These links have been divided into categories and a summary of each site has been provided. The description of each site is taken from the site itself. PREGNANCY~ GENERAL Motherisk evidence-based information and guidance concerning the potential risks to the developing fetus or infant, from exposure to drugs, chemicals, diseases, radiation and environmental agents.Great Expectations Online A cutting-edge publication in the childbirth field, Great Expectations offers carefully researched, balanced and up-to-date reporting on the many issues of concern to the pregnant woman and her family. *****Advocates for family-centred birth care, gentle parenting, and social policies that support the well-being of children and families. We encourage breastfeeding, while respecting the decision to bottle-feed. Babies Today Parenting and baby-related resources for parents by parents July2000 Mom comment: good diaries from new moms! Pregnancy Today Pregnancy, parenting and baby-related resources for Moms, by Moms The Journal for Parents to Be - the online journal and community just for expectant parents, created to keep you informed, enlightened and inspired! July2000 Mom comment:--pg diaries BabyZone Family Planning, Pregnancy and Parenting July2000 Mom comment: Check out their shop page which includes a page of links to major baby manufacturers. BabyCenter BabyCenter is the leading site on the Internet for new and expectant parents. We're dedicated to helping you find the information, support, and products you need for your pregnancy, baby, or toddler. July2000 Mom comment:Pregnancy site...very informative! BabyBag The In-Site to Parenting July2000 Mom comment:shopping, general pregnancy info, product recalls, birth stories & more! PREGNANCY~ DEVELOPMENT Pregnancy Week By Week A site to help you understand your pregnancy and the fetal development taking place.A Sound Beginning July2000 Mom comment:Great site w/ VERY interesting info about what baby can hear and remember! PRENATAL TESTING and COMPLICATIONS Group B Strep Association Group B Strep is the Number ONE Infectious KILLER of newborns. The Group B Strep Association advocates that every pregnant woman be screened for GBS. One third, or 1,200,000 pregnant women carry GBS bacteria. Knowing your culture result before you go into labor can help protect your baby's life.CHILDBIRTH Pregnancy and Childbirth Information - Childbirth.org Birth is a natural process, not a medical procedure. Educating yourselves to be good consumers, knowing your options, and how to provide yourselves with the best possible care are essential to a healthy pregnancyGentle Birth.org July2000 Mom comment: I believe this is a midwives site about perineal protection during vaginal childbirth. PARENTHOOD GENERAL Canadian Parents Online Parenting Community and Family Information Guide A place learn valuable parenting skills from one another, our experts and contributors, and sometimes just kick back and relax! We strive to provide a warm and friendly atmosphere, a homey place for you to visit on the Net.Pampers Parenting Institute All about Pampers and Parenting. Positive Parenting Dedicated to providing resources and information to make parenting rewarding, effective and fun! CHILDCARE~DEVELOPMENTAL Investinkids Our mission is to enhance the capacity of all Canadians to positively influence the emotional, social, and cognitive development of our youngest children.FEEDING and NUTRITION La Leche league The Le Leche Legaue International The World’s foremost authority on BreastfeedingPromotion of Mother's Milk a nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing public awareness and public acceptance of breastfeeding. Pumping Mom's Information Exchange The information contained here reflects our experience and is not endorsed by any particular medical professional. We provide this information as support for other moms who are pumping/expressing milk for their babies The Working Cow You can give your baby the best even if you have to work. The Nursing Mothers Association of Australia July2000 Mom comment:- our version of La Leche League. HEALTH, SAFETY and RECALLS Baby Safety Page Baby Safety Page intended to inform and educate the public about the hazardous environment created by using many traditional baby products.PRODUCTS BabyStyle.com Shopping Departments include Maternity, Baby, Gifts, Nursery, Gift Registry July2000 Mom comment: cute nurseriesBabyGear Baby Superstore of the Web July2000 Mom comment:Great prices on products for baby. Maternity Mall For all your Maternity Needs July2000 Mom comment:A link to sites featuring maternity wear and other info! Celebrate Invitations July2000 Mom comment:links to birth announcement sites Cribs2Go July2000 Mom comment:This site has some pricy and yet some very affordable cribs and nursery items. |
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