Aiko & Egor App: Animation 4 Autism
Research-based, early intervention, social communication and play skills app created for children with Autism with simplified animation and language. Developed by See Beneath, Inc., a local nonprofit.
All Kids Academy Head Start
Qualifying families receive experienced preschool education with nutritious meals, snacks and family support services.
Baby Moves Early Intervention Program
In-home services for children from birth to age 3 provided by a multidisciplinary team—physical therapist, occupational therapist, speech and language pathologist, and infant development specialist.
Beginnings Infant Program
Provides in-home early childhood intervention services (ages 0–3) and parent training. Bilingual (Spanish).
Birthline of San Diego
Pregnancy support services including diapers, baby and maternity clothes, referrals for medical insurance and care.
California Women, Infants & Children (WIC)
Food resources for pregnant and nursing mothers and children ages 0–5. Also offers specialized formulas, education, counseling, breastfeeding support and nutrition education.
Multiple locations
www.sandiegowic.org
www.sandiegowic.org
Child Development Associates (CDA)
Inclusive preschool for low-income children (ages 3–5), alternative payment program, childcare nutrition program (including a stipend for meals and parent education); site-based and in-home for eligible families with kids 0–12.
Diaper Bank Program
The Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank partners with eight nonprofits to distribute diapers throughout the county. Each location may have different eligibility criteria to receive diapers.
Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE)
Programs for students ages 2–5 at various sites within SDUSD.
Early Childhood Technical Assistance Center
Webinars, calendar of events and statistical information for children ages 0–3.
Early Explorers
Provides parent-led, play-based, virtual early intervention services for kids 0–3 in San Diego and Imperial Counties to support their IFSP goals
Escondido Community Child Development Center
Preschool counseling and parent education center.
Exceptional Family Resource Center (EFRC)
California Early Start and PRRS Point of Entry. Teams of service coordinators, healthcare providers, early intervention specialists, therapists, and parent resource specialists can evaluate and assess an infant or toddler and provide appropriate early intervention services.
Family Health Centers of San Diego
FHC healthcare professionals provide developmental screenings, assessments and early intervention for children ages 0–5 at multiple locations throughout San Diego County.
First 5 San Diego
Healthy development screenings, dental care, high-quality preschool and other resources for children ages 0–5 and their families.
Head Start-Neighborhood House Association
Early childhood education program that provides services to children 0-5 and their families. Priority is given to families who are low income and/or homeless, foster children and children with disabilities.
Home of Guiding Hands Early Intervention Program
Credentialed teachers partner with parents to provide 1:1 intervention for children ages 0–3 with developmental delays and/or disabilities. Free to families enrolled in the CA Early Start program through San Diego Regional Center.
Hope Infant Family Support Program, San Diego County Office of Education
This public, special education program offers services to infants and toddlers with developmental delay and their families.
I Can Play!
Teaches flexibility, communication, empathy, problem solving, engagement, organization, creative thinking, self-reliance and self-confidence through natural play settings for children ages 2–8.
Infant Development Association of California
Dedicated to educating parents and caregivers of children 0–3 and advocating for these children.
JCC’s Nierman Preschool
Play-based, inclusive and nurturing learning environment that utilizes emergent curriculum, is based on the Sheva Jewish lenses, and focuses on children’s interests and learning needs. Specially designed bathrooms, playground, play area, kitchen and STEAM lab.
Lifetime Women’s Healthcare
Complete healthcare including high-risk pregnancy management. Dedicated to ensuring infant health by supporting mom through pregnancy with 3D/4D ultrasounds.
Little Language Ambassadors
Native-Spanish speaking teachers inspire and educate the next generation through a 100 percent Spanish immersion program, making kids future citizens of the world through inclusive preschool, afterschool elementary and summer camp programs (18 mos-7 years).
March of Dimes
Committed to improving the health and welfare of pregnant women, premature babies and infants with birth defects through education and health advocacy.
Milestone Pediatric Therapy
Clinic and in-home early intervention services occupational therapy, speech language therapy, AAC, lactation therapy and physical therapy.
Miracle Babies
Provides financial and emotional support to families with children in the NICU.
Mission Valley Library Storytime
Inclusive storytimes for babies, toddlers or preschoolers that promote literacy through books, song, baby sign and play.
2123 Fenton Pkwy.
SD, 92108
858-573-5007
www.sandiego.gov/public-library/locations/mission-valley-library
SD, 92108
858-573-5007
www.sandiego.gov/public-library/locations/mission-valley-library
MotherToBaby
This service, provided by nonprofit Organization of Teratology Information Specialists, offers evidence-based information to mothers, healthcare professionals, and the general public about medications and other exposures during pregnancy and while breastfeeding.
Nutrition in Bloom
Learn about key nutrients for baby’s development, what foods to select at each age, and strategies as you introduce solids.
Rady Children’s KidSTART Program
Comprehensive screening, triage, assessment and treatment (including intensive mental health) for children 0-5 with complex developmental, behavioral, family and medical needs.
Rady Children’s NICU Neurodevelopmental Clinic
Provides evaluation of the growth and development of infants and young children who are at risk for neurologic problems or developmental delays because of premature birth, low birth weight or other problems at birth.
Reformation Lutheran Preschool
Inclusive preschool (ages 2.5–5) focuses on improving gross and fine motor skills and social skills through structured play and academics. Christian themes are discussed. Before and afterschool care available.
Safe to Sleep Campaign
Spreads awareness among parents, healthcare providers and other caregivers about the benefits of placing a baby to sleep on his back to avoid SIDS and related infant hazards.
San Diego Regional Center (SDRC)
As part of the Early Start Program, provides free assessments to infants and toddlers with a suspected or diagnosed developmental delay so that eligible children and families can obtain therapeutic, early intervention services in San Diego and Imperial Counties.
Shalom Baby
Program celebrates the arrival of Jewish newborns into affiliated, non-affiliated, and interfaith families and welcomes them to the San Diego Jewish community through gift baskets, playgroups, social events, holiday celebrations, and resources. Specialized programs for literacy, infant massage, redirecting behavior and getting children to sleep.
Stars Therapy Services
Offers a multi-disciplinary approach to ABA and Early Intervention, clinical Speech-Language Pathology and Occupational Therapy.
Text4baby
Texting service designed to promote healthy pregnancies through a child’s first year. Sign up based on due date to receive three free text messages per week about promoting healthy tendencies, meeting dev
The Arc of San Diego
Provides family-centered early intervention services for children 0–3 with developmental delays or who are at-risk for delay. Helps kids learn through play-based activities that help meet developmental milestones.
The Hanna Fenichel Center
Inclusive parent/toddler, preschool, pre-K education program focusing on emotional, cognitive and social growth,
Together We Grow
Pediatric day healthcare facility and school provides an inclusive preschool setting for children with or without disabilities and their siblings. Funding for qualifying families.
Zero to Three
Provide resources parents need to build healthy relationships with infants and toddlers, and that professionals need to grow skills and become advocates for change.