Parenting
Parenting is a very rewarding experience, but there are times when any parent may want to seek guidance on issues related to raising children. Below are some resources that you might find helpful. Please contact the Mass General Brigham Employee Assistance Program at 866-724-4327 if you need further assistance.
EAP News Articles
- Helping Adolescents Manage Anxiety
- Young People are at High Risk for Opioid-Related Overdose
- Navigating the Education System when your Child has Dyslexia or other Learning Disability
- Understanding Student Financing and the Impact of the Pandemic on Loans
EAP Parenting Webinars
Baby Formula Shortage Assistance
The baby formula shortage is understandably creating anxiety for parents. Hopefully the problem will be resolved in the near future. In the meantime, below are some resources that you might find helpful.
- HealthyChildren.org – Guidance for the Baby Formula Shortage
- Parents – Options for Parents around the Baby Formula Shortage
- Very Well Family – How to Get Free Baby Formula Samples
- WIC Program
- Breast Feeding Supports
Monthly Zoom meetings that allow mothers to share and learn with their colleagues, no matter the age of their children. During each session, experts share information, leaving plenty of time for questions and discussion. Mothers are welcome to join and leave the session as their schedule allows. If you’re interested in joining a session, or receiving more information about the Mothers’ Group, please email Joan Sapir: jsapir@partners.org. Please note: meeting updates and any materials (if any), will be distributed by Joan.
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- InfoAboutKids.Org – Promoting Healthy Child and Family Development through Science-Based Information
- Think:Kids – How to Approach Challenging Behaviors
- Nature and Thrive Blog – Raise Children with Big Hearts and Strong Minds
- PBS Kids for Parents – Raising Kids who Thrive
- Center for Parent & Teen Communication
- Big Sister, Big Brother of Eastern MA – Empowering Kids to Thrive Through Mentoring – English/Spanish
- Parental Leave
– Ask my HR phone: 833-275-6947
– Email: askmyhr@partners.org
– Leave of Absence – Dashboard – Leave of Absence (service-now.com) - Working Mother – Preparing for Maternity Leave
- The Mom Project – Returning from Maternity Leave Checklist
Dealing with a mental health or substance misuse issue with kids can seem overwhelming. Below we offer some resources. If you think your child might need professional help, visit our section on getting a referral.
Teen Peer Support Resources
Innerbody – A Guide to Helping your Children with Mental Health Issues
Suicide Prevention
General
- 988 Lifeline – Suicide and Youth
– Dial or Chat - The Jed Foundation – Understanding Suicide
- American Society for the Prevention of Suicide – What Parents Should Know
- American Academy of Pediatrics – Youth Suicide: Risk Factors, Protective Factors & Warning Signs
- American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry -Suicide Safety – Precautions at Home
LGBTQ+
- The Trevor Project – Suicide & LGBTQ+ Youth
1-866-488-7386 & Chat
Text “START” to 678-678
Supports for Bullying and Social Media
- Stopbullying.Gov – How to Prevent Bullying
- Kids Health – Cyber-Bullying
- Stopbullying. GOV – Cyberbullying
- 988 Lifeline – Suicide Support on Social Media
Depression
Anxiety
ADHD
Autism
- MGH Lurie Center for Autism – Main Program Website
- MGH Lurie Center for Autism – Helpful Community Resources
Eating Disorders
Emotional Health
As is the case with adults, kids can benefit from maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Things such as getting enough sleep and eating well can help kids to thrive in school and activities, and minimize stress.
General Information
- MGH Clay Center – Learning and Attention Issues
- MGH Clay Center – Understanding Learning Disabilities
- Understood.org or download the Wunder app for iPhone
- MGH Clay Center – Dyslexia 101
- ADHD
- Massachusetts Advocates for Children – Special Education Resources
- Mass.Gov – Special Education Resources for Massachusetts Parents
- SPED Child – ADD/ADHD & Learning Disability Events in Massachusetts
Understanding Evaluations
- From the MGH Clay Center
How to Get a Core Evaluation Completed through your School District
Pros and Cons of a Private Clinic Versus Public School Evaluation
When is an Evaluation Covered by Insurance
Testing Options within MGB
- MGH Learning & Emotional Assessment Program (Leap)
- MGH Lurie Center: Psychological & Educational Services (for Lurie Center patients)
- Salem Hospital Neurodevelopmental Clinic
Understanding Learning Plans
- Understood – Understanding IEPs
- Understood – Anatomy of an IEP
- Understood – My Child’s IEP Isn’t Working – Now What?
- MGH Clay Center – What is Section 504 Plan
- Understood – Chart comparison between an IEP and a 504 Plan
- Massachusetts Advocates for Children – Individual Advocacy for Eligible Families
Tutoring & at-home Learning Supports
summer camps now
Get a jump on school breaks and save big on summer camps through your Mass General Brigham Bright Horizons Back-Up Care™ benefit. Your child can enjoy activities such as crafts, science projects, music and more, and you’ll be able to focus during busy workweeks.
Now booking for February break (Feb. 20 to 24):
• Steve & Kate’s Camp in Somerville
• Empow Studios at Lexington Studio
• Empow Studios Newton
See available camp programs:
Visit Bright Horizons and login through the Back-Up Child Care tile. Select Camps Only when looking to find a camp in your area.
School-age back-up care is also available at:
• Brigham and Women’s Hospital Backup Child Care Center
• Massachusetts General Hospital Backup Child Care Center
• And many other Bright Horizons® centers nationwide
