Kit for New Parents


The Kit for New Parents is available to new and expecting parents! Emerging science about the importance of the early years is translated into practical information that parents can use in their daily lives. And it's FREE!  

To learn more about the Kit for New Parents,
contact:  Debbie Peel.    

Where do I get the Kit?
Shasta County parents can obtain Kits from First 5 Shasta's Kit Distribution Partners (Click for list). Kits are available in English and in Spanish. If you are not receiving services from any of these providers, please call 530-229-8300.

Organizations interested in sharing ths free education resource with parents are invited to contact Debbie Peel. Learn how you might become a Kit distribution partner!

What's Inside the Kit?

• Celebrity-hosted DVD on parenting topics such as child care, health & nutrition, oral health, child safety, discipline, and reading to your baby.
• "Advice for New Parents" - flip book offering advice by ages/stages of development.
• "Happy Baby" - baby's first touch & feel book.
• "What to Do When Your Child Gets Sick" - easy to read, easy to use book for parents & caregivers.
• A Parent's Guide to Shasta County Resources - where to find help, find a playgroup, or get questions answered!
• Building Your Baby's Brain - a parent's introduction to their important role in helping baby's brain develop strong, thriving connections that guide behavior and learning.
• Magnets, decals, and more!