Tools to Become a Great Mom
Classes, Forums, and Chat Groups
Lil' Signers
The World's Leading Sign Language Program for Hearing Babies. Learn to communicate with your baby before your baby can talk through the use of Baby Signs®. Lil' Signers offers Sign, Say and Play™ classes, Parent workshops, Childcare Center Training, and much more.
www.lilsigners.com
Good Morning Mama
A list of helpful ideas for indoor and outdoor activities for babies and toddlers, ideas on WHERE to meet other moms in your area, free activities for moms on a budget, and links to AWESOME websites that have helped me over the years, plus a comment section to send in your own idea for a cool activity.
www.goodmorningmama.com
My Gym
The Worldwide leader in children's fitness programs.
www.my-gym.com
New Moms Forum
New Moms Forum pregnancy forum and advice updated daily, information and advice for
new moms by new moms.
www.newmomsforum.com
New Moms at Clubmom
Post messages, chat, learn, and connect with over 2 million other moms.
www.clubmom.com
Health & Safety
Asthma and Allergies
American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology
Get the latest information on treatments for asthma.
www.aaaai.org
Car Seat Inspections
Using your zip code, you can locate certified car seat inspector in your area. This web site also provides resource links and safety brochures.
www.seatcheck.org
Healthier Home
Children's Health Environmental Coalition
This website helps parents rid their home of hidden toxic substances.
www.checnet.org
Childproofing and Preventing Household Accidents
This article from KidsHealth.com explains common household injuries and what you can do to prevent them.
www.kidshealth.org/parent/firstaid_safe/home/childproof.html
First Aid and Safety
A direct link to VERY important, basic information from KidsHealth
www.kidshealth.org/parent/firstaid_safe/index.html
Immunization Chart
An easy calendar that tells you which shots your child needs and when to get them.
www.kidshealth.org/parent/.../immunization_chart.html
Parenting 101
The ABCs of Parenting
If you don't know where to look for information start here! Parenthood.com will lead you in the right direction.
topics-az.parenthood.com
Advocacy Groups
The first place to look if you have a special family situation.
www.kinderstart.com/familydynamics
Family Books
If you need information on anything from adoption to grand parenting to toilet training, this site will give you listings of books that might help.
www.netstoreusa.com/fabooks
Parent Center and Baby Center
Tips on a variety of topics and suggestions on how to be a great parent. Also check out "Topics A - Z".
parentcenter.babycenter.com
Parenting Resources for Everyone
This complete guide offers advice on every topic you can imagine.
parenting.ivillage.com
Successful Parenting
The Child Development Institute has created Parenting 101 as well as other helpful guidelines for raising children and teenagers.
childdevelopmentinfo.com/parenting/
Community Resources
Free Publications
Choose any subject and you may find a free publication from the US Department of Education. Search by subject or browse their selections.
www.edpubs.org/webstore/Content/search.asp
The United Way
The first place to call when you don't know whom to call.
www.united-way.org/
California Department of Education
Resources for parents, family, and the community.
www.cde.ca.gov/ls/pf/
First Five of California
Educational resources for children within the first five years.
www.ccfc.ca.gov/
Pregnancy
American Academy of Pediatrics
Visit the parenting corner for helpful information.
www.aap.org
Ask Dr. Sears
This very popular author can answer all of your questions about pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding and more.
www.askdrsears.com
Baby Center
A complete resource for pregnancy and baby. Find store coupons and free samples.
www.babycenter.com
Baby World
This site offers information on a variety of topics from pregnancy to basic baby care.
www.babyworld.co.uk
Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition
Are you pregnant or a new mom? This site will answer many of your questions!
www.hmhb.org
The Magic of Everyday Moments
Brought to you by Zero to Three. Find out what to expect month-by-month and what your baby needs most.
www.zerotothree.org
Nutrition Dietary Guidelines for Americans
Updated in 2000, this program is supported by the US government. Learn how to eat better and maintain a healthy weight.
www.nal.usda.gov
Food for Tots
They take the worry out of feeding your child. Questions about fussy eaters, food allergies, safety, and nutrition? They have the answers as well as "fun activities to do with preschoolers, easy recipes, cooking tips and more.
www.foodfortots.com
Food Safety for Mothers and Babies
Learn how to properly prepare and store food to prevent bacteria as well as how to keep those bottles and dishes clean.
hgic.clemson.edu/factsheets/HGIC3640.htm
Nutrition and Fitness
From KidsHealth, this site outlines good eating and exercise habits.
www.kidshealth.org/parent/nutrition_fit/index.html
Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding information and support resources.
www.breastfeeding.com
US Department of Health and Human Services
The Federal government resource for women's health information.
www.4woman.gov/Breastfeeding
La Leche League
International Nonprofit, nonsectarian organization dedicated to providing education, information,
support, and encouragement to women who want to breastfeed.
www.laleche.com/
Other Resources
White House Welcome
1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Washington, D.C. 20500
The President would like to welcome your little one to the world with a signed congratulatory announcement! Send a copy of your baby's announcement to the White House to receive a warm note from the President.
