Helpful Links
Useful Links
Breastfeeding References & Support
- The Bump - A popular resource for nursing mothers; includes information on child health topics.
- Kellymom - A thorough, comprehensive and accessible website developed and maintained by an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) to provide support and evidence-based information on breastfeeding, sleep and parenting.
- Main Line Health - A collection of local resources regarding lactation support.
- Surgeon General - The Surgeon General's Call-to-Action Breastfeeding Fact Sheet.
- Women's Health - Maintained by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services; excellent breastfeeding site that starts with the basics and answers many common questions about technique, benefits, concerns, pumping, storing, and more.
- World Breastfeeding Week - Take the pledge, enter the photo contest, find out more!
- Successful Breastfeeding Begins Right at Birth - Whether the delivery of a baby goes exactly as expected or veers down a completely unexpected path, the early removal of colostrum is an important part of getting breastfeeding off to a good start.
General Pediatric References
- The American Academy of Pediatrics - The American Academy of Pediatrics offers valuable advice on a wide variety of health and child-rearing topics.
- Happiest Baby - Harvey Karp's theories and techniques for calming fussy babies.
- Healthy Children - General pediatric reference supported by the American Academy of Pediatrics.
- Kids Health - Information for parents, kids, and teens from Nemours Foundation.
Newborn Specific References
- Fridababy - A resource for aspirating mucous from little noses.
Safety
- Consumer Product Safety Commission - Learn about recalled toys and other products from the Consumer Products Safety Commission.
- CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website provides a wealth of information about many health topics.
- Main Line Health Community Services - Information about infant CPR classes.
- CHOP Care Seat Safety - CHOP car seat safety resource.
- Keeping Babies Safe - Safe sleep recommendations and general child safety.
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