Helpful Links

Adolescent Health

www.stayteen.org - Information for and by teens delivered in teen-friendly messages from the National Campaign to Prevent Teen and Unplanned Pregnancy.
www.teenhealthfx.com - TeenHealthFX.com is a reliable online resource for teens who have questions about their health, their bodies, relationships, and sexuality. It is informative, and encourages teens to also discuss these issues with their doctor and parents.

Advocacy

www.acnj.org - The Association for Children of New Jersey (ACNJ) is the state's foremost child research and advocacy organization. For 30 years ACNJ has advocated for policies and programs that improve the lives of children and families in New Jersey. Over the years, ACNJ's issues have expanded from child welfare and juvenile justice to include early care and education, health and support for low-income families.
www.edlawcenter.org - Site of the Education Law Center serving New Jersey, which can help you understand and negotiate public education systems for your child.
www.nj.gov/dcf/ - The website of the New Jersey Office of the Child Advocate provides policy and other information related to child protection, health, juvenile justice, mental health, and children's legal rights.

Allergies and Asthma

www.aaaai.org - Site of the American Academy of Allergy and Immunology; find lots of information about asthma and allergy here.
Allergy Prevention in Children
Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE)
Allergy and Asthma Network

Attention Deficit Disorder

www.chadd.org - Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder site offers support and resources for children and adults.
www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/attention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder/index.shtml - Facts about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder from the National Institute of Mental Health.

Breast Feeding

www.llli.org - International breastfeeding organization provides support for feeding your newborn and infant, as well as many other resources for breastfeeding. Text is available in many languages.
www.womenshealth.gov/breastfeeding - 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.
http://med.stanford.edu/newborns/professional-education/breastfeeding.html - Stanford University
KellyMom - breastfeeding and parenting information

Car Seat Safety

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Child Development

www.autismnj.org - This site from Autism New Jersey, a nonprofit agency, provides information about advocacy, services, family and professional education, and consultation.
www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearly/index.html - Learn the signs. Act Early. Track you child's development and act early if you have concerns.
www.healthychildren.org - Powered by pediatricians. Trusted by parents. From the American Academy of Pediatrics.
www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/infantandtoddlerdevelopment.html - Trusted health information on child development from Medline Plus

Formula

Breastfeeding is the best choice for your baby, however for babies who will be receiving formula, we recommend a cow’s milk formula with iron. Below are some links to help access formula in stores and/or online

www.abbottnutrition.com/store-locator - Find an Abbott Nutrition Product by Zip code
www.abbottstore.com - Purchase Abbott Products Directly online or call 1-800-FORMULA
www.similac.com/multiples - Have Multiples? Get a free case per baby by signing up
www.strongmoms.com - Sign up for Coupons and More
www.pathwayreimbursement.com - Get Reimbursement Support at or call 1-800-558-7677
www.Alimentum.com/JoinToday - Alimentum Support and Savings
www.Neosure.com/JoinToday - Neosure Support and Savings

General Parenting

www.aacap.org - The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry provides information about mental health disorders and resources for children and teens.
www.aap.org - The American Academy of Pediatrics offers valuable advice on a wide variety of health and child-rearing topics.
www.ada.org/public - The American Dental Association provides useful information about fluoride, cavities, and more.
www.ahrq.gov/ppip/childguide - The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality offers current information and accompanying resources for child and adolescent health, as well as information about preventive care.
www.cdc.gov - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website provides a wealth of information about any health topics.
www.healthychildren.org - The American Academy of Pediatrics' site offers valuable advice on a wide variety of health and child-rearing topics.
www.hhs.gov/kids - The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services site for children covers various topics for parents and children and offers many links to other sites.
www.kidsgrowth.com - Provides online health information and resources for parents and teens.
www.kidshealth.org - Information for parents, kids, and teens from Nemours Foundation.

Nutrition and Fitness

www.fda.gov/Food/ResourcesForYou/Consumers - FDA site provides information on food safety, nutrition, and cosmetics.
www.cdc.gov/healthyweight/assessing/bmi/childrens_bmi/about_childrens_bmi.html - CDC site for assessing body mass index (BMI).
www.choosemyplate.gov - Interactive tools from the U.S. Department of Agriculture help teach parents and children about nutrition and healthy food choices.
www.healthiergeneration.org - Alliance for a Healthier Generation provides resources and tools to keep children healthy.
www.mypyramid.gov - Interactive tools from the U.S. Department of Agriculture help teach parents and children about nutrition and healthy food choices.

Safety

www.aapcc.org - American Association of Poison Control Centers offers important information for poison safety and education.
www.cpsc.gov - Learn about recalled toys and other products from the Consumer Products Safety Commission.
www.mysafehome.org - Find practical information about making your home safe; offers a room by room tour of potential dangers and solutions.
www.npic.orst.edu - The National Pesticide Information Center provides information to help you make informed decisions about pesticide use.
www.usa.safekids.org - A site dedicated to preventing childhood injury, with great safety guidelines for car seats, fire safety, and poison prevention, as well as links for recalls, car seat installation, and more.

Travel

www.cdc.gov/travel - Check this site before traveling abroad for important information on health-related topics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Vaccinations

www.aap.org/immunization - Specific information about immunizations from the American Academy of Pediatrics.
www.cdc.gov/vaccines/pubs/vis/default.htm - Information sheets from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that explain the benefits and risks of vaccines to recipients, their parents, or their legal representatives.
www.vaccine.chop.edu - Reliable, accurate information about vaccines and the diseases they prevent from Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
www.vaccinateyourbaby.org - Cornerstone's top website for vaccine information for parents.
www.vaccinesafety.edu - Independent assessments of vaccines and vaccine safety, plus educational information provided by the Institute for Vaccine Safety of Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.
Vaccine Information Statements (VIS)

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