Important Phone Numbers

Taking care of a young child is a lot of work, and can become stressful. It is important to give yourself a break, especially if the child in your care is crying a lot or you are feeling tired and overwhelmed.

If you feel like you need a break, call someone on this list and ask them to come over to watch the baby for a little while, help around the house, give advice, or just talk.

Baby's doctor: _________________________________________________________________

Family Member: ________________________________________________________________

Family Member: ________________________________________________________________

Friend: _______________________________________________________________________

Friend: _______________________________________________________________________

Neighbor: _____________________________________________________________________

Babysitter: ____________________________________________________________________

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24 Hour New York State Parents Helpline: 1-800-342-7472

Emergency: 911

Child Abuse Hotline: 1-800-342-3720