Newmom.me resource guide

This material, developed by Dr. Jane Morton, former director of the Breastfeeding Medicine Program at Stanford University is a great resource to learn about fundamental prinicples of an effective latch and how a mother can facilitate the process of latching on.

Have questions about about breast-feeding and formula-feeding?. This article from Mayo Clinic helps answers questions about Breast-feeding vs. formula-feeding, combining breast-feeding and formula-feed and much more.

Breastmilk provides the healthy start your baby needs. This article by OWH talks about health problems which can make it harder for babies to breastfeed.

Read this article by Healthline on how to breastfeed after C- section.

Read this article by La Leche League on how to initiate and continue breastfeeding after C- section.

Read this article by healthychildren.org on how to breastfeed after cesarean delivery.

Lots of moms have questions about drinking alcohol when they are breastfeeding. This article from Mayo Clinic shares information about do's and don'ts of drinking alcohol while breastfeeding.

This article by APA offers tips on causes, treatment and prevention of Jaundice in newborns.

Read this article by John Hopkins about things that may cause a delay of your milk coming in.

This article from CDC talks about breastfeeding and exposure to environmental and chemical exposures.

Read this article from Mayo Clinic to learn about how breastfeeding impacts weight loss and how you can focus on making healthy choices for weight loss.

Learn about your rights to breastfeed your baby wherever and whenever your baby is hungry from this article by OWH (Office on Women's Health). OWH coordinates women's health efforts across HHS and addresses critical women's health issues by informing and advancing policies, educating health care professionals and consumers, and supporting innovative programs.

Have questions on how to breastfeed multiples, after adoption or after breast surgery. This article from OWH offers answers to your questions .

Good nutrition for the mother during pregnancy and breastfeeding is important to support the health of both the mother and her infant. This article from CDC talks about diet and important micronutrients for breastfeeding moms.

Watch this slideshow from Mayo Clinic to learn about various breastfeeding positions. Great article with pictures and demonstrations.

Great article by Mayo Clinic on causes and management of breastfeeding strikes.

Breastmilk offers many benefits to the high-risk newborn. This article from Stanford Children's Health offers guidance on how to breastfeed your premature baby.

Are you looking to buy or rent a breast pump, but don't know where to start. This article from Mayo Clinic can help you decide which type of breast pump is best for you.

Read this article by Cleveland Clinic on the benefits of colostrum and stages of breast milk.

Breastfeeding can be challenging in early days, but good support can help you meet your goals. This article from OWH highlights common breastfeeding challenges and how to address them.

If you cannot nurse or pump, donor breast milk may be available from your hospital or local milk bank. This article from American Pregnancy Association talks about benefits of donor milk, safety of donated milk and how to obtain or donate breastmilk.

A great resource containing information on drugs and other chemicals to which breastfeeding mothers may be exposed. In case of any questions about on the levels of such substances in breast milk and infant blood, and the possible adverse effects in the nursing infant, always consult with your medical provider.

Tips on bottle-feeding in this article by CDC to help feed your baby breast milk or infant formula from a bottle.

Not having the correct flange size could impact your milk flow and other breast issues. Read this article from Motif on how to find the correct breast pump flange size.

Watch this video from Stanford Medicine, specially designed to empower expectant mothers to breastfeed their babies successfully.

Read this article from ACOG about what to know if you don’t feel connected right away with your Newborn.

Check out CDC’s Hear Her Campaign which seeks to raise awareness of urgent maternal warning signs during and after pregnancy and improve communication between patients and their healthcare providers.

Article by Kaiser Permanente on how to take care of incision after cesarean birth.

Read this article from ACOG to by an ob-gyn where he talks about postpartum preeclampsia, hemorrhage, and endometritis.

This article from Mayo Clinic shares strategies to fit more sleep into your days and nights as a new parent.

Read this article from ACOG where an ob-gyn discusses common prolapse symptoms and treatment options.

Read this article from Mayo Clinic experts on how to tackle some of the most common questions regarding postpartum weight loss.

Read this article from Mayo Clinic to understand how to take care of yourself and your baby during C-section recovery.

Read this article from OWH on how new mothers can take special care of their bodies after giving birth and while breastfeeding.

Read this article from Mayo Clinic on if it is safe to eat placenta?

Have questions about when to resume sex after childbirth? This article from APA offers guidance on most common questions about when and how to resume sex after childbirth.

Proper care during Postpartum period is crucial for new mother's recovery. Read this article from Stanford Children's Health on how to take care of new moms.

This article from ACOG explains how ob-gyns can help new moms with recovery after childbirth.

This article from Mayo Clinic offers 10 practical tips to parents of newborn to keep stress under control.

This article by healthychildren.org informs about AAP'S set of comprehensive health guidelines for well-child care visits.

This article by raisingchildren.net.au gives step by step guidance on baby massage.

Read this article from OWH about what newborns look like, medical care and how to bond with your baby.

Read this article by Mayo Clinic to learn about uneven head shape and how to care for flat spots.

Read this article by healthychildren.org on how to safely give baby sponge and regular bath.

This article by healthychildren.org offers suggestions that may help your baby (and you) sleep better at night.

This article by Mayo Clinic offers information about major infant development milestones from birth to 3 months.

This slideshow by Mayo Clinic provides a visual tour of common birthmarks.

Read this article from Healthline on more scoop about your newborn's poop.

Do you know that you can download CDC’s Milestone Tracker App to track your child’s milestones from age 2 months to 5 years with CDC’s easy-to-use illustrated checklists; get tips for your child’s development; and find out what to do if you are ever concerned about how your child is developing.

Read this article from Mayo Clinic to understand 9 common mistakes parents make when installing and using car seats.

Read this article from Mayo Clinic on how to care for your baby's uncircumcised penis.

Read this article by healthychildren.org to learn about how to care for a premature baby as a parent.

You can use this assessment tool by CDC to learn which vaccines your child may need.

This article by healthychildren.org provides information about symptoms, causes and tips on how to relieve colic symptoms in babies.

Read this article by Mayo Clinic to get answers to most common questions about number of naps, best way to ease your baby into nap time and much more.

This article by healthychildren.org shares information on some of the developmental milestones your child should reach by three months of age.

Read this article from Mayo Clinic to understand the pros and cons of giving pacifier to your baby.

Read this recommended feeding guide for the first year of your child in this article by Stanford Children's Health.

From healthychildren.org - Here is a list of the fellows of the American Academy of Pediatrics (FAAPs) to see children who are traveling to their city.

Read this article from AHRQ on giving medicines and feeding if your baby has a gastrostomy tube.

Read this article from AHRQ on how to give your baby oral medicines.

Read this article by healthychildren.org to learn about some of the most common conditions that occur in premature infants.

Check out this article on products like baby carries and swaddles deemed “hip-healthy” by the International Hip Dysplasia Institute.

This article by American Dental Association offers guidance on ways to prevent kids’ tooth decay.

Read this article by healthychildren.org to learn various styles of crawling your baby might adopt.

Read this article by pathways.org on 14 tips to baby proof your home.

This article by ADA offers insights into causes and prevention of baby bottle tooth decay.

This article by ADA offers insights into when do baby teeth come in and how to take care of them.

This article by American Dental Association offers guidance on when to schedule your baby's first dental visit.

Read this article by healthychildren.org on 5 bathroom safety tips for infants & young children

This article by healthychildren.org shares information 3 common reasons for bed wetting & what families can do.

Read this article by healthychildren.org on how to childproof your home for poisons.

This article by American Dental Association offers guidance on how and when to start cleaning your baby’s mouth.

Check out this article by healthychildren.org, offering great feeding and nutrition tips for your 1 year old.

This article by healthychildren.org provides feeding & nutrition tips for 1 year old children.

This article by CDC provides information about when, what and how to introduce solid foods, how much to feed and what foods and drinks to avoid for 6 to 24 months old.

This article by healthychildren.org on tips to choose safe and appropriate toys for your child.

This article by ADA offers information about how to care for your child's teeth.

Read this article by Mayo Clinic to learn the signs a baby might have infant constipation.

This article by Stanford Children's Health offers guidance on feeding tips for your child.

This article by healthychildren.org provides information about how a baby's vision develops during the first year of life.

Planning to travel with your baby? Read this article from Mayo Clinic to be aware of things you should consider before traveling with your infant.

Read this article by pathways.org to learn how to keep baby cool, hydrated and safe in the summer months.

Read this article from CDC to help understand how to start healthy mealtime patterns for your child and promote healthy habits in the future.

Watch this video by healthychildren.org on how to practice medicine safety for your kids.

Watch this video by pathways.org to help your child get ready to use utensils.

This article by CDC and video by AAP( American Academy of Pediatrics) offers information about picky eaters and what to do.

Read this article by CDC for positive parenting tips for middle Childhood (6-8 years of age)

Looking to buy a crib but not sure what to look for? Read this crib buying guide from Consumer Reports.

Read this article by CDC to learn what parents and caregivers can do to help babies sleep safely.

Check out this PDF by NIH with images showing a safe infant sleep environment for babies.

This article by Stanford Children's Health offers guidance to parents on how to choose child care for breastfed infant.

This article from OWH tips and resources for parents to help find the childcare.

Read this article by UNICEF on how to handle returning to work as a new mother.

Read this article by HBR on how to re-enter work force after parental leave.

This article by The New York Times offers great tips on how to tell your boss you’re pregnant.

This article by APA offers tips to help you succeed in your work-from-home position while providing the best care for your infant.

This article by The New York Times offers great tips on how to know your pregnancy rights at work.

Read this article by healthychildren.org on how taking care of yourself makes you a better mom.

Chats for Dads - First Monday of each Month from PSI

Read this article by healthychildren.org on most common questions about depression & anxiety during pregnancy & after birth.

Read this article by healthychildren.org on how dads can get depression during and after pregnancy.

Read this article by UCLA Health on how early identification and treatment of women with postpartum depression are essential to the well-being of both mother and child.

This article from postpartumdepression.org talks about the number of factors that can determine the postpartum depression timeline towards recovery.

This tool from PSI can help track your symptoms of depression and anxiety and discuss them with your medical provider.

Read this article from PSI about perinatal mood & anxiety disorders and how to get help.

This article from American Psychiatric Association talks about risks, treatments and how families can provide support for peripartum depression.

This article from Mayo Clinic talks about postpartum depression symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment.

This handout from HRSA offers great information to women and their families about perinatal depression.

This article from National Institutes of Health talks about how longer screening periods after birth may be needed to help more women with postpartum depression.

This article from OWH offers information on postpartum depression, blues, psychosis and treatment options

New dad? Find out how to deal with the difficulties of parenthood in this article from Mayo Clinic.