Resources for Working Parents During COVID-19

As we head into more days of uncertainty I wanted to make sure that anyone who was searching for resources could find them.

Below I have compiled a large array of services, activities, and information. These are not endorsements or an exhaustive list but simply a list of well respected and evidence based sources to help those in need during this extended time at home!

Enjoy,

Liz

Resources:

FAMILY FUN AT HOME

• Story Time with Amy Godfrey amykgodfrey.com– Story time on Instagram Live @storytimedurham

• Cincinnati Zoo- “Home Safari” every day at 3pm on Facebook Live www.facebook.com/pg/cincinnatizoo

• #Operationstorytime- Famous people reading children’s books online. Details and links here

• Virtual Storytime with Pete the Cat- https://www.instagram.com/petethecatofficial/

• Virtual Art Class- Mo Willems is doing a cartoon/doodle activity every day at 1 pm - with downloadable activity for kids to do their own art afterwards. https://www.kennedy-center.org/education/mo-willems/

PARENTING INFO AND GROUPS: ONLINE

• The Working Mama Collective- Free support group work moms 

• Bright by Text brightbytext.org - Free developmental games and info by text message in English or Spanish

• Fostering Families www.fosteringfam.org/resources - Support groups and resources for foster and adoptive families

• New Mom Health newmomhealth.com – A hub of evidence-based, reality-centered postpartum health information

• Postpartum Support International- Phone and text support and online groups are available to pregnant women, new moms, and their partners. Go to https://www.postpartum.net/get-help/psi-online-support-meetings/ to sign up.

• Triple P Positive Parenting www.triplep-parenting.com -Positive discipline info online and free in-home consults

• Zero To Threewww.zerotothree.org/parenting-resources - Parent resources, including a monthly email on development 

BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT:

• Exclusive Pumping Mamas Facebook support group for exclusive pumpers

• Global Health Media globalhealthmedia.org/videosVideos on breastfeeding, nutrition and infant care

• Infant Risk Center www.infantrisk.com Evidence based info about medications in milk. Call (806) 352-2519

• Kelly Mom kellymom.com Evidence-based breastfeeding information

• La LecheLeaguewww.lllofnc.orgInformation, support, and encouragement for parents who choose to breastfeed

SUPPORT FOR FATHERS:

• National Center for Fatheringwww.fathers.com Positive fathering information

• National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghousewww.fatherhood.govTips, hints, and programs about fatherhood

• Videos, podcasts, and online support www.daduniversity.com, www.dadsadventure.com, and www.newdadmanual.ca

RELATIONSHIPS & ADJUSTMENT:

• The Gottman Institute facebook.com/gottmaninstitute Relationship/marriage experts with daily tips and ideas

• New Baby Sibling http://www.med.umich.edu/yourchild/topics/newbaby.htm1.TMP Tips and book recommendations for helping older siblings adjust to a new baby

• Love is Respecthttp://www.loveisrespect.org Website and support services to engage, educate and empower young people to prevent and end abusive relationships

HEALTH, SAFETY& DEVELOPMENT:

• Healthy Children www.healthychildren.orgParent resource from American Academy of Pediatrics

• Kids Health www.kidshealth.orgResource about health, behaviors, and development from before birth to teen years

• Safe Kids safekids.orgWebsite with lots of safety tips and information for families

COVID-19 Information and Resources

• Communicating with Childrenhttps://www.flipsnack.com/KeshetChicago/coronavirus-social-story/full-view.html?fbclid=IwAR13F5q6M9T-kr_A8bY9n-3ptljRtxc77TjiSlt80m7bjeRPJCLj6yfcGZg.

• CDC Updates:https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/cases-updates/cases-in-us.html

• Free Internet for K-12 and College students now learning from home: https://corporate.charter.com/newsroom/charter-to-offer-free-access-to-spectrum-broadband-and-wifi-for-60-days-for-new-K12-and-college-student-households-and-more

• Toll Free Helpline to Help Adults Experiencing Distress Regarding Social Distancing: 1-866-578- 4673, Related SAMSHA resource: https://store.samhsa.gov/system/files/sma14-4894.pdf

• National Child Traumatic Stress Network Caregiver Guide to helping families cope   https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.nctsn.org/resources/parent-caregiver-guide-to-helping-families-cope-with-the-coronavirus-disease-2019__;!!OToaGQ!9xkzyP9Lz2wK_xuswtY6tkzy53fc5KQwUQ8o5IzSxMBpfCPJlLM6pj96T0Tk3Mgz$

• Zero To Three Tips for Families: https://www.zerotothree.org/resources/3210-tips-for families-coronavirus

• Sample schedule for families

• Dual Career Couples. Here is how you can manage childcare and working from home during the COVID-19 disruption to regular schedules and routines. 

FOR EMPLOYERS:

• How To Onboard A New Employee When You Are All Working From Home. 

• The Essential Guide To Business Continuity During COVID-19. Here's a brief guide to business continuity

• Work from Home Policies and Strategies