programs available to help families find affordable care. CCRC maintains a list of licensed child care providers, and provides referrals to parents who are searching for child care. CCRC supports parental choice and encourages parents to visit each provider on the list that they are given in order to find the best fit for their child. CCRC can also provide resource materials on choosing appropriate child care for your child and discuss the different child care options available in our county.
For referrals, please call: (805) 541-2272
Click on http://www.capslo.org/cyfs/ccrc_referrals.html to fill out the online referral request.
EARLY SUPPORT PROGRAM, PROGRAMA DE APOYO TEMPRANO
A parenting program, through San Luis Public Health, designed to improve the health of families. Parents will have the opportunity to learn positive parenting skills, practice healthy behaviors, and set future goals for their family.
San Luis Obispo County Public Health Nurses are available to support you and your growing family through home visitation. Caring nurses can help with parenting information on: how to improve the health of newborns and children up to age 3, handling difficult parent/child relationships, teen pregnancy, babies born with low birth weight or babies who aren’t growing as they should, mother and baby exposure to tobacco, alcohol and drugs, and babies with special needs. Public Health Nurses can also connect you with family support resources in your community.
To learn more about the program, please call 805-788-2068.
Programa de Apoyo Temprano
Un programa para mejorar la salud de las familias ayudándoles a los padres a: aprender nuevas habilidades positivas; practicando comportamientos saludables; fijar metas para la familia para un futuro
Las enfermeras del Departamento de Salud Publica del Condado San Luis Obispo están disponibles para apoyarle a usted y a su familia que esta creciendo a través de visitas en su hogar. Las enfermeras de cuidado le pueden ayudar con: información para padres; como mejorar la salud de recién nacidos hasta niños de 3 años; relaciones difíciles entre padres y niños; embarazos de adolescentes; bebés que nacen con poco peso o con bebes que no están creciendo como ellos deberían crecer; mamás y bebés expuestos al tabaco, alcohol, y drogas; bebés con necesidades medicas especiales; y conectándolos con los recursos de la comunidad.
Si esta interesada, favor de llamar al 805-788-2068.
FAMILY LITERACY, LITERATURA PARA LA FAMILIA
Oceano Public Library
Come hear a fairy tale, participate in activities, learn sign language, and sing educational songs. Exchange ideas on various topics with other families, including: how to discipline your child, how to ease frustrations, how to handle temper tantrums, and other concerns you might have.
Venga a oir un cuento, hacer actividades, aprender lenguaje de señas, cantar canciones educativas, y a convivir con más familias temas de interes. Por ejemplo, ¿Cómo diciplinar a su hijo?, Cómo calmar frustraciones? Qué hacer cuando están enojados? Y otras inquietudes que usted tenga.
DATES/FECHAS: every Webnesday, cada Martes
TIME/HORA: 11:30-12:30
LOCATION/LOCACION: Oceano Public Library, en la biblioteca publica de Océano (1551 17th Street)
TUITION/COSTO: free, absolutamente gratis
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: recommended for children newborn-5 years, niños de 0-5 años de edad
CONTACT/CONTACTO: Erica Ruvalcaba-Heredia, School Readiness Site Coordinator, at 431-2291. Favor de llamar Erica Ruvalcaba-Heredia, Coordinatora del programa Primeros 5, al (805) 431-2291
FREE KIT FOR NEW PARENTS, FIRST 5 SAN LUIS OBISPO
Babies don’t come with instruction manuals. That’s why First 5 San Luis Obispo is offering new and expectant parents the Kit for New Parents, absolutely free. The Kits contain important information and useful tips that new parents need to prepare for the joys and challenges of parenting infants and toddlers.
Call (805) 781-4058 today, to request a free Kit for New Parents
www.first5slo.org
FRENCH HOSPITAL, CLASSES FOR PARENTS OF INFANTS & TODDLERS
French Hospital offers Babies 101 (the basics of caring for your new baby), Infant CPR, Toddler First Aid Classes, Breastfeeding Classes, Sibling Classes, Prepared Childbirth Classes and car seat information, in English and Spanish.
DATES/TIMES: call for specific dates & times
LOCATION: French Hospital Auditorium, San Luis Obispo
TUITION: free
CONTACT: You must pre-register for all classes. Contact the Parent Education Coordinator at 542-6659 for specific course offerings or click on this link for a list of classes:
https://www.frenchmedicalcenter.org/Classes_And_Events/index.htm
GROWING WITH BABY, ANDREA HERRON
Growing with Baby: This weekly class for new moms and dads provides an opportunity to ask questions about feeding your baby and to learn more about your child’s growth and development.
Please join us Wednesdays, from 11:00-12:00, at 1230 Marsh Street, SLO. The class is free. Please call ahead, at the beginning of the week, to confirm that the class will be held. (805) 543-6988
HEAD START, COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP
Head Start and Early Head Start are comprehensive child development programs which serve children from birth to age 5, pregnant women, and their families. They are child-focused programs and have the overall goal of increasing the school readiness of young children in low-income families.
The Head Start program has a long tradition of delivering comprehensive and high quality services designed to foster healthy development in low-income children. Head Start provides a range of individualized services in the areas of education and early childhood development; medical, dental, and mental health; nutrition; and parent involvement.
The Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo County Head Start/Early Head Start Program makes special efforts to ensure that children with special needs are able to participate in all aspects of the program either in an inclusive home- based or preschool classroom environment. The program reserves at least 10% of its enrollment slots for children with disabilities and no child will be denied enrollment because of a disability.
A variety of programs are available for parents, including full-day, full-year for parents working or going to school; part-day, full-year; part-day, part-year; and other options. For more information, please contact the center closest to your home:
Atascadero and Templeton (805) 466-0417
Cambria and Cayucos (805) 927-0830
Arroyo Grande, Grover Beach, Pismo Beach, Oceano (805) 473-1657
Nipomo (805) 929-3366
Paso Robles and San Miguel (805) 238-5323
San Luis Obispo (805) 594-1752 or (805) 542-0320
Los Osos and Morro Bay (805) 528-3717
IN-HOME BABY SIGNING TIME CLASSES, TIME2SIGN
Time2Sign provides American Sign Language (ASL) vocabulary classes for infants, toddlers and their parents/caregivers in their home. Signing Time is an award winning PBS series, DVD and CD series.
Benefits of using ASL with infants, toddlers and older children: creates a special parental bond, babies are able communicate long before they can speak, you will have less frustration, crying and tantrums, children who sign have larger vocabularies, it promotes early literacy, children score higher on IQ tests (when tested at age 7-8).
DAYS/TIME: By appointment
LOCATION: Coastal, Northern San Luis Obispo County and San Luis Obispo-class location is flexible
COST: Cost for the class, $15-$20/hour for each adult
ELIGIBILITY: Infant/toddlers, ages 0-3 years
CONTACT: Terri Minetti, Baby Signing Time Instructor
(805)503-9654
terriminetti@signingtimeacademy.com
www.time-2-sign.com
NURSE-FAMILY PARTNERSHIP/PROGRAMA DE MADRES PRIMERIZAS: FIRST TIME MOTHERS’ PROGRAM
Having a baby for the first time is a stressful and life changing event. How do you know if the things your baby is doing are normal? Is what you are doing, what a “good mom” is supposed to do? A nurse can help you feel more confident and informed about how you choose to raise your child.
Your nurse can do many things at your visit, including: weigh and measure your baby, answer common questions new parents have, help parents learn ways to help their babies be as smart as they can be, help parents deal with the stresses a new baby can bring to a family, and connect you with other resources to help your family with meeting their needs.
You must be less than 28 weeks pregnant and meet income guidelines to enroll in the First Time Mothers Program.
If interested, and for more information, please call 805-788-2068.
Programa De Madres Primerizas
Tener un bebé por primera vez es muy difícil y un gran cambio de vida. ¿Cómo saber si lo que hace su bebé es normal? Las Madres primerizas se preguntan si están haciendo lo que “una madre buena” debe hacer. La enfermera le puede ayudar a sentirse segura e informarle sobre las opciones que hay para criar a su bebé. Su enfermera puede hacer muchas cosas en su visita, incluyendo: pesar y medir a su bebé; dándoles respuestas a preguntas comunes que tengan los nuevos padres; ayudándoles a los padres aprender maneras nuevas para ayudar al bebé a ser lo más inteligente que pueda ser; ayudando a los padres con las estreses que se presentan con la llegada del nuevo bebé en la familia; y conectándola con los recursos para ayudarle a usted y a su familia a llevar acabo sus necesidades.
Usted debe tener menos de 28 semanas de embarazo y reunir los requisitos de ingresos para poderse registrar con el Programa de Madres Primerizas.
Si esta interesada, favor de llamar al 805-788-2068.
PARENT PARTICIPATION CLASSES, LUCIA MAR UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Children and their parents will enjoy songs, creative movement, fingerplays, art experiences, painting, exploring new environments, outside play and field trips. Facts, fun and family are the goals of this course. Come bond with your child, meet fellow parents in your community and educate yourself on raising children in the 21st century.
DATES/TIME & LOCATION: click on the link below
TUITION: $65.00 (scholarships available)
CONTACT: For more information, call 474-3900. To register for a class, you may come in to the office or use the online link below.
http://adulted.lmusd.org
PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAM, SAN LUIS COASTAL ADULT SCHOOL
The goal of the Parent Participation Program is to enhance parenting skills through classroom discussion, interaction and observation. Parent and child attend class once a week and focus on the developmental stages of the child. Curriculum includes teacher-led discussions on parenting techniques and strategies for creating a healthy family environment. In class, parents share their challenges and successes while children enjoy age-appropriate play, circle time, and songs. Through interacting with other parents and children while participating in the classroom environment, parents gain a greater understanding of the needs and abilities of their children.
Parent Participation classes are taught by teachers holding California teaching credentials.
DATES: A year round program. Classes change quarterly. Parents may add a class at anytime on a space available basis
TIME: morning, afternoon and evening classes available
LOCATION: Classes available in San Luis Obispo, Los Osos and Morro Bay
TUITION: Prices vary. Core class is $64/10 weeks. Scholarships available for families in need.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Parents, grandparents or caretakers in a parenting role attend with the child
CONTACT: San Luis Coastal Adult School (549-1222). Register online or in person (1500 Lizzie Street, Room H2, SLO). Please visit our website for a complete list of classes and online registration. http://parentparticipation.org
PRESCHOOL APPLICATIONS-HAWTHORNE & PACHECO ELEMENTARY
We are now accepting applications for the new preschool programs (Estamos Aceptando Aplicaciones para los Nuevos centros de preescolar en las escuelas Pacheco y Hawthorne):
Para más información, favor de llamar o venir por una aplicación a:
Pacheco Elementary School
261 Cuesta Dr.
596-4081
San Luis Obispo
Hawthorne Elementary School
2125 Story St.
596-4070
San Luis Obispo
Preschool Flyer
PARENTING THE INFANT, SLCUSD ADULT SCHOOL
Through discussion and guest speakers, this class provides parents with information about infant development, safety, nutrition and sleep habits. Class time includes songs, fingerplays, sign language and homemade toys. Expectant parents are also welcome.
Parent Participation classes are taught by teachers holding California teaching credentials.
DATES/TIMES: Ongoing 10-week classes. Parents may add a class at anytime on a space available basis.
Tuesday or Thursday in San Luis Obispo, Wednesday in Morro Bay, and Friday in Los Osos.
LOCATION: Classes available in San Luis Obispo, Los Osos and Morro Bay
COST: $64/10 weeks, financial need-based scholarships for a portion of the fee are available for qualifying applicants
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Parents, grandparents or caretakers in a parenting role attend with the child
CONTACT: San Luis Coastal Adult School (549-1222). Register online or in person (1500 Lizzie Street, Room H2, SLO). Please visit our website for a complete list of classes and online registration.
http://parentparticipation.org
PARENTING THE PRESCHOOLER, SLCUSD ADULT SCHOOL
Parenting the Preschooler / Three year old / Four year old
Now we’re making friends! This class focuses on fostering learning experiences for the preschool child through art, sharing, songs, movement, play and discovery. Parent discussions include growth and development of the preschool child and positive discipline techniques.
Parent Participation classes are taught by teachers holding California teaching credentials.
DATES/TIMES: Ongoing 10-week classes. Parents may add a class at anytime on a space available basis. San Luis Obispo-Tuesday class (4yrs), Wednesday class (3yrs) or Thursday class (3 & 4yrs). Los Osos-Tuesday class (3 & 4yrs) and Morro Bay-Wednesday class (3 & 4yrs).
LOCATION: Classes available in San Luis Obispo, Los Osos and Morro Bay
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Parents, grandparents or caretakers in a parenting role attend with the child(ren)
COST: $64 / 10 weeks, financial need-based scholarships for a portion of the fee are available for qualifying applicants
CONTACT: San Luis Coastal Adult School (549-1222). Register online http://ae.slcusd.org or in person (1500 Lizzie Street, Room H2, SLO).
Please visit our website for a complete list of parenting classes http://parentparticipation.org
PARENTING SIBLINGS, SLCUSD ADULT SCHOOL
This class focuses on parenting more than one child. Parents learn to develop caring and harmonious relationships among family members through specific topic-related discussions and activities that foster sibling bonding.
Parent Participation classes are taught by teachers holding California teaching credentials.
DATES/TIMES: Ongoing 10-week classes. Parents may add a class at anytime on a space available basis. Monday, Tuesday or Friday in San Luis Obispo. Friday in Morro Bay. Wednesday in Los Osos.
LOCATION: Classes available in San Luis Obispo, Los Osos and Morro Bay
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Parents, grandparents or caretakers in a parenting role attend with the child(ren)
COST: $64/10 weeks Financial need-based scholarships for a portion of the fee are available for qualifying applicants.
CONTACT: San Luis Coastal Adult School (549-1222). Register online http://ae.slcusd.org or in person (1500 Lizzie Street, Room H2, SLO).
Please visit our website for a complete list of parenting classes http://parentparticipation.org
PLAYTIME DISCOVERIES
Playtime Discoveries is a year round program providing Parent-Child Discovery classes that meet the unique needs and interests of toddlers and preschoolers in an age-appropriate setting. Playtime Discoveries believes in a hands-on and learn through play environment where young children can explore in a friendly setting designed especially for small hands and bodies and growing minds. Playtime Discoveries is an inside play environment with explorative play, art, dancing and parent education discussion.
http://playtimediscoveries.com/
POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION SUPPORT LINE/DEPRESION DE POST-PARTO
You are not alone. You are not to blame. You will get better. There is help. Usted no está sola. Usted no es culpable. Usted mejorará. Si hay ayuda!
CONTACT/CONTACTO: For help, contact the support line at 541-3367/Para ayuda contacte la linea de 541-3367
http://www.slocap.org/pages/prog_pregnancy.html
SLO COUNTY RESOURCE GUIDE, AGES 0-5
The purpose of this guide is to have all the services available in San Luis Obispo County for children ages 0-5 and their families in one, easy-to-access location. This guide is intended to aid both service providers and the community.
members.http://www.first5slo.org/intensive-resources.pdf
SLO County Resource Guide
SOOTHING TOUCH INFANT MASSAGE, JAYNA TROUTMAN
This is a hands-on course for parents and caregivers to learn the art of infant massage and other types of nurturing touch techniques. Experience the profound and lifelong benefits that both parents and babies enjoy from this shared activity. Special needs babies and parents are highly encouraged to attend. Classes run for 1½ hours per week for 4 weeks with a limit of 5 babies and their parents to each class, so as to maximize individual support and parent connectivity. Morning and evening classes are available at various locations throughout SLO and the Five-Cities area. The cost for the 4 class series is $75.00.
For more information or to register for classes, please contact:
Jayna Troutman
Certified Massage Practitioner, Certified Educator of Infant Massage
(805) 459-1959 or soothingtouchinfantmassage@gmail.com
http://soothingtouchinfantmassage.com/
WOMEN, INFANTS AND CHILDREN (WIC) PROGRAM
The Women, Infants and Children Program (WIC) is a nutrition program that helps pregnant women, new mothers, and young children eat well and stay healthy. WIC provides nutrition and health information, breastfeeding information and support, coupons to buy healthy foods, such as milk, fresh fruit and vegetables, whole grain bread and cereal, eggs, cheese, dry beans and peanut butter in the grocery store and referrals health care and other community services.
WIC serves women who are pregnant, breastfeeding or just had a baby and children from birth to 5 years of age (including foster children).
To be eligible for WIC families need to have a low to medium income and live in San Luis Obispo County.
WIC has offices in Atascadero, Cambria, Grover Beach, Morro Bay, Nipomo, Paso Robles, and San Luis Obispo
To see if you or your family qualifies for WIC call 805-781-5570 or toll free 800-660-3313 to schedule an enrollment appointment nearest your home. WIC staff are bilingual.
For more information: http://www.slocounty.ca.gov/health/publichealth/wic.htm
