Resources for parents

• InfantRisk Center: The leading research center studying medications, pregnancy, and milk, with opportunities to contribute milk samples and a hotline to answer questions about the safety of medications during pregnancy and lactation.  
• La Leche League USA
• Kellymom: Curated information on topics throughout the breastfeeding journey.
• International Breastfeeding Centre
• Postpartum Support International: International support for the mental health and wellbeing of families throughout pregnancy and postpartum.

Minnesota Lactation: Directory of Minnesota IBCLCs and breastfeeding clinics

La Leche League of Minnesota and the Dakotas: Help available from trained LLL leaders and virtual support groups

Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Breastfeeding: Details about breastfeeding food packages and support available through WIC. Most Minnesotan families with children under 5 qualify for WIC; check your eligibility here.

Minnesota Breastfeeding Coalition: Information for parents and professionals in Minnesota 

• Oklahoma Breastfeeding Hotline: Staffed by breastfeeding experts and available free of charge, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days per year.
• Oklahoma Breastfeeding Resource Center: Provides outpatient lactation services at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center as well as lactation education, advocacy, and support for families and professionals in Oklahoma.
• La Leche League of Oklahoma: Help available from trained LLL leaders and virtual support groups
• Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Breastfeeding: Details about breastfeeding food packages and support available through WIC. Most families in Oklahoma with children under 5 qualify for WIC. Use this prescreening tool to check your eligibility.
• Coalition of Oklahoma Breastfeeding Advocates: Information for parents and professionals in Oklahoma

• CDC: Information on child development
• National WIC website: Learn about the program and where to apply in your area
• Kidshealth.org: Extensive information on all aspects of child and teen health and development from the Nemours Foundation
• The Magic of Everyday Moments: Brain Wonders - Zero To Three Magic of Everyday Moments
• Child Development - Age-Based Tips: This set of age-based handouts include a “what to expect” chart for each age range, frequently asked questions, a research summary, and information about common parenting challenges for each age and stage.
• Baby Talk - Early Life Communication: How to communicate with your baby
• Easing the new sibling transition: What you need to know about explaining your new baby to their big sibling

• Help Me Grow: Provides resources for families to understand developmental milestones and learn if there are concerns and helps families who are seeking additional support or referrals for confidential, no-cost developmental screenings