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Childbirth Connection http://www.childbirthconnection.org Childbirth Connection is a national not-for-profit organization dedicated to “helping women and health care professionals make informed maternity care decisions.” The site offers resources, pre- and post-natal care information and a variety of pregnancy topics. National Adoption Information Clearinghouse http://www.childwelfare.gov/adoption/index.cfm The Child Welfare Information Gateway builds upon the services previously provided by The National Adoption Information Clearinghouse, and is part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The site provides a wide variety of information and links for those considering or pursuing adoption. RESOLVE http://www.resolve.org RESOLVE is an organization devoted to providing support, education and advocacy to women and their partners as they face infertility. The site provides links to local support, education and information on many issues facing infertile couples. INCIID http://www.inciid.org INCIID: International Council on Infertility Information Dissemination is a non-profit organization that helps couples and individuals deal with infertility. Support forums, insurance advocacy and a full range of infertility issues are covered in detail at its website.]]> Health tag:flexo.liquidweb.com,2007:/~alphamom/infostation//11.90 2007-04-30T20:35:24Z 2008-06-24T20:06:55Z

American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists http://www.acog.org The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists is a 50-year-old professional organization made up of over 49,000 members. Its website offers resources in women’s health services. You can find an OB/GYN or understand current women’s health issues being discussed in Congress. American Academy of Allergy Asthma and Immunology http://www.aaaai.org The American Academy of Allergy Asthma and Immunology is the largest professional medical specialty organization in the U.S. The website offers allergist and immunologist referrals, expert advice, topical information about allergy and asthma management and tip sheets meant for patients and their parents. The site’s Just for Kids section has many fun activities to help children learn about managing their allergies and asthma. American Academy of Pediatrics http://www.aap.org The American Academy of Pediatrics website can tell you many things you need to know about your kids. From preventing dog bites to books of interest for parents, this is a great site to check when you are looking for up-to-date information about keeping your child healthy. Asthma and Allergy Association http://www.aafa.org The Asthma and Allergy Association website is a clearinghouse of information for parents of children with asthma and allergies (including food allergies). The site provides practical information and support through a network of chapters and support groups across the country. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention http://www.cdc.gov The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is a division of the U.S. government’s Department of Health and Human Services. As such, the site’s A-to-Z Index is quite comprehensive. Moreover, the website provides information specifically for pregnant and breastfeeding women. Basic birth defect information, pregnancy medication safety and pre-pregnancy planning information are all available there. First Candle http://www.sidsalliance.org First Candle is a non profit organization which offers prevention education for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), research and support for those affected by SIDS and infant mortality. At its website, parents will find practical information and research-based advice for reducing the risk of infant death along with grief support if the unthinkable has happened. La Leche League http://www.lalecheleague.org La Leche League is an international organization providing advocacy and support for breastfeeding mothers. Its website offers breastfeeding information, books, literature, and a list of local support groups. March of Dimes http://www.marchofdimes.com The March of Dimes website is committed to ending premature births and birth defects through education, research and advocacy. Its website contains articles and information about pregnancy, prenatal health and caring for your newborn. National Coalition against Domestic Violence http://www.ncadv.org The National Coalition against Domestic Violence is an advocacy group helping to shape public policy and offer support and resources to survivors of domestic violence. Its website offers statistics, safety plans and links to local organizations that can help survivors find safety. Postpartum Support International http://www.postpartum.net Postpartum Support International is a site committed to helping new mothers and fathers identify postpartum depression and locate support and treatment. The site also offers a hotline, communication forums, many helpful links, articles and information for new fathers and mothers. Women Infant and Children Food and Nutrition Service (WIC) http://www.fns.usda.gov/wic/ Find program guidelines and resources at the WIC (Women Infant and Children Food and Nutrition Service) website. This USDA-run program offers supplemental food and infant formula to pregnant or breastfeeding women, infants and children up to age five.]]> Advocacy tag:flexo.liquidweb.com,2007:/~alphamom/infostation//11.89 2007-04-30T20:20:53Z 2007-04-30T20:21:15Z

International MOMS Club http://www.momsclub.org The International MOMS Club is a non-profit group that offers support and social activities for stay-at-home mothers and their children. It has hundreds of local chapters, and you can find your local one at the club website. The club’s name is an acronym for Moms Offering Moms Support. MomsRising Organization http://www.momsrising.org The MomsRising Organization promotes policies, which support families. Use the MomsRising.org website to learn more about the group’s goals, to share your stories in the forums, and to find out how to join or start your own local group. Mothers & More http://www.mothersandmore.org Mothers & More is a national organization offering support and advocacy for the caregiver. The group provides a network for mothers who have altered their participation in the paid workplace over the course of the active parenting years. On the group’s website, you’ll find links to local chapters, thought-provoking links to discussions on work/family balance, ways to take action on improving the lives of mothers. Mothers Movement http://www.mothersmovement.org The Mothers Movement Online is a collection of “resources and reporting for mothers and others who think about social change.” You’ll find essays, well-thought out opinion pieces and a list of ways you can get involved. National Association of Mothers’ Centers http://www.motherscenter.org The National Association of Mothers’ Centers is a non-profit network of mothering support and education groups across the country. Find a local chapter at the website. National Parent Teacher Association (PTA) http://www.pta.org The largest volunteer child advocacy association in the United States, the National Parent Teacher Association (PTA) web site provides parents with resources to help students be successful, including help on keeping children safe. It also contains information on how to lobby local and state officials successfully on behalf of parent/child issues. National Partnership for Women and Families http://www.nationalpartnership.org The National Partnership for Women and Families is a non-profit group that promotes the needs of women in the workforce. The Partnership promotes policy changes that allow men and women to meet the needs of work and family. Parents’ Action for Children http://www.parentsaction.org Parents’ Action for Children is a non-profit organization working to “translate our love of our children into a powerful force for policies essential to their success.” From affordable early childhood education to good nutrition in schools, Parents’ Action is a good stop when you know something needs to change but don’t know where to start. Its Take Action Now section connects you directly to your federal representative with the click of your mouse.]]> Parenting tag:flexo.liquidweb.com,2007:/~alphamom/infostation//11.88 2007-04-30T19:53:15Z 2008-06-24T20:06:07Z

Attachment Parenting International http://www.attachmentparenting.org Attachment Parenting International strives to promote peaceful parenting through its philosophy of raising children. The website functions as a clearinghouse of information, support and referral services. Common Sense Media http://www.commonsensemedia.org Common Sense Media offers “trustworthy information and tools to help parents manage their kid’s media lives.” Reviews, tips and internet safety guides are easy to navigate for both parents and kids. Ratings are provided on individual TV, movie, video game, music, and website titles. Head Start http://www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/hsb/ The Head Start program’s website answers all your questions about Head Start and offers links to local programs for your child. This U.S. government program serves the child development needs of preschool children (birth through age five) and their low-income families. Kids Health http://www.kidshealth.org The Kids Health website offers three unique websites for parents, kids and teens with information appropriate for each group. The site is up-to-date, reliable, practical and objective with all content reviewed by physicians and other health experts before publication. Learning Disabilities Organization of America http://www.ldanatl.org The Learning Disabilities Organization of America offers parents of a child with a learning disability support, information and helps dealing with schools, their community and professionals. National Center for Fathering http://www.fathers.com The National Center for Fathering was started to support fathers as they engage in the lives of their child or children. It offers practical resources to help fathers handle all situations they may face, whether as stay-at-home dads, divorced fathers or stepfathers. National Child Care Information Center http://www.nccic.org The National Child Care Information Center (NCCIC) offers resources to families seeking quality childcare. There is information on how to go about finding good care and how to seek financial assistance. Parent Hacks Parents are some of the best hackers, because raising kids requires on-your-feet thinking and frequent improvisation. And, Parent Hacks is the go-to site for the best hacks around. Rookie Moms Think of this site as a virtual BFF, with more than 300 activities for new moms that are more fun than wiping someone's tushy. Tufts University Child and Family Web Guide http://www.cfw.tufts.edu The Tufts University Child and Family Web Guide offers a comprehensive set of links to the best sites about infants, children, and teens. On any given topic, the site has searched, ranked and rated for you articles from a variety of leading parenting sources (primarily professional sites) on the internet. Zero To Three http://www.zerotothree.org Zero To Three is a non-profit organization committed to the healthy development of infants, toddler and their families. At its website, you can find educational information along with information on various parenting topics.]]> Safety tag:flexo.liquidweb.com,2007:/~alphamom/infostation//11.87 2007-04-30T19:33:38Z 2007-04-30T20:53:10Z

American Heart Association http://www.americanheart.org The American Heart Association provides great information about infant/child CPR training. It also offers a lot of helpful information for parents including how to get your kids more active and ways to make fast food friendlier. American Red Cross http://www.redcross.org The American Red Cross is well known for its role in disaster and emergency relief. Its website is also a great resource for personal emergency preparation, infant/child CPR training and has a comprehensive index of safety guidelines for families to follow. Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association http://www.jpma.org The Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association is a national trade organization for those who manufacture or import items meant for infants. The site’s Keeping Baby Safe section has helpful advice for babyproofing your home or when considering baby gear essentials. It also presents innovation awards each year for new baby products. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration provides vehicle and child safety seat information to consumers. You will find it simple to locate ease-of-use ratings for car seats, a database of car seat inspection sites and comprehensive guidelines for keeping your child safe in the car. Safe Kids Worldwide http://www.safekids.org Safe Kids Worldwide is a network of 450 coalitions in 15 countries on a mission to reduce accidental injuries among children. The Safe Kids website offers tips for keeping your child as safe as possible around a long list of potential dangers.]]>