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Helpful Links

BabyzoneBabyzone
http://www.babyzone.com/  
Premier online destination for highly personalized and localized parenting content and tools.

California Teratogen Information Service (CTIS)Leading to Reading
http://ctispregnancy.org/
The Pregnancy Health Information Line is a statewide service operated by the California Teratogen Information Service (CTIS). The service provides FREE information to pregnant and and breastfeeding women about chemical and environmental exposures that may be harmful for their baby’s health.

The Committee for Hispanic Children and FamiliesThe Committee for Hispanic Children and Families
http://www.chcfinc.org/  
Through educational and health programs, trainings and services, CHCF provides families with the skills and information they need to raise healthy children, to make sure those children are well cared for and have what they need to succeed in life.

County of San Diego Health and Human ServicesCounty of San Diego Health and Human Services
http://www.sdcounty.ca.gov/hhsa/programs/cs/
The County of San Diego has historically made every effort to protect, serve and enrich the children in our region. Here you will find an array of services dedicated to promoting healthy, happy and opportunity-filled lives for every child.

First SignsFirst Signs
http://www.firstsigns.org/  
The First Signs Web site provides information on a wide range of developmental issues, including information on screening and referrals and treatments for autism spectrum disorders.

Fussy Babies NetworkFussy Babies Network
http://www.fussybabynetwork.org/  
Offering support for families with a baby who is fussy, crying excessively, or has difficulties with sleeping or feeding. Visit this site if you have questions or concerns, or feel exhausted and overwhelmed by chronic crying.

iVillageiVillage
http://parenting.ivillage.com/  
iVillage allows women around the world to connect, share ideas, and seek advice and support about everything from parenting to health tips.

Kids Off the CouchKids Off The Couch
http://www.kidsoffthecouch.com/  
Kids Off the Couch is a free, weekly e-mail that provides families with fresh ideas for getting kids off the couch and into their city. Their secret formula? A bowl of popcorn and a memorable movie. Like a spoonful of sugar, the magic of a good film will lure kids to cultural outings that are more than typical kid fare.

Leading to ReadingLeading to Reading
http://www.rif.org/leadingtoreading/en/  
RIF’s Leading to Reading is where children discover the joy of reading and parents enjoy the journey.

March of Dimes
March of Dimes
http://www.marchofdimes.com/    
Working to help mothers have full-term pregnancies and research the problems that threaten the health of babies.

National Children’s Oral Health Foundation
http://www.ncohf.org/
National Children’s Oral Health Foundation mission is to eliminate pediatric oral disease and promote overall health and well being for millions of children from vulnerable populations.

The New Children's MuseumThe New Children's Museum
www.thinkplaycreate.org
The New Children's Museum provides a dynamic, playful public space and community center for children and families—a place to experience exciting art exhibitions, hands-on studio projects, performances, birthday parties, in-depth classes, camps and educational programs.
 

Potter Loves WaterPotter Loves Water
http://www.potterloveswater.com/  
Potter the Otter is the champion for water and the mascot for the ReThink Your Drink campaign. The annual Rethink Your Drink campaign encourages families to "rethink their drink" and drink water instead of sugar-sweetened beverages such as sodas, sports drinks, juice blends, punch and even 100% juice.
 

Project ABCProject ABC
http://projectabc-la.org/  
Project ABC is designed to create a system of care for young children who are in need of mental health services in the Los Angeles area. The goal is ensure that children 0-5 years old have access to mental health services that are family-centered, strength-based, and culturally competent.
 

Re Spectrum Community
http://respectrum.org/  
Re Spectrum Community is developed to assist and guide families in creating change, both within their immediate families and among the autism community, through therapeutic support, recreation, and community activities for the whole family. 
 

San Diego County Breastfeeding Coalition - Working and Breastfeeding Resources San Diego County Breastfeeding Coalition - Working and Breastfeeding Resources
http://breastfeeding.org/working-breastfeeding.php  
Breastfeeding resources for working mothers and employers. 
 

San Diego County LibraryLeading to Reading
http://www.sdcl.org/  
Informed, Literate, and Engaged Communities.

San Diego Family Magazine   San Diego Family Magazine
http://www.sandiegofamily.com/ 
A community resource for parents and families in San Diego County.

Supportive Parents Information Network (SPIN)
http://www.spinsandiego.org/
Helps low-income families achieve self-sufficiency by removing the obstacles that stand between them and their ability to fully participate in the social, economic and civic life of the community.

Thrive San Diego – IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program
http://www.thrivesandiego.org/index_files/aboutvita.htm
Free tax preparation for low- to moderate-income (generally, $49,000 and below) individuals and families.  One of the goals is to increase participation in the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and link clients to other public benefits.

Very best babyVery best baby
http://www.verybestbaby.com/  
What's the best way to soothe your baby? Or give her a bath? Or pick him up for the very first time? There are a million things moms want to know. The experts at the Very best baby resource center can help.

ZERO TO THREEZERO TO THREE
http://www.zerotothree.org/site/PageServer  
Zero to Three supports the healthy development and well-being of infants, toddlers and their families.

Childcare Resources Kids Off The Couch
The YMCA Childcare Resource Service is San Diego's source for low or no cost childcare programs in San Diego.  Visit www.crs.ymca.org or call 1-800-481-2151.