Resources and Web Links
The following is a brief list of telephone numbers and websites that may be helpful. For more information regarding other classes or referrals, contact Newborn Connections at (415) 600-BABY (2229).
Breastfeeding/Breast Health
California Pacific Medical Center's Newborn Connections: (415) 600-BABY(2229)
Breast Health Services
California Pacific Medical Center
(Individualized instruction in self-breast examination)
415-750-6474
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La Leche League of Northern CaliforniaOpens new window
La Leche League International, Inc.Opens new window
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Childcare
Choosing Childcare Class
California Pacific Medical Center's Newborn Connections: (415) 600-BABY
Trustline (California Registry of in-home childcare providers)
Phone: 800-822-8490
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Circumcision Information
American Academy of Pediatrics, HealthyChildren.org
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Exercise Programs
Prenatal Fitness and Prenatal Yoga at Newborn Connections
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General Health Information
Community Health Resource Center
(415) 923-3155
2100 Webster Street
San Francisco, CA 94115
Learning About Your Health
Health information from California Pacific Medical Center
American Academy of Pediatrics, HealthyChildren.org
MedlinePlus
Health information from the National Library of Medicine with hundreds of topics in over 40 languages
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Immunization Information
Discuss with your pediatric care provider any concerns you may have about vaccines.
American Academy of Pediatrics, HealthyChildren.org
CTIS
California Teratogen Information Service, Pregnancy Risk Information
(800) 532-3749
Center for Disease Control
National Vaccine Information Center
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Infant/Child Safety
California Poison Control System; Poisoning Emergencies (24 hours) : (800) 876-4766
Consumer Product Safety Commission (includes car seat safety information): (800) 638-2772
National Lead Information Center: (800) 424-LEAD
National Pesticide Network Hotline: (800) 858-7378
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA): 800-321-OSHA
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Nutrition
American Dietetic Association Consumer Hotline: (800) 366-1655
American Academy of Pediatrics, HealthyChildren.org
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Support Groups/Counseling
Asian Perinatal Advocates
Childhelp Hotline (prevention and treatment of child abuse): 800-4-A-CHILD
Compassionate Friends, Inc. (support after the death of a child): 877-969-0010
First Candle
Formerly SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) Alliance: (800) 221-SIDS
National Organization of Mothers of Twins Clubs, Inc
National Organization of Single Mothers
New Parents' Groups: (415) 600-BABY
Newborn Connections
California Pacific Medical Center
Parent's Place: (415) 359-2454
Jewish Family and Children Services
Single Parent Network
Support for Families of Children with Disabilities: (415) 282-7494
TALK Line Family Support Center: 415-441-KIDS (441-5437)
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