Early traumatic experiences can affect ongoing development, especially in the first five years of life. Here are resources to help support healthy growth.
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COMPTON, Calif. California voters eked out a win for children more than two decades ago based on a "sin tax." Proposition 10 slapped cigarettes with a hefty surcharge to
California's tobacco tax funds resources for young kids. But with sales declining and a flavored tobacco ban in place, First 5's child programs are at risk.