Patient Resources
We've compiled a helpful list of resources for you. We highly recommend the site HealthyChildren.org, which is the official parenting Web site of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Whether you're looking for general information related to child health or for more specific guidance on parenting issues, we encourage you to visit this site to browse information from the nation's leading child health experts.
We've also compiled a list of additional resources. Click a topic to browse sites that we recommend in the following categories:
General Health and Wellness
HealthyChildren.org is the only parenting Web site backed by 60,000 pediatricians committed to the attainment of optimal physical, mental, and social health and well-being for all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults. You'll find general information related to child health and more specific guidance on parenting issues. The site provides information regarding the American Academy of Pediatrics' many programs and activities, policies and guidelines, publications and other child health resources, as well as much more. Information comes from the nation's leading child health experts, and scientific research supports their recommendations.
The Massachusetts Medical Society is the statewide professional association for physicians and medical students. We are dedicated to educating and advocating for the patients and physicians of Massachusetts. The MMS publishes the New England Journal of Medicine, a leading global medical journal and web site, and Journal Watch alerts and newsletters covering 12 specialties. The MMS is also a leader in continuing medical education for health care professionals throughout Massachusetts, conducting a variety of medical education programs for physicians and health care professionals.
MedlinePlus will direct you to information to help answer health questions. MedlinePlus brings together authoritative information from NLM, the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and other government agencies and health-related organizations. Preformulated MEDLINE searches are included in MedlinePlus and give easy access to medical journal articles. MedlinePlus also has extensive information about drugs, an illustrated medical encyclopedia, interactive patient tutorials, and latest health news.
The National Safe Kids Campaign is a national organization dedicated to the prevention of unintentional childhood injury. This site provides a broad range of information on child safety, safety regulations, and recent product recalls.
STOP Sports Injuries. There is a growing epidemic of preventable youth sports injuries that are dismantling kids' athletic hopes and dreams at an early age. In response, the STOP Sports Injuries campaign was created by a coalition of organizations and corporations to help prevent athletic overuse and trauma injuries in kids. In addition, a Council of Champions has been established that includes business, sports and medical leaders to actively engage youth sports parents, coaches, athletes and healthcare providers in sports injury prevention.
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site offers safety and injury prevention tips as well as recall notices on a wide range of consumer products. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is an independent federal regulatory agency whose mission is to protect the public against unreasonable risk of injury or death associated with consumer products.
Young Men's Health. A website for teen guys & young men featuring state-of-the-art health information
Young Women's Health. An award-winning teen girls' health website featuring health guides, quizzes, chats & more!
Zero to Three. This site focuses on the development of your child during the important first three years of life. Zero to Three is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to strengthen and support families, practitioners, and communities to promote the healthy development of babies and toddlers.
Medication and Immunization
Dosage Charts for Tylenol®, Motrin® and Benadryl®
Walgreens Prescription Savings Club
NNii provides up-to-date, science-based information to healthcare professionals, the media, and the public: everyone who needs to know the facts about vaccines and immunization.
KidsMeds provides parents with detailed information about their child's medications. KidsMeds is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing pediatric drug information to parents. The site is run by registered pharmacists trained in pediatric pharmacy.
National Immunization Program from the CDC provides immunization information and resources from the National Immunization Program, the federal government's principal agency for immunization policy and recommendations. You will find a wide range of information on vaccine-preventable diseases, the benefits of immunization, and the risks of immunization vs. the risks of disease
Mental and Behavioral Health
CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) is the nation's leading non-profit organization serving individuals with AD/HD and their families. CHADD has over 16,000 members in 200 local chapters throughout the U.S. Chapters offer support for individuals, parents, teachers, professionals, and others
The Well, A Center for Hope and Healing. The Well is a Christ-centered, spiritual gathering place where, through encounters with the Living God and a community of people committed to sharing his love, individuals and families can experience spiritual and emotional renewal and life transformation. We offer opportunities for growth, learning and community along with providing a variety of psychological, medical and spiritual services for people seeking greater freedom and wholeness in their lives.
Allergy and Asthma
Allergy & Asthma Network Mothers of Asthmatics (AANMA) is the leading nonprofit family health organization dedicated to eliminating suffering and death due to asthma, allergies and related conditions. From diagnosis to control, from diapers to college — AANMA is your one-stop, family-to-family support network.
The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) is a patient organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people with asthma and allergies through education, advocacy, and research.
The Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network (FAAN) was established in 1991. FAAN's membership now stands at close to 30,000 worldwide and includes families, dietitians, nurses, physicians, school staff, representatives from government agencies, and the food and pharmaceutical industries. FAAN serves as the communication link between the patient and others.
Nutrition
Kids Eat Right is your source for scientifically-based health and nutrition information you can trust to help your child grow healthy.
Newborn Care
La Leche League International strives to help mothers worldwide to breastfeed through mother-to-mother support, encouragement, information, and education, and to promote a better understanding of breastfeeding as an important element in the healthy development of the baby and mother.
Zero to Three. This site focuses on the development of your child during the important first three years of life. Zero to Three is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to strengthen and support families, practitioners, and communities to promote the healthy development of babies and toddlers.
Family and Parenting
Focus on the Family began in 1977 in response to Dr. James Dobson's increasing concern for the American family, and by helping to preserve traditional values and the institution of the family.
Moms and Dads Guide is Boston's first and only online guide, and it's packed with activities and events to keep your family happy and healthy year-round. The best part? It's all put together by two local moms, so you know we got it right!
Education
The Bright Futures site provides educational materials, tools related to health supervision, and developmental and general health guidelines for children and adolescents. Bright Futures is guided by the Health Resources and Services Administration’s Maternal and Child Health Bureau, with support from the Medicaid Bureau of the Health Care Financing Administration.
Friends of Bridgewater Pediatrics
Keeping Pace with Multiple Miracles is a non-profit support network for families and families-to-be of multiple birth children. We are based in Bridgewater, Massachusetts, but have members and meetings all over the state! We offer a wide variety of resources to help meet the needs of our families.
South Shore Community Church. Come join us and experience the excitement. Whether you're a seeker looking for answers or a Christian looking to deepen your faith and experience Christian fellowship, you'll be welcomed into our community.
The Well, A Center for Hope and Healing. The Well is a Christ-centered, spiritual gathering place where, through encounters with the Living God and a community of people committed to sharing his love, individuals and families can experience spiritual and emotional renewal and life transformation. We offer opportunities for growth, learning and community along with providing a variety of psychological, medical and spiritual services for people seeking greater freedom and wholeness in their lives.
MY TURN, America’s Youth Teenage Unemployment Reduction Network, Inc. is a dropout prevention and intervention solution for off-track youth in cities characterized by high poverty, high unemployment, and poor educational outcomes.
Poison Control
For a poison emergency in the United States, call 1-800-222-1222.
Regional Center for Poison Control and Prevention is a not-for-profit organization that provides assistance and expertise in the medical diagnosis, management and prevention of poisonings involving the people of Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
Recommended Videos
How To's of Asthma Devices by Childrens Hospital Boston
Asthma Gadgets: How to Use a Spacer without a Mask. There are 2 major techniques when using a tube spacer. The choice depends on whether the spacer is being used with a mask (for infants and toddlers) or without a mask. This video demonstrates the proper use of the spacer without a mask.
Spacer without Mask from Healthy Children on Vimeo.
Babies and Nebulizer Treatments. Getting babies to sit still during nebulizer treatments can be challenging. This mesmerizing, 10-minute video calms and reassures little ones by turning their attention to other babies doing the same things they do. A real anxiety reliever for everyone! For more information visit the AANMA at http://www.aanma.org/