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
- Teens and Young Adults are at High-risk for Online Scams
- Helping Parents & Kids Face the Challenges of Bullying
- Understanding Postpartum Mental Health
- 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
EAP Parenting Programing
Expert advice on breastfeeding to challenges with children of all ages
EAP Virtual Support Groups
To Register:
Email Joan Sapir: jsapir@partners.org
Monthly Zoom meetings (12:00pm, every 2nd Wed) that allow mothers to share and learn with their colleagues, no matter the age of their children. During each session, experts share information, leaving time for questions and discussion. Participants are welcome to join the session as their schedule allows.
To Register:
Email Joan Sapir: jsapir@partners.org
A virtual support group for moms who are divorced or are in the middle of separation and divorce. Meetings, which attendees view as confidential, occasionally include experts—attorneys, mental health professionals, EAP staff—and most often are devoted to sharing, mutual support, and problem solving.
- 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.
Depression
Suicide Prevention
- 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 – Risks & Warning Signs
- American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry -Suicide Safety
- The Trevor Project – Suicide & LGBTQ+ Youth
1-866-488-7386 & Chat
Text “START” to 678-678
Anxiety
ADHD
Autism
- MGH Lurie Center for Autism – Main Program Website
- MGH Lurie Center for Autism – Helpful Community Resources
Eating Disorders
Teen Peer Support Resources
- Your Life, Your Voice
Call 800-448-3000 or text VOICE to 20121 - Teen Line
Call 800-852-8336 or text TEEN to 839863 - Give us the Floor -LGBTQ+ Teens
General Information
- MGH – Addiction Recovery Management Service
- McLean – Information on Teen Addiction
- Partnership for Drug-Free Kids – Navigating the Drug Treatment System
Specific Addictions
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
Fertility Supports
- Resolve New England – Infertility Supports and Resources
- Empty Arms Bereavement
- Assisted Fertility – Egg Donor Services (Boston)*
Adoption Resources
General
- Adoption Journeys of Massachusetts
- Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE)
- Massachusetts Department of Children and Families (No Fee Adoptions)
- Adoption Community of New England
- Boston Post Adoption Resources
Private*
*The EAP does not specifically endorse any private agency
