Video Resources
From Community Experts Boston Children’s Hospital explores the basics of newborn well visits and child safety!
WIC debunks myths about breastfeeding and bringing home a newborn.
Massachusetts Department of Public Health goes over local parenting supports and child development resources!
Boston Children’s Hospital explores the basics of newborn well visits and child safety!
WIC debunks myths about breastfeeding and bringing home a newborn.
Massachusetts Department of Public Health goes over local parenting supports and child development resources!
Tufts Health Insurance cover family and community resources.
We’re joined by Raising a Reader MA to celebrate reading with children!
Resources for Pregnancy

The months leading up to your new baby’s arrival can be exciting and overwhelming. Finding the right resources can help you navigate your pregnancy and prepare for life with a new baby. Check out the links below for useful information on everything from maternal healthcare, breastfeeding, safety, nutrition, and more.
Basic Needs to Support You and Your New Baby

Many community resources are available to support you and your baby as you begin your new life together. These include food and housing assistance, basic supplies, and health insurance. Find out more at the links.
Massachusetts WIC
MA Department of Transitional Assistance
MA SNAP (formerly food stamps)
Diaper pantries
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MA Health Insurance Sign Up or Call 877-623-6765Office of housing stability
Resources to Help Keep Your Child Safe and Healthy

From proper use of cars to safe sleep, injury prevention and well-baby checkups, these resources provide helpful information to support you in ensuring your baby’s health and safety.
Resources to Support YOU in Your Role as Caregiver

Parenting can be stressful. As you care for your baby, be sure to take care of yourself as well. These resources can help.
Resources to Help Your Baby Learn and Grow

You want your baby to thrive. Check out the links below to learn about developmental milestones and brain-building activities, connect with quality childcare providers and developmental screening resources, find fun and educational activities near you, and discover a wealth of family resources in your community.
MA Early Intervention – for concerns about your child’s development
CCR&R
EEC Licensed Childcare Search
Find a Head Start program near you
The Basics
VROOM
MA Act Early child development information
CDC Child Development Milestones
Find Your Local Public Library
Boston Children’s Museum
Raising a Reader Massachusetts
Coordinated Family & Community Engagement (CFCE)
Zero to Three
Brain Building in Progress