Resources for All Parents

- Contact The Family Tree - We are here to help. Email Us.
- Having troubles in these hard economic times? You are not alone. Click here to read more about where to go for help.
- Safe Haven: Giving Your Newborn a Future - Have you been hiding your pregnancy? Are you pregnant and scared? Safe Haven, a state program managed by the Department of Human Resources, may have the answers for you. Maryland law allows you to hand over an unharmed infant anonymously (within the first 10 days of birth) without fear of arrest or prosecution. To learn more about this alternative to abandonment, to speak to a professional counselor, or if you would like more information about the Safe Haven Program, contact The Family Tree's Family StressLine at 1-800-243-7337. For more information, download this brochure.
- Crying Baby: Is your baby crying constantly? Do you feel like you are at the end of your rope? Help is here. Call The Family Tree StressLine at 1-880-243-7337. Click here to read more about Protecting Your Baby From Abuse. The Family Tree is also partnering with the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene to share these important tips on calming your inconsolable child. For more information, click here.
- Safe Sleep for Your Baby - Check out these two helpful website:
1. Sleep Right, Sleep Tight - Click here
2. Safe Sound Babies - Click here - Call The Parenting HelpLine at 1-800-243-7337 for information on how we can help answer any questions you may have.
- Looking for a class? Click here to find a class that you need or one that interests you in helping you to raise your child(ren) to be strong and healthy!
- Listen to Success Stories to inspire you to do what you can to help your children. Click here to hear a few!
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