Nurturing Humboldt

First 5 Humboldt

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A space for our Humboldt community to connect, learn, and grow. We explore the big and small moments that shape children, families, and caregivers—sharing stories, expert insights, and practical tools to nurture resilience, equity, and the power of connection.

12/10/2025

A Year of Connection and Community

In this end-of-year episode of Nurturing Humboldt, we’re wrapping up 2025 with updates on the programs, partnerships, and community work happening across First 5 Humboldt. From Help Me Grow and Welcome Baby to Playgroups, the Red Folder Project, Quality Counts, and our Parenting classes, this episode highlights what we’ve accomplished and what’s ahead for 2026. Thank you for being part of a community that cares, learns, and grows together.

14 min
11/12/2025

Help Me Grow Humboldt

This episode introduces Help Me Grow Humboldt — a new resource connecting parents and caregivers of young children to free local programs and developmental support. Host Karina Virgen talks with Ana Guerrero-Gonzalez, the bilingual specialist behind the phone line, about how the program works and the importance of meeting families where they are. Learn more at helpmegrowhumboldt.org .

19 min
10/08/2025

Resiliency Pause: Everyday Tools for a Balanced Nervous System

In this episode of Nurturing Humboldt, we take a moment to pause and explore how simple, body-based skills can help us find balance in stressful times. Building on our recent conversation with Humboldt Domestic Violence Services, this episode introduces the Community Resiliency Model (CRM®) — a practical, science-backed approach to understanding and resetting the nervous system. Together, we’ll talk about what happens in the body when we experience stress or trauma, and how everyday practices like Tracking, Resourcing, and Grounding can help us return to calm and connection. Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, or community member, these skills offer gentle ways to build resilience , not just for ourselves, but for those around us. Take a few deep breaths, get comfortable, and join us for The Resiliency Pause.

15 min
09/10/2025

Building a Culture of Care: Insights from Humboldt Domestic Violence Services

In this episode, we’re joined by Jess Aguirre and Liz Rockenbach from Humboldt Domestic Violence Services (HDVS), a vital local resource supporting survivors and families in our community. Together, we explore what domestic violence can look like beyond common misconceptions, signs of unhealthy relationships, how to support loved ones, and ways to navigate difficult conversations with care. We’re grateful to Jess, Liz, and HDVS for sharing their insight and guidance. If you or someone you know is experiencing violence, confidential help is available 24/7 through HDVS at (707) 443-6042.

36 min
08/13/2025

Welcome Baby: Pathways to Resilience – Pregnancy, Postpartum, and the Power of Connection

What would our world look like if every family felt supported, had what they needed, and never had to feel alone? We talk with the team behind the Welcome Baby program, which offers wraparound care from pregnancy through postpartum. Program Director Ashley Hilliard and Tammy Valles, a CHR with UIHS, join us to share the inner workings of the program.

36 min
07/09/2025

Healing Is Not One Path: A Conversation with Dr. Carrie Griffin

Episode Description: In this episode of Nurturing Humboldt, we sit down with Dr. Carrie Griffin for a fun and casual conversation to get to know her and explore her unique perspective on healing. From yoga and Tantra to addiction medicine and prenatal care, Dr. Griffin shares insights from her journey through both spiritual and medical worlds and how she sees the body’s natural ability to heal at the heart of it all.

46 min
06/11/2025

Playgroups : Protecting Connection, Powering Community - Featuring Our Family Support Navigators and Executive Director

In this episode, we sit down with our Family Support Navigators to explore how playgroups build connection, trust, and resilience for families across Humboldt. We also talk with our Executive Director to gain a deeper understanding of how funding works and why these recent cuts are happening.

51 min
05/14/2025

Child Health & Community Resilience: A Therapist’s View on Healing, ACEs & Parent-Child Connection

In the second half of our two-part episode on child health and resilience, we sit down with Julie Branson, a mental health therapist with over 15 years of experience working with children and families in Humboldt County. Julie brings a grounded, compassionate lens to our ongoing conversation about Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), exploring how they show up in everyday family life and how healing is possible through connection, play, and presence. We talk about what resilience looks like in practice, the role of caregivers in creating regulation and safety, and simple ways adults can support kids — and themselves — through challenging moments. Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, provider, or someone invested in community well-being, this episode offers practical insight and encouragement for building stronger, more connected relationships.

50 min
04/09/2025

Child Health & Community Resilience: A Pediatrician’s View on Stress and Trauma EP. 1 Understanding ACEs: A Conversation with Dr. Michael Mangahas

In our very first episode, we sit down with local provider Dr. Mangahas for a real, honest conversation about what it takes to support child and family well-being here in Humboldt. He shares his perspective on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), healing-centered care, and the systemic shifts needed to truly support our communities. This episode offers a grounded look at the work already happening—and the hope that fuels it.

56 min

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A space for our Humboldt community to connect, learn, and grow. We explore the big and small moments that shape children, families, and caregivers—sharing stories, expert insights, and practical tools to nurture resilience, equity, and the power of connection.

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