New Family Essentials
We connect new parents with resources that are essential for families. We also link them to free resources and services that meet family needs.
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Still have questions? Contact:
Early Childhood
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1 City Hall Square
Boston, MA 02201
New Parent Support
New Parent Support
New Parent Group
The Boston Public Library offers a group meeting for parents whose babies were born in 2021 or 2022. This resource aims to provide help during the transition of parents.4
Father Friendly
This program gives fathers the chance to get involved in their families and communities.
Home visits for new and expecting parents
Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) offers a one-time visit from a nurse with experience helping new mothers and babies.
Essentials and Nourishment
Clothing and Essential Furniture
Provides clothing and basic furnishings for infants and young children.
Lactation Support Program
The Lactation Support Program works with families to establish a milk supply using the breast pump and to teach their baby to feed.
Free Formula Exchange
Connects families in need of baby formula with others who have it to donate.
Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Nutrition Program
For families who qualify, WIC offers a variety of services. All services, including food and assistance, are provided without charge.
Baby Essentials
Presented by Cuties, the year-long Gear Up for Baby initiative gathers and distributes fundamental necessities for parents and their infants.
Diapering
Diapering
Ollie Diaper Depot
Offering free diapers and wipes. Open every second and fourth Wednesday of each month.
Lannie's Neighborhood
Offering free diapers, this program serves children up to 3 years of age. Families must meet qualifications to be eligible.
Family Nurturing Center
Diaper pantry open every Tuesday from 1 - 5 p.m. The center is for families living in Allston/Brighton with children up to 3 years old.
Car Seats and Car Safety
Car Seats and Car Safety
Free Car Seats
On the day they leave the hospital, patients with BMC HealthNet Plans will automatically receive a free newborn car seat.
Guide: Car Seats and Booster Seats
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) provides an important step-by-step guide to choose the right seat and install it correctly to keep a child safe.
Scheduling a car seat check up
Boston EMS provides services to have car seats properly installed.
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Still have questions? Contact:
Early Childhood
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1 City Hall Square
Boston, MA 02201
