Child Life Services are designed to help children and their families become familiar with the hospital environment and allay fears that often accompany a visit to the hospital . Various programs are provided to meet the emotional and developmental needs of children. For more information and to learn about your child's visit to the hospital, come visit Child Life at NYU Hospitals Center . This bookshop contains books on Baby and Child Care, Books on Bereavement for Adolescents, Children and Parents, Books on Breastfeeding, a Children's Reading List, and Books on Pediatric Chronic Illnesses. In addition, a special section is included of books approved by the American Academy of Pediatrics.
All books are available for purchase directly on-line.
In addition, trained staff and volunteers are available to provide reference assistance in a caring, supportive atmosphere. It provides a continually expanding store of practical and accessible articles culled from the latest research in child psychiatry, psychology, and development. It's a reliable resource for both common challenges, such as toilet training, and more serious problems such as depression. KidsHealth.org KidsHealth.org is one of the largest sites on the Internet providing expert health information about children from before birth through adolescence. Created by The Nemours Foundation Center for Children's Health Media , KidsHealth.org has separate areas for kids, teens, and parents - each with its own focus, tone, and design.