The Valley Hospital is now open at 4 Valley Health Plaza in Paramus. (You may need to use 650 Winters Avenue for GPS.) All emergency care is now being provided at this location. Emergency care is no longer available at our Ridgewood campus.
This page was created specifically for parents as a compilation of reliable, trusted resources all in one place. To learn about our free, educational programs, join our membership to receive monthly emails and stay in-the-know with all things Thrive! Moms.
Pediatric Wellness & Weight Management
The Center for Pediatric Wellness & Weight Management helps children and adolescents lose weight and improve their health through a variety of medical and behavioral health services.
Vaping Education for Parents & Students
American Pediatric Dental Association - FAQs
CDC - Children's Oral Health Guidelines
Check with your dental provider to find a pediatric dentist near you, or search for dentists near you using the American Dental Association's site!
Thrive! Moms
A discussion group for moms to connect with and support each other in a non-judgmental environment!
Mother's Milk Club
A support group for all moms, regardless of feeding method, to connect with each other and Valley’s International Board Certified Lactation Consultants from the comfort and safety of home.
Mental Health Resource
This handout gives important information, contacts, and support for parents whose children are struggling with mental health issues.
Top 10 Parenting Tips
This guide lists the top 10 tips for positive parenting!
KidsHealth
Good for children, teens, and adults for age-appropriate information.
HealthyChildren.org
From the American Academy of Pediatrics, check out HealthyChildren.org for so many credible parenting resources.
NJ Car Seat Safety
Read the reccomendations for providing the safest way to transport your child.
Valley Feeding Therapy
Valley's Kireker Center for Child Development offers feeding evaluations and treatment for children with varying diagnoses
Solid Starts
Introducing solids to your little one is such an exciting time but it can be stressful too! If you are dabbling with the idea of baby-led weaning, check out this resource to help ease some anxiety and feel better prepared for the journey ahead.
Life Stages
At every stage of life, it is never too early or too late to eat healthy.
Beginner Feeding
Tips and techniques for safely and effectively feeding baby.
Video: Making Healthy Smoothies
Top 10 Parenting Tips
This guide lists the top 10 tips for positive parenting!
Tina Payne Bryson
Book recommendations: The Whole Brain Child, No Drama Disciple, The Yes Brain
Valley Pediatric Occupational Therapy
Pediatric occupational therapy at Valley includes a therapeutic sensory gym, activities to develop motor skills, occupational therapy for NICU babies, and more.
Valley Pediatric Physical Therapy
Pediatric physical therapy at the Valley aims to help each child reach their full potential, with a full range of evaluation and treatment services for children from birth to age 21.
Pediatric Audiology
The pediatric audiology team at the Kireker Center for Child Development evaluates and diagnoses all types of hearing disorders in children from birth to age 21.
Fit4Mom Bergen
Fit4Mom is the nation’s leading prenatal and postnatal fitness program, providing fitness classes and a network of moms to support every stage of motherhood. Thrive Members receive special discounts for Fit4Mom Bergen!
Mommy & Me Walking Group
Looking for somewhere to meet other local moms, connect, get moving, and have some fun? Join our weekly Mommy & Me walking group!
New Jersey Chapter of Postpartum Support International
Postpartum Support International
Postpartum Support International (PSI) is the world’s leading non-profit organization dedicated to helping those suffering from perinatal mood disorders, the most common complication of childbirth.
Valley Speech Therapy
Valley's certified speech-language pathologists evaluate, diagnose and treat all types of speech-language disorders in children from birth to age 21
Virtual Pregnancy Support Group - Wednesdays at 11:00 a.m.
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Valley Moms
Pregnancy and postpartum support group.
4th Trimester Moms Club - Fridays at 2:00 p.m.
Connect with moms during their first 3 months after baby.
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Down Syndrome Family Network - 201-447-8278
Stepping Stones Bereavement Support Group
A support group for parents grieving a loss of a child.
Healing Hearts Bereavement Support Group
A support group for parents who suffered stillbirth or infant loss.
For information: Call Terry Grueter, LSW, at 201-614-6123.
Storytime Video: The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Storytime Video: Bear Sees Color
Having a new baby and growing together is an exciting time but that postpartum period can be challenging! Let’s talk about the challenges of postpartum mental health that so many of us go through.
Your baby’s first year is an exciting time! It can also be a time of uncertainty for parents. Let’s learn what to expect
during that first year.
Who hasn't had a cough this season? It seems like we are constantly trying to avoid the never-ending cough!! Join Valley's pediatric critical care doc to talk about all things respiratory health.
Join us to learn ways of keeping your child healthy – mentally, physically, and emotionally.
Tamar Zapolanski, MD, and Donna Fichera, APN, of Valley Medical Group - Dermatology in Ridgewood, hosted a livestream on the Thrive! Moms Facebook group to discuss sun care for moms and their little ones.
Join us to talk about how to start a simple garden and get your family enjoying their very own harvest!