Family Resources
Children Now ( www.childrennow.org )
Children Now is a research and action organization dedicated to assuring that children grow up in economically secure families, where parents can go to work confident that their children are supported by quality health coverage, a positive media environment, a good early education, and safe, enriching activities to do after school. Its website is designed to improve children's lives while at the same time helping America build a sustained commitment to putting children first.
Girl Power (DHHS) ( www.girlpower.gov )
This website was created to help encourage and motivate 9-to 14- year old girls to make the most of their lives. Since girls at 8 or 9 typically have very strong attitudes about their health, GirlPower seeks to reinforce and sustain positive values among girls ages 9 to 14 by targeting health messages to the unique needs, interests, and challenges of girls. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
Health Finder ( www.healthfinder.gov )
Consumer health information web site from the US Government.
The Utah Breastfeeding Coalition ( www.utahbreastfeeding.org )
The Utah Breastfeeding Coalition is a resource for employers and their employees who are breastfeeding and returning to work. Maintaining lactation is a win/win situation with decreased healthcare utilization and costs, decreased absenteeism, increased morale, and improved health. Free consultations available by contacting kathypope@utah.gov.
Business Case for Breastfeeding (http://www.womenshealth.gov/breastfeeding/programs/business-case/index.cfm)
The Business Case for Breastfeeding is a comprehensive program designed to educate employers about the value of supporting breastfeeding employees in the workplace. The program highlights how such support contributes to the success of the entire business. The Business Case for Breastfeeding offers tools to help employers provide worksite lactation support and privacy for breastfeeding mothers to express milk. The program also offers guidance to employees on breastfeeding and working.
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