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Parenting Resources

Whether you are a brand new parent or have been at it for a while — whether you are a long-time Champaign-Urbana resident or are new to the area — we know that having access to resources is invaluable. Below please find links to various area agencies and organizations who are committed to offering assistance to families.

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  • Campus Lactation Spaces
    For a list of available lactation spaces across the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus, please visit the Campus Lactation Space Guide (doc) located at the Women’s Resources Center’s webpage.
  • University of Illinois' Parenting 24/7
    Provides a "one-stop" source of news, information, and advice on parenting and family life.
  • Chambana Moms
    Shares information about family-friendly services, events and places in the area.
  • United Way of Champaign County
    Provides comprehensive information on local resources.
  • Up Center
    Provides support to the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning, and ally community of Champaign County.
  • Safe Kids Champaign County
    Free inspections and fittings of children’s car seats by appointment; eligible families may receive a new seat for $20. Additional general safety information can also be found on the site.
  • Infant-Parent Institute
    Provides counseling, professional training, and research related to the optimal development of infants and their families.
  • Rosecrance
    Offers counseling and psychiatric services for children, adolescents, and adults.
  • Yours, Mine, and Ours Kids Shop
    Sells affordable second-hand children’s clothing; located at 1824 Glen Park Drive in Champaign.
  • Birthright
    Provides a variety of services including free maternity and baby clothes to those in need, emotional support and information/referrals.
  • Women's Resources Center
    Offers support and advocacy services, empowers women, strengthens alliances with men; committed to creating community within University of Illinois.
  • Family Service Self-Help Center
    Provides education, promotion, and establishment of support groups and fosters relationships between community organizations, support groups and individuals.
  • Family Resilience Center
    Seeks to strengthen families’ abilities to meet life’s challenges and to thrive.
  • Pregnant and Parenting Students
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