First 5 Placer

10/15/2026

When the unthinkable happens: The woman behind Placer County's Sexual Assault Response Team By Placer DA Public Affairs Manager Stephanie Herrera

10/13/2026

There are mothers who have tiny footprints on their hearts, but none walking beside them. Mothers who remember a due date that came and went. Who still remember the moment they saw two pink lines. Who imagined a little face, a little laugh, a little life. Mothers who held their babies for only a moment. And mothers who never got the chance to hold them at all.

There are mothers grieving children the world never met, carrying love that had nowhere to go and a lifetime of wondering who their little one might have become. And sometimes, the hardest part is that the rest of the world keeps moving. The calendar turns. People stop asking. Life goes on.

But a mother's love doesn't follow a timeline.

This October, during Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, we want to make space for every mother whose story includes a goodbye that came far too soon. Whether your loss happened yesterday or decades ago, whether you were 6 weeks pregnant or 39, whether you have other children or were waiting to become a parent for the very first time, **your grief is worthy of tenderness, and your baby is worthy of remembrance.**

You don't have to minimize your loss because someone else had it worse. You don't have to find a silver lining. You don't have to be ready to try again. And you don't have to stop talking about your baby to make others more comfortable.

If you want to say their name, we will listen.

If you want to tell us about the dreams you had for them, we will listen.

And if you don't have the words, there is space for that, too.

We are proud to partner with First 5 Placer to be able to provide free services for struggling mothers.

To every mother carrying both love and loss: we see you. We remember with you. And we hope you find moments of gentleness in a world that sometimes doesn't know how to hold your grief.

With love,
The MomSquad Team 🤍

10/06/2026

10/05/2026

💜 October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. 💜

This month, we stand together to raise awareness, support survivors, and remind those experiencing abuse that they are not alone, and help is available.

Domestic violence can take many forms—physical, emotional, verbal, sexual, and financial abuse. Everyone deserves to feel safe, respected, and valued in their relationships.

Let’s use this month to listen without judgment, support without blame, educate ourselves, and speak up when we see signs of abuse. Together, we can help create a community where survivors are believed, supported, and empowered.

💜 You are not alone. You deserve safety. You deserve respect. You deserve support.

10/02/2026

10/01/2026

October is National Dental Hygiene Month. Join us all month as we share 31 days of tips and facts to help you and your family keep your smiles healthy.

✅ Today's Tip: Brush twice a day for two minutes.

🪥 Schedule regular dental checkups to prevent problems before they start.

Learn what Medi-Cal dental covers at SmileCalifornia.org.

09/25/2026

It’s D O L L Y DAY! 🦋 We’re pulling out all the bells and whistles to celebrate our Dreamer in Chief and the incredible legacy of her Imagination Library.

And who better to celebrate than the Local Program Partners who bring Dolly’s vision to life in communities across California? On the first-ever “9 to 5” Day, we’re shining a well-deserved spotlight on the partners who make the magic happen right here at home.

Dolly called our Local Program Partners the “true heroes” of the Imagination Library. From ‘9 to First 5’ and beyond; libraries, foundations, nonprofits and community organizations work every day to raise funds, connect with families and mail books to more children across our state.

To every partner, funder, volunteer and supporter who makes this possible: thank you for showing up for California’s children and continuing to Give Like Dolly❤️

Want to Give Like Dolly, too? Visit the webpage in our bio and select “Donate” to support the Imagination Library of California or a Local Program Partner in your community.

Here’s to Dolly and a legacy that keeps growing, one book in the mailbox at a time.📚✨

DONATE to Placer County's Dolly Parton's Imagination Library here:

https://donate.imaginationlibrary.com/?country=US&affid=CACOLFAX

Sign up to receive books here:

https://imaginationlibrary.com/usa/affiliate/CACOLFAX/?chkAvalAddressData=eyJjYWxsYmFjayI6dHJ1ZSwiYWRkcmVzcyI6eyJjb3VudHJ5IjoiVVMiLCJ6aXAiOiI5NTY3NyIsInN0YXRlIjoiQ0EiLCJjaXR5IjoiUm9ja2xpbiIsImNvdW50eSI6IlBsYWNlciIsInN0cmVldCI6IiJ9fQ%3D%3D

09/10/2026

🥕 September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month!

Small, healthy swaps can make a big difference in helping children build lifelong healthy habits. Healthy eating doesn’t have to mean giving up the foods kids love—it’s about finding nutritious choices that are delicious and easy to enjoy! 💚

Try these simple swaps with your family:

09/08/2026

September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month

But this isn't about blaming children or families. Childhood obesity is complex and can be influenced by genetics, eating patterns, physical activity, sleep, access to healthy foods, and the environments where children live, learn and play.

This month, let's focus on creating healthy, supportive environments where children can eat nutritious foods, be active, get enough sleep, and develop healthy habits—without shame or stigma.

Small habits today can help build a healthier future.