RESOURCES

Boston Area Resources

Nonviolent Communication Boston

These workshops have helped many people learn more effective and empathetic communication strategies. I feel that Nonviolent Communication is a great tool for talking to children and to other adults such as co-parents, teachers, and babysitters.

Positive Parenting Solutions

This organization provides parenting classes for parents of children of all ages. I participated in a Positive Parenting professional development workshop and found the trainer to be a model example of the approach, as well as sharing tons of practical suggestions.

OTA of Watertown: Sensory Integration Specialists

Children who have trouble navigating using a safe body, cooperating, balancing, using precise finger movements, or seem overly or under-sensitive to sensations may need occupational therapy, or sensory integration support. I trust OTA of Watertown and refer families to them often.

Dr. Martha Markowitz: Child and Family Psychologist, Newton Center, MA, 02459

(617) 858-8348

Dr. Markowitz says: “I approach my work with respect for the struggle that parents or children are experiencing. My goal is to understand and empathically support children as we work towards better understanding the issues at hand.”

Massachusetts & New England Resources

Children's Trust: Strengthening Families

The Children’s Trust is a hub of resources for parents, with contact information for regional services, including family centers, education and support groups, home visiting for parents under the age of 21, and supports for fathers to be actively involved in parenting.

Massachusetts Health and Social Services

State government information on housing assistance, food assistance, health insurance, disability services, LGBTQ resources, and immigrant and refugee resources.

National Services

Parental Stress Hotline: 1-800-632-8188

From their website: “Parents and Trained volunteer counselors who are sympathetic and non-judgmental answer the Parental Stress Line. No problem is too big or too small for a parent to call. We have a translation service.”

The Ellyn Satter Institute

Coaching for parents, workshops for professionals, books, webinars, and other resources to support adults encountering challenges feeding children.