Parent's Place
Adoption
Adoptive Families (http://www.adoptivefamilies.com/)
Site for the award-winning national adoption magazine which is the leading
adoption information source for families before, during, and after adoption.
Adoption.org (http://www.adopting.org/)
An extensive site for those seeking to become adoptive parents. Information
about who can adopt, the homestudy, procedures, terms, options, costs, agencies,
facilitators, and professionals for domestic and international adoptions.
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Baby Names
Baby Names (http://www.babynames.com/)
Want to find out what a name means? Or are you looking for a name for your
new addition? This is the place to find it!
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Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding .com (http://www.breastfeeding.com/)
A site for mothers and nursing professionals who want advice and support on
breastfeeding. Features tips for working mothers, research articles and message
boards.
La Leche League- A Source for Breastfeeding Mothers (http://www.lllusa.org/)
La Leche League is a not-for-profit organization whose mission is to help mothers
worldwide to breastfeed through mother-to-mother support, education, information,
and encouragement, and to promote a better understanding of breastfeeding
as an important element in the healthy development of the baby and mother.
The Pump Station (http://www.pumpstation.com)
Fill up on educational breastfeeding information at The Pump Station. Two lactation
consultants have compiled tons of information and videos on breastfeeding
and pumping. Plus they offer a variety of pumps, nursing bras, and other
breastfeeding supplies..
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Green
And Eco-Conscious Websites
Consumer Reports Guide to Eco-Labels(http://www.greenerchoices.org/eco-labels/)
As the popularity of green product claims continues to grow, it's important
to know which claims you can trust and which ones you can't.
Healthy Child Healthy World (http://www.healthychild.org/)
A resource for learning about the effects of the environment on kids. Has a
"Daily Tips" section that will help you to reduce exposure to chemicals,
toxins and pollutants for the benefit of your child's health, your health
and the environment.
Dr. Greene (http://www.drgreene.com/)
No pun intended. Provides answers to your pediatric questions with a "GREEN"
emphasis.
Organic Trade Association- O'Mama Report (http://www.theorganicreport.org/)
Provides information on how to make the best decisions about organic products
for your babies, kids, kitchen and garden. It is a community where parents
share their experiences, ideas and inspirations.
National Institutes of Health- Household Products Database (http://householdproducts.nlm.nih.gov/)
What's under your kitchen sink, in your garage, in your bathroom, and on the
shelves in your laundry room? Learn more about what's in these products,
about potential health effects, and about safety and handling.
The Campaign for Safe Cosmetics (http://www.safecosmetics.org)
Learn about categories of products of particular concern, plus look up safety
rankings of the products you use with their Skin Deep database. Even has
a section on baby care products.
Mothering Magazine (http://www.mothering.com)
Site for the magazine which promotes natural family living and practices.
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Medical Sites
American Academy of Pediatrics (http://www.aap.org)
Extensive site for health topics on infants and children.
American Academy of Pediatrics Dentistry (http://www.aapd.org/parents/)
This site offers brochures for parents that can be downloaded for free on various
pediatric dental concerns.
Center for Disease Control and Prevention: Vaccines & Immunizations (http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/)
Center for Disease Control and Prevention's site about vaccines. Offers
information and vaccine schedule for kids.
Dr. Spock (http://www.drspock.com/)
A complete child care resource for expert medical and parenting advice on pre-pregnancy,
babies, infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school age children. Has an "Ask
our Experts" section and a listing of topics covered on the website from A
to Z.
FDA- Vaccines for Kids (http://www.fda.gov/oc/opacom/KidS/html/vaccines.htm)
Food and Drug Administration's site about vaccines for kids.
Kids Health (http://kidshealth.org/index.html)
An online source for parents with questions about their child's health.
PM Pediatrics (http://www.pmpediatrics.com/)
Conveniently located in Selden, NY, PM Pediatrics offers after hours urgent
care for children thru age 21. Now there's another option to the emergency
room with their ability to treat illnesses and injuries, infections, fractures
and stitches, rapid tests and x-rays from their on-site lab. Open 365 days
a year; Mon- Fri 5pm to midnight, Weekends & Holidays Noon- Midnight.
Most insurances accepted.
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services- Insure Kids Now! (http://www.insurekidsnow.gov/)
National website for the White House initiative to provide free or low-cost
health insurance to children (18 years and under) who live in households with
little or no income. Just click any state to find how their program works.
Web MD- Kids Health (http://children.webmd.com/default.htm)
What every parent needs to know about keeping your kids healthy.
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Parenting Sites
Child Care Council of Suffolk County (http://www.childcaresuffolk.org/)
Long Island's premier community service organization that works with parents,
providers, businesses, and community organizations to help promote the availability
of quality child care services in the area. They provide parents with referrals
and information on evaluating quality child care, plus resources on various
parenting issues.
Elizabeth Pantley (http://www.pantley.com/elizabeth/)
The author of the popular No Cry Sleep Solutions for Babies & Toddlers,
No Cry Potty Training, and No Cry Discipline Solution has a website
with some great ideas about childcare, especially sleep.
Just Mommies (http://www.justmommies.com/)
This site has a great message forum, you can join and contribute or just browse
through topics. Plus has a feature that will e-mail you when a topic you
are interested in comes up.
KinderStart (http://www.kinderstart.com/)
Because kids don't come with instructions... try Kinderstart the
largest & most
popular
search engine focused on children birth to age 7 for all your childhood
concerns."
Long Island Kids Directory (http://www.likidsdirectory.com/)
The Long Island Kids' Directory can help you find almost anything for children
and families in the area: baby furniture, clothing, great birthday party
ideas, party supplies, enrichment programs, educational classes, summer camps,
events, activities, private schools, photographers, health and safety products,
home-based business opportunities, mommy & me play groups, toys and much
more!"
Parents.com (http://www.parents.com/)
The online site for the magazines, American Baby, Parents, and Family
Circle. Deals with pregnancy to newborns, toddlers and older children.
Parents for Megan's Law (http://www.parentsformeganslaw.org/)
Has information about Megan's Law and the Adam Walsh Protect Act. Offers a 24-hour hotline for assistance of victims of sexual abuse and crimes, counseling centers and educational programs. Has a sex offender search, an e-mail alert and a place to report offenders not complying with the law.
Working Mother (http://www.workingmother.com/?service=vpage/106)
Site for the magazine Working Mother which covers work and life issues
important to career and family committed mothers.
Family Fun (http://familyfun.go.com/)
Provides families with creative ideas and real-life solutions. It's vibrant,
user-friendly, and full of what parents need to make family life everything
it can be.
New York State Assessments (http://accelerateu.org/Assessments/Assessments.cfm)
The official site for the NYS assessment tests of kids in grades K-12.
Twins Magazine (http://www.twinsmagazine.com/)
Twins Magazine has been the premier national/international magazine specifically published for parents of twins, triplets and higher order multiples since 1984!
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Pregnancy
American Pregnancy Association (http://www.americanpregnancy.org/)
A website promoting pregnancy wellness and education with resources for getting
pregnant, help during pregnancy and also preventing pregnancy.
Baby Center.com (http://www.babycenter.com/pregnancy)
Has a pregnancy calendar and calculator, plus information on pregnancy stages and other maternity and parenting resources.
Mother Risk (http://www.motherisk.org)
Offers information on health topics for pregnant women and their unborn babies. Includes updates in new research, medications, and breastfeeding plus hotlines for important health issues.
Perinatal Support: Hospice Care Network (http://www.hospice-care-network.org/perinatal-support.htm)
Hospice Care Network Offers a support program for parents whose unborn child
has been diagnosed with a life-threatening illness and who want to continue
their pregnancy.
Pregnancy.com (http://www.pregnancy.com/)
A website all about pregnancy- related topics.
What to Expect When You're Expecting (http://www.whattoexpect.com/publicsite/funnel/index.aspx?s_kwcid=what%20to%20expect|2062254165&gclid=CLL54r2HopQCFQVcswodEhM4uA)
The most popular book for pregnant mommies-to-be now is easily accessible online.
Also has information from the other popular "What to Expect" books.
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Safety Issues
BNet Savvy (http://bnetsavvy.org/wp/)
Offers tools for adults to help kids connect to the web safely by covering topics like social networking, wireless devices, gaming, cyberbulling, privacy and safety.
Consumer Product Safety Commission (http://www.cpsc.gov/index.html)
List recalls of unsafe products, especially children's products and toys, and
has a section to report an unsafe product. .
Fire Safety (http://www.firesafety.gov/)
The one-stop information resource for residential fire safety and prevention information destributed by the Federal Government.
Seat Check (http://www.seatcheck.org/)
Motor vehicle crashes remain the leading cause of death of children, ages 3-14. However, many of these deaths can be prevented through the proper use of child safety seats. This site offers tips and tools for proper installation of your car seat, lists car seat recalls, and car seat laws and even has a car seat Inspection Locator so you can find a place to have your car seat inspected for free to insure its safe.
Stop Bullying Now! (http://stopbullyingnow.hrsa.gov/adults/default.aspx)
Here you'll find valuable resources about bullying awareness, prevention and
intervention.
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School
At the Intersection of School & Home- Parent Corner (http://school.discoveryeducation.com/parents/)
Some kids look forward to school, while others are less than thrilled. This site
offers parents tips and ideas on encouraging and motivating their children.
Find links to homework help, fitting in, sibling rivalry and much more.
Sachem Central School District (http://www.sachem.edu/)
The official website for the Sachem School District has information about curriculum,
district newsletters, school calendars, health information and alerts, and
school closings. Find phone numbers, addresses and websites for all the elementary,
middle & high school as well as district office and information about kindergarten
registration.
PBS Parents- Going to School (http://www.pbs.org/parents/goingtoschool/)
Parents anticipating first day of school issues will find answers to common
questions on this PBS site. Topics include talking with kids about school,
what kids learn grade-by-grade, choosing a school, starting school, and
the parent-teacher partnership.
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Special Needs Resources
Autism Society of America (http://www.autism-society.org/site/PageServer)
This site exists to improve the lives of all affected by autism by increasing
public awareness about the day-to-day issues faced by people on the spectrum,
advocating for appropriate services for individuals across the lifespan, and
providing the latest information regarding treatment, education, research and
advocacy.
Autism Speaks (http://www.autismspeaks.org/)
Autism Speaks fundraises for research and is committed to promoting awareness and advocacy efforts in scientific finding and family services.
Autism Research Institute (http://www.autism.com/index.asp)
For more than 40 years, the Autism Research Institute (ARI) has been devoted
to conducting research and disseminating the results of research on the topic
of Autism. Provides research-based information to parents and professionals
around the world.
Exceptional Parents Magazine (http://www.eparent.com)
The Family and Professional site for the Special Needs Community serving infants,
children, adolescents and adults.
ADD Warehouse (http://addwarehouse.com/shopsite_sc/store/html/index.html)
Resource for the understanding and treatment of all developmental disorders,
including ADHD and other related problems.
National Center for Learning Disabilities (http://www.ncld.org)
Online guide to essential information about learning disabilities, early literacy
and learning resources, support for adolescents and adults with learning disabilities,
public policy and advocacy tools.
LD Online: The Interactive Guide to Learning Disabilities for Parents, Teachers and Children (http://www.ldonline.org)
Updated frequently, this site is a great place to stay current with the latest news and developments. Includes online newsletter and a bulletin board.
Spectrum Magazine (http://www.spectrumpublications.com)
Spectrum Magazine is a Long Island based magazine devoted to the autism and
developmentally disabled community.
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Toys
Consumer Reports.org- Babies & Kids (http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/babies-kids/index.htm?EXTKEY=SG72CR0&CMP=KNC-CROBRANDG&HBX_OU=50&HBX_PK=toys_consumer_reports)
Consumer Reports site for products for babies and kids.
Dr. Toy.com (http://www.drtoy.com/main/index.html)
This site is designed to help parents find safe and reliable toys for their
children.
Oppenheim Toy Portfolio (http://www.toyportfolio.com/)
A great source for solid, objectively reviewed toys for babies & toddlers.
Parents Choice Foundation (http://www.parents-choice.org/)
Selects, approves and gives awards for outstanding toys, media, and materials
for babies and young children.
Safe Toy List- How to Find Safe Toys (http://bestnetpages.com/safetoys)
Blog about recalled toys and how to choose safe toys.
Safe Toys.com (http://www.safetoys.com/)
A source for information on toy safety, the latest recalls, tips for parents,
and ways to keep kids safe.
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