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 Articles
February 2021
Understanding Teen Dating Violence and How to Offer or Get Help
March 2021
EAP Article – Helping Children Cope with COVID-19 Stress and Pandemic Transitions
May 2021
EAP Article – Understanding Student Financing and the Impact of the Pandemic on Loans
Vaccine Article
Cleveland Clinic – Talking to Kids about the Vaccine
- InfoAboutKids.Org – Promoting Healthy Child and Family Development through Science-Based Information
- Nature and Thrive Blog – Raise Children with Big Hearts and Strong Minds
- PBS Kids for Parents – Raising Kids who Thrive
- Big Sister, Big Brother of Eastern MA – Empowering Kids to Thrive Through Mentoring – English/Spanish
- EAP Lactation Resources for Working Mothers
- Kelly Mom
- EAP Webinars on Lactation:
Working and Breastfeeding
October 14, 2021 12:00 PM
Register here
Presented by Sarah McNamara, LCCE, CLE
Childbirth and Lactation Educator, Prenatal Education Coordinator
Depression
Anxiety
ADHD
Autism
- MGH Lurie Center for Autism – Main Program Website
- MGH Lurie Center for Autism – Helpful Community Resources
Eating Disorders
Emotional Health
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
At-home Learning Supports
