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Good to Know Free resources for every new parent in Alaska to have on handCAR SEAT INSTALLATIONCorrectly using the appropriate car seat or booster seat significantly reduces the risk of serious or fatal injury to children in the event of a motor vehicle crash. But with so many different seats on the market, many parents find this overwhelming. Thankfully, certified child passenger safety technicians are trained to ensure their proper installation. This public service is free of charge at many sites:%u2022 For a car seat checkup location near you, visit Alaska Child Passenger Safety Coalition at carseatsak.org%u2022 For free online car seat training and/or to schedule a car seat check, visit the Center for Safe Alaskans at safealaskans.org/ services/car-seatsThe average family spends about $100 on diapers a month. If times are tough and you need help diapering your little one, reach out to these local resources.%u2022 The Community Diaper Pantry: Supports families with diaper needs and has several distribution locations. Check their %u201cVisit%u201d page for a schedule of when they offer diapers. communitydiaperpantry.org%u2022 PIC Diaper Pantry (Program for Infants and Children): Partners with other organizations to provide free diapers to families in need. You can find information on their social media for details on how to receive diapers. Picak.org/swaddle-me-1 %u2022 HeartReach Alaska: Provides essential baby needs such as diapers, wipes, formula, blankets, or clothing at no cost. Heartreachalaska.com%u2022 Alaska 2-1-1: To find out if an agency in your area provides diaper assistance to families in need, call 2-1-1 or search online at alaska211.orgNearly 100 children%u2019s products were recalled last year, including toys, sleepwear, crib mattresses and baby swings. Check the Consumer Product Safety Commission for real time recalls on products you may use. Notices will inform you to either return the product for a full refund or order a replacement part to make the product safer. recalls.govOne in seven women experience some form of postpartum depression, with symptoms appearing anywhere from one week to one year after birth. Most new moms experience postpartum %u201cbaby blues%u201d after childbirth, which commonly include mood swings, crying spells, anxiety and difficulty sleeping. But some new moms experience a more severe, long-lasting form of depression. Know that there is help.%u2022 Postpartum Support International: Call and leave a confidential message or text %u201chelp%u201d anytime and a volunteer will reach out to get you the support you need. This nonprofit also has a range of free online support meetings. Call or text the HelpLine 1-800-944-4773 (Spanish text line: 971-203-7773); postpartum.net%u2022 National Maternal Mental Health Hotline: Call or text this 24/7, free, confidential hotline for pregnant and new moms feeling overwhelmed, sad, or exhausted. Counselors speak English and Spanish, and interpreter services are available in 60 languages. 1-833-852-6262; mchb.hrsa.gov/national-maternal-mental-health-hotline%u2022 Suicide/Crisis Intervention 24-hour Services: If you are thinking of harming yourself, reach out to a crisis counselor. Confidential and free. For Alaskans, by Alaskans. Call 1-877-266-4357 or call or text 988; carelinealaska.comDIAPER PANTRIES SAFETY RECALLSPOSTPARTUM SUPPORTResources30 alaska parent winter 2025/26 AlaskaParent.com