General Child Care

Information on health care, nutrition, education, and selecting the right child care for your family.
   
  Child Care Aware - Resources for parents on selecting a child care provider.  This program is funded by the National Association of Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies. 

Childcare.gov - Your official source for all U.S. government child care information.

Child Welfare League of America - Raising awareness for children

“5 Steps to Choosing Quality Child Care” - A list of child care qualifications to help you find the right provider - from Child Care Aware.

Kidshealth.org - From medical experts of the Nemours Foundation.

National Association for the Education of Young Children - Information for educators and parents including articles and book recommendations.

National Child Care Information Center - A national clearinghouse for information on child care and education information.

National Network for Child Care - Access articles and resources on child care.

Nutrition Information for Parents - Nutrition guidelines for home and school from the United States Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Service.
   
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  • General Child Care - Research child care information including nutrition and selecting the best child care for your family.
  • Adoption & Foster Care - If you are considering adoption or foster care, visit these authoritative sites for helpful information.  Locate legal information regarding adoption as well as personal stories.  Learn about the adoption or foster process and what is the right choice for you.
  • Child Abuse/Missing Children/Child Safety - Learn how to keep your children safe at home, at school, in the car, and online.
  • Child Health - Find resources that will help you keep your child happy and healthy. Find information related to child health including growth charts, immunization information, symptoms, treatment, and pediatrician information.
  • Education - Learn about education tips for helping children cope with going back to school, learning challenges, and doing homework.