Helpful 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.