Helpful Links
Trusted Resources for Parents
Below are links to trusted websites for additional information. While these resources offer useful and reputable information, we do not control their content. Please consult with your provider if you have any questions about your child’s health or treatment.
ADD/ADHD
Lots of great information and tips on wide range of topics related to ADD, ADHD and LD.
๐นADD Warehouse
Products such as books, videos and DVDs related to ADD, autism, depression and school related problems in children and adolescents.
๐นThe National Resource on ADHD
Most well-known non-profit group related to ADHD.
Asthma
๐นAsthma Overview
๐นAsthma Information from Children's National Medical Center
๐นHow to Use a Diskus Inhaler - video and instructions
๐นHow to Use a Diskus Inhaler - PDF Download
๐นHow to Use a Flexhaler - video and instructions
๐นHow to Use a Flexhaler - PDF Download
๐นHow to Use a Metered Dose Inhaler (MDI) - video and instructions
๐นHow to Use a Metered Dose Inhaler (MDI) - PDF Download
Autism
To help recognize early signs of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), researcher Dr. Rebecca Landis created a free 9-minute video highlighting behavioral signs in one-year-olds.
๐นAutism - Infants and Toddlers Program
Free developmental evaluations are available through your state Department of Health if there are concerns about your child’s development.
๐นAutism - MCHAT
The M-CHAT is a screening tool that helps identify early signs of autism (ASD) or developmental delays in children ages 16–30 months. We include this screening at the 18-month well visit.
๐นAutism Speaks
Car Seat Safety
๐นCar Seat Lady
Empowering parents to keep their children as safe as possible while traveling by car.
๐นCar Seat Safety - MD KISS (kids in safety seats)
Everything you need to know about car seat laws in Maryland.
๐นCar Seat Safety Information from the AAP
Comprehensive car seat safety information for families.
๐นChild Safety Seat Program - Frederick County
Information regarding the Child Safety Seat Program including Safety Seat Checkpoints and information on no cost car seats to Frederick County residents enrolled in Medicaid, as well as contact information
Community Resources & Services
Resource information adapted from the Frederick County Health Department Community Resource Guide:
๐นEmergency Assistance Programs
Development
Food Allergy
General Pediatric Health
Learning Disorders
LGBTQ
๐นLGBTQ Community Resources - The Frederick Center
The Frederick Center serves the LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer) community and its allies. Its vision is to be the leading organization for LGBTQ resources and advocacy in central Maryland.
Mental Health
๐นFrederick Co Mental Health Association Walk In Behavioral Health Services
Experiencing a mental health or emotional crisis? Support is available 24/7. Meet with a crisis specialist in person or virtually—no cost, all ages.
๐นPsychology Today - Find a Therapist
Browse one of the largest online therapy directories. You can filter your search by location, insurance, specialty, and personal preferences such as gender, race, or religion.
๐นMental Health Resources for Kids and Telehealth
๐นNational Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Basics Course
A free 6-session program for parents and caregivers of youth (ages 22 and younger) experiencing mental health symptoms. Available in person or online through NAMI Basics OnDemand.
๐นAnxiety Toolkit
Please utilize this packet as a tool to manage stress and anxiety.
๐นBooks to Help Manage Anxiety
Books for children and caregivers to help manage anxiety.
Newborns/Breastfeeding
๐นNewborn Metabolic Screening - Info for Parents
The State of Maryland screens newborns for certain health conditions that, if not identified early, can lead to serious illness or developmental delays.
Great site for comprehensive information about breastfeeding.
Nutrition
Oral Health
๐นCDC - My Water's Fluoride (Maryland by County)
๐นHealthy Children
Comprehensive oral health information from the American Academy of Pediatrics
๐นAmerica's Pediatric Dentists
Parent resources from the American Academy of Pediatric Dentists
Reading Lists for Diversity & Culture
๐นAmerican Psychological Association RESilience Initiative - Books About Race and Ethnicity
The RESilience Initiative - Uplifting Youth Through Healthy Communication About Race
The Brown Bookshelf is designed to push awareness of the myriad Black voices writing for young readers.
Books with characters of color.
๐นDiverse Books
A list of sites that offer recommendations for diverse titles.
๐นNative American Authors and Illustrators: Picture Books
This bibliography is drawn from books published between 1995 and 2020. While some award-winners and bestsellers are included, part of the goal is to feature underappreciated gems.
Safety
Speech
Travel Medicine
๐นTraveler's Health from the Centers for Disease Control
Information on almost every infectious disease, environmental toxin, etc. Traveling out of the country? This link to Traveler's Health will tell you what vaccinations, medications and precautions to take.
Vaccines
Information for parents about vaccines from the AAP.
