It is hard enough being a new parent in itself, but living in a
new area can make you feel isolated. Help is available to assist new
parents in coping with any problems that may arise. Parenting
education is available at the family Support Center. Contact the
Family Advocacy Manager at (305)-437-2665 for information. The following is a
list of organizations to help new or expectant parents in the
area.
Broward County:
Special Needs Children/Parenting
Group, 954-768-8946 For parents of children birth to age 3 with
special needs.
Baby Talk
Hotline, 954-978-4390, 954-978-4350 A 24-hour hotline
manned by a specialized nursing staff.
Amanda the Panda
Newsletter, 954-765-6259 Offered through the School Board of Broward
County. Provides parenting education and child development
information to new parents. Call to request monthly
newsletter.
Amanda's Place A parenting support and play group, through
the School Board of Broward County. Day and evening groups available
for moms and kids to 3 years; an evening group for Dads and children ages 1-3
years. Cost is on a sliding fee scale depending on income: Pompano,
Multi Purpose Center,
954-786-7618 Fort Lauderdale, Dillard High School, 954-797-4841
Sunrise, Piper High
School, 954-572-1318
Weston, Tequesta Trace Middle School, 954-384-5187
Dade
County:
Women's Parenting Group, 305-445-0555 Jewish Family
Service of Greater Miami.
Baby
Care, 305-835-6165, 305-598-5981
Sidelines of South
Florida, 305-270-3335 For moms experiencing a high-risk pregnancy,
offers support, peer counseling, high-risk educations/informational materials,
patient advocacy. Serving Tri-county area.
Special Needs
Children/Parenting Group, 305-285-2770 VBAC, vaginal birth after
Cesarean support and information group.
Parent Effectiveness
Training 800-628-1197
Active Parenting 800-825-0060, ext.
122.