Resources — Mother&Child

We work to inspire people to help themselves, to be forever resilient.

Our partnerships enable these resources

2-1-1

Connecting people with health and social service organizations

Phone: Dial 2-1-1 from service area OR call the toll-free alternative number 866-698-6155

Street Roots — Rose City Resource Guide

Comprehensive list of services for people experiencing homelessness and poverty in Multnomah, Washington, and Clackamas counties. Call 503-228-5657

Online Resources

Global Health Media — Breastfeeding Videos

Global Health Media has videos covering critical topics in global health, including an 18 video breastfeeding series that provides important information and techniques for breastfeeding success.

Ameda — Milk101

Ameda Milk101 is a digital library for everything related to breastfeeding and pumping. Milk101 has educational material that is written by mothers and lactation consultants, and videos that discuss foundations of breastfeeding and how to pump.

The Boob Group Podcast

The parents on Demand website features “The Boob Group,” where a group of experienced mothers discuss their successes, struggles and society’s impact

United States Lactation Consultant Association (USLCA)

A trusted source for continuing education and professional development involving lactation. This website includes lactation periodicals, membership opportunities, access to webinars, and other lactation-related events and/or resources.

In-person Resources

Natural Latch

Organization housing three lactation consultants. OHP families are able to schedule discounted visits to the Alma Birth Center every Friday for lactation consultation. Call or go online to book an appointment. Call 971-279-7563

Julia Vaara, IBCLC, CPD, MA

Lactation Consultant offering breastfeeding, and new family support. Call 360-393-9845

Information on Breast Pumps

Providence Health Care System

The Home Medical Equipment team at Providence provides education, guidance and hands-on service so you get the most out of your home medical equipment, including breast pumps.

Getting a Breast Pump Using Insurance

Ameda Pump

Spectra Pump

Recycling your Breast Pump

Medela Recycling Program

Car Seats & Car Seat Safety

Car and Street Safety

Includes evidence-based information on Oregon state-wide car seat laws, safety measures and practices. The site also has resources as to where to attend a free car seat safety check event and information on car seat safety in children with disabilities.

Mayo Clinic — Car seat Safety, Avoid 9 Common Mistakes (article)

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Information on how to know what seat is most appropriate for children based on size, age, Oregon Law, and descriptions of what each type of car seats there are.

Oregon Impact

Oregon Impact offers educational opportunities to learn safe car seat practices and information on how to get car seats for a reduced cost.

Governors Highway Safety Association

This website includes up-to-date laws and policies for child passenger safety in each state.

Peace Health — Car Seat Classes & Clinic

Come learn the basics of car seat buying, installing and using. Bring your car seat to be inspected by nationally-certified technicians; they will inspect it for correct size and model, recalls, and proper installation.
Call 360-608-4136

Resources for Dads

Squires

Founded from a father, who at the time, was young and found that there were few resources for not just young dads, but dads in general. Squires is a great resource to connect with dads, find more information that help support the father during fatherhood.

National Fatherhood Initiative

The highest quality and widest range of responsible fatherhood skill-building resources,
programs, training, and technical assistance available.

Every child deserves a 24/7 Dad!

Portland New Fathers Meet Up

Are you realizing that parenthood isn't quite what you expected? Need some tools to help get you through the rough spots? Wonder what's up with this baby, and your partner? This is the group for you. Come meet other new and soon-to-be parents in a casual environment where you can ask questions—the real questions—and get answers.

Boot Camp for New Dads

As the only national organization focused on new fathers, we have a responsibility to support others who want to help prepare men to be the dads. Starting with childbirth educators, our partners since inception, we are building resource centers to support the practitioners and organizations who share our mission.