Resources for Parents and Guardians

 

Advocates for Youth, Parents Sex Ed CenterContains information and resources that can help you to begin talking with your children about sex.
Brockton Family Planning, A Program of Health Imperatives 

Provides high quality, confidential reproductive health care, prevention and education services for women, men and teens in Southeastern Massachusetts. Our mission is to promote and ensure reproductive health care and rights based on the unique needs of the individuals and communities we serve.

Centers for Disease Control (CDC), Parent InformationHere you will find a wealth of information from across all of CDC, covering everything from safety at home and the community to immunization schedules and developmental milestones. Let the CDC's Parent Information site help you keep your child healthy and safe!
Give a Damn CampaignA place to stay informed and be involved about gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender equality
Massachusetts Alliance on Teen PregnancyAdvocates statewide and mobilizes communities to prevent teen pregnancy, to increase opportunities for youth and young parents and to empower young people to make healthy decisions about relationships, sex, parenting, and life
National Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy, Parent PortalIn addition to information, state and national data, resources and links to websites, this site provides tips and advice to help parents talk with their children about their sexual health.
National Responsible Fatherhood ClearinghouseFatherhood.gov is a site for:  Dads looking for tips, hints and even deals for dads and kids; Fatherhood programs looking to get started or expand; Researchers and policy makers looking for the latest on responsible fatherhood; and Federally-funded fatherhood programs.
Planned Parenthood Tools for ParentsThis site reinforces that parents really can make a difference. We can talk with our kids, build strong relationships with them, and set clear expectations and boundaries for them. These are proven ways we can help prevent teen pregnancy, reduce our teens’ chances of getting sexually transmitted infections, and help ensure that they lead healthy and rewarding lives. So let’s get talking. This site helps you to do just that.
Planned Parenthood League of MassachusettsIs a trusted health care provider, an informed educator, a passionate advocate, and a global partner helping similar organizations around the world. Planned Parenthood delivers vital reproductive health care, sex education, and information to millions of women, men, and young people worldwide.
Robyn's Nest Parenting Network10 tips for Parents
Sexual HealthPhysicians Group to Sexual Health Information.
SIECUS, Sexuality Information and Education Council of the United StatesProvides education and information about sexuality and sexual and reproductive health.
Talking with Kids About Tough IssuesChildren Now is a nonpartisan and advocacy organization dedicated to promoting children's health and education in California.