ResourcesFor fathers | For mothers | For families | For grandparents | Things to do in the D.C. Metro area | Useful services | Other stay-at-home dad networksFathersThe Father Life A men's magazine for today's fathers. National Center for Fathering The National Center for Fathering provides practical, research-based training and resources that equip men in virtually every fathering situation to be the involved fathers their children need. National Fatherhood Initiative The goal of the National Fatherhood Iniative is to improve the well-being of children by increasing the proportion of children growing up with involved, responsible, and committed fathers. National Fathers' Network (NFN) Their mission is to celebrate and support fathers and families raising children with special health care needs and developmental disabilities. BabyCenter's Advice for New Dads Useful tips and advice for new fathers and fathers-to-be. Daddys Home Articles about fatherhood. Strong Fathers Strong Fathers plans and facilitates events at the campus, organizational, and community level to bring men together with their children in the presence of other men to discover their true strength as fathers. The Male Affirmative Resource Network Their mission is to assist men in finding male positive resources, information, and support. They seek to empower men to lead healthy, productive and fulfilling lives. MothersThe Breasteeding Center for Greater Washington The Breastfeeding Center for Greater Washington is an innovative center for new and expectant families that offers free classes for all stages of breastfeeding, infant massage, private consultations and home visits by a certified lactation consultant, bra fittings and the largest selection of nursing bras in the D.C.area, breastpump sales and rentals, and a comprehensive selection of accessories for the breastfeeding family. Parenthood.com For over a decade, Parenthood.com has been a leading online destination for moms, mothers-to-be, and families. Hearts At Home Hearts at Home's mission is to encourage, educate, and equip every mom in every season of motherhood using Christian values to strengthen families. iVillage iVillage is the largest content-driven community for women online reaching 30 + million unique visitors per month. The Second Wives Club Online community and support for stepmoms and second wives. The Labor of Love A site for women who are pregnant or getting ready to start a family. FamiliesWashington Parent Magazine A respected parenting publication covering the DC Metro area. Family and Home Network Educating the public about at-home mothers, at-home fathers, and those who work part-time or work at home. Publishers of the award winning monthly newsletter "Welcome Home." Join their efforts to make public policies fair to parents who provide child care for their own children. BabyCenter For everything baby-related. BOBYS! An online boutique started by a local stay-at-home mom. It features custom-made and one-of-a-kind children's clothing. GrandparentsAARP Grandparent Information Center Lots of information for grandparents and grandparents-to-be. Things to do in the DC Metro areaWashington Post City Guide: Kid Friendly Activities The Washington Post's guide to local kid-friendly activities. Our Kids An activities and events website for families in the DC Metro area. Useful servicesU.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission The USCPSC is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risks of injury or death from thousands of types of consumer products under the agency's jurisdiction. The go-to site for product recall information. School's Out A (paid) subscription service that automatically notifies parents when there is an emergency at their children's school. The Nanny Network NannyNetwork.com is a comprehensive directory of nanny placement and referral agencies. Saving for college A site for information on 529 college plans. Other stay-at-home dad networksPG Parents Club This is a Yahoo Group for parents and their kids living in Prince Georges County, Maryland. The Parents Club shares information and provides a resource for organizing local events and activities. They have playgroups for the 0-4 age set, links for places to go with infants and toddlers, and more. Tampa Area Dads A group of dads in the central Florida area who stay at home to take care of their children, families, and our homes. If you would like to meet with a group of supportive dads who may share your lifestyle, chores, frustrations, and victories, this may be a group for you. Austin Area Dads a group of Dads in the Austin area who are taking care of our kids and looking for both adult and child interaction. Return to the top of the page |