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Parenting Resources on the Web: Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Infants

The American Dietetic Associaiton has provided useful informaiotn about nutrition for pregnant teens. [Recommended by Rita Schneider.]

The National Clearinghouse for Drug and Alcohold Information presents this paper on the frequency of alcohol consumption during pregnancy. [Recommended by Bambang H. Lai.]

This is a guide for parenting information on topics like breastfeeding, pregnancy and birth, discipline, children's health, and child development. [Recommended by Matt Furlong.]

The Center for Disease Control and Prevention gives new information about preventing birth defects by adding folic acid to the diets of pregnant women. [Recommended by Bambang Lai.]

This is a journal for moms-to be that offers advice and support for expectant parents. Especially useful in their newlines feature. [Recommended by Matt Furlong.]

This Web site includes a wide variety of mothering topics, including breastfeeding, midwifery, pregnancy, miscarriage, preemies, etc. [Recommended by Matt Furlong.]

Stork Net offers a variety of tips on pregnancy, parenting, breastfeeding, etc. - as well as numerous articles and birth stories. It even includes a "Most Adorable Ultrasound Photo Contest!" [Recommended by Matt Furlong.]

This site provides the stand of this prestigious organization on a wide variety of topics - including auto safety, breastfeeding, contraception for teenagers, and fire arms. [Recommended by Marc J. Williams.]

This Web site provides a variety of information on the importance of pre-natal sensory stimulation on the development of the infant and other interesting topics. [Recommended by Carmen Duran.]

This is a resource for couples who are having infertility problems. It provides information on the steps couples can take to conceive a child. [Recommended by Andrea Thoreson.]

A graduate student at the University of California, Santa Barbara, has documented the various stages of his wife's pregnancy on this Web site. Not only can you see the ultrasound photos of his baby and hear her heartbeat, he gives a wonderful description of her birth. [Recommended by Elaine Sansom.]

This is a good source for information about the stages of pregnancy as well as about baby's first year. {Recommended by Elaine Sansom.]

This article provides valuable information on the developing human brain. It is one of the articles provided by the Baylor College of Medicine. [Recommended by Elaine Sansom.]

The Life Advice Program of the Metlife Consumer Education Center provides guidance on a range of family issues. This document gives suggestions on preparing your child for his/her first day of class. [Recommended by Soon Byun.]

This paper is part of a class Web site for a child development course at San Jose State University that is taught by Professor Eugene Matusov. [Recommended by Elaine Sansom.]

Since 1995, this comprehensive site has provided links to newsgroups, literature, FAQs, and article papers about various topics related to pregnancy and babies. It is a great source of information on pregnancy and on parenting infants. [Recommended by Elaine Sansom and Syed A. Khurrum]

This site provides access to a comprehensive list of resources and links for pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding, baby care and parenting. On topics ranging from childbirth education to work-at-home moms, you will find support groups, organization and much more. This site is provided as a community service and originated in the United Kingdom. [Recommended by Susette Gonzalez]

When a mother-to-be decides to breastfeed her baby, she may need information on this subject. This site answers common questions, provides nutritional advice, and discusses postioning techniques. [Recommended by Susette Gonzalez.]

Founded in 1996, this site encourages a strong relationship between pediatric practices and parents and offers information and assistance to expecting parents and to parents with children under 3 years of age. Much valuable information is provided for confused new parents, and many of them will find this site helpful. [Recommended by Jennifer Elias.]

The goal of Attachment Parenting International is to bring to public attention the needs of babies and young children for a secure and loving environment. Information about attachment and diseases of non-attachment is provided. The site promotes breastfeeding and has links to relevant articles as well as to La Leche League. [Recommended by Susette Gonzalez.]

This Web Page is aimed at expectant and new parents. It has lots of good information and lots of connections for social support. [Recommended by Lidia Sandoval.]

This is a great site for new parents as well as for veterans. It has several links for parents to get information regarding their young children - from newborns to three-year-olds. Health and developmental information comes from well-known pediatricians. [Recommended by Syed A. Khurrum.]

The Web page has articles for teenage pregnancy. Information provided for young girls helps them to make better decisons for themselves and for their babies. [Recommended by Lidia Sandoval.]

While this is a commercial Web site, I believe the product is worth it! The rebozo is not only comfortable for infants, it helps parents in providing warmth and closeness when transporting them. [Recommended by Esmeralda Gomez.]