Useful resources

A selection of reliable websites and resources to learn more about health, parenting, and child safety.

 

POISON CONTROL CENTERS

Some Italian poison control centers offer a free teratological counseling service to clarify doubts about the use of drugs, cosmetics, household products or chemical substances during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Milan  - 02 6610 1029 - Niguarda Ca’ Granda Hospital – Poison Control Center

PAVIA  - 0382 24444 - Fondazione Maugeri IRCCS – National Toxicology Information Center (CAV)

FLORENCE  - 055 794 7819 - AOU Careggi – Poison Control Center

ROME  - 06 305 4343 - A. Gemelli University Hospital

ROME  - 06 6859 3726 - Bambino Gesù Pediatric Hospital – Pediatric Poison Control Center

 

CHILDREN'S HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT

• Ministry of Health – Women and Children
  Official information on maternity, breastfeeding, nutrition, and safety.

• Istituto Superiore di Sanità – EpiCentro (National Institute of Health)
  Scientific insights into maternal and child health.

• Vaccinarsi.org
  All information on pediatric vaccinations, provided by the National Health Service.

• Italian Society of Pediatrics (SIP)
  Articles, advice, and updated guidelines written by pediatricians.

• World Health Organization (WHO)
• Nati per leggere - National program for the promotion of reading for families with preschool children.

 

SUPPORT AND LISTENING SERVICES

• Family counseling centers
  Free local services for health and psychological assistance during pregnancy and postpartum.
  📍 Check on your local ASL or Municipality website.

• 1522 – Anti-Violence and Stalking Helpline
  Active 24/7, free, anonymous, and multilingual, also via chat and app.

• Telefono Amico Italia (Friendship Telephone Italy)
  📞 02 2327 2327 – Anonymous and free listening service.

• Italian Red Cross – psychological support
  📞 800 065510 – Active daily for support and guidance.

• MamaChat - Online chat help desk for women and young people in difficulty, Monday to Saturday with variable hours.

COURSES AND PREVENTION

• Salvagente Italia
  Pediatric first aid and home safety courses.

• Italian Red Cross
  List of activities, locations, and active courses throughout Italy.

 

SOCIAL SECURITY AND WORK

• INPS – Family Services
  Information on parental leave, bonuses, maternity, and paternity.