Pregnancy and Birth

About Newborn Screening
Information, including educational resources, and useful links expanding the awareness of the benefits of newborn screening.
http://www.aboutnewbornscreening.com/

About Pregnancy
A week by week calendar, prenatal testing information, breastfeeding, labor, signs and symptoms.
http://pregnancy.about.com/

All about Pregnancy
Information and answers to frequently asked questions on topics such as birth, breastfeeding and pre-conception diet.
http://all-about-pregnancy.v25.com/pregnancy/index.html

Amazing Pregnancy.com
Conception guide which includes week by week pregnancy calendar, due date calculator, birth plan creator, ultrasound, labor and birth picture galleries.
http://www.amazingpregnancy.com/

American Baby
Offering pregnancy and baby information. Includes names, a calendar, week-by-week development updates, and illness guide.
http://www.americanbaby.com/

Anatomy of the Pregnancy and Fetus
Articles about the developing fetus, pregnancy, the navel, fetal positions and the placenta.
http://www.gynob.com/anatpreg.htm

The Baby Corner
Information and advice to parents with articles on pregnancy and parenting topics, and advice from doctors. There is also a community option for parents to interact with each other.
http://www.thebabycorner.com/

BabyCenter
An easy to use date calculator to see when a baby might be due.
http://www.babycenter.com/pregnancy-due-date-calculator?intcmp=Nav_Global_Tools_duedatecalculator

The BabySite
Personal information about pregnancy and birth, as well as contributions from people around the world.
http://www.babysite.org/

BabyZone
Broad information on family planning and pre-pregnancy needs.
http://babyzone.com/family.htm

Beyond Fertility
Articles relating to preconception, general pregnancy issues, and childbirth.
http://www.beyondfertility.com/

Birthing Naturally
Offering natural childbirth, pregnancy, and nutrition information with handouts for birth companions. Also includes a section for Christians.
http://www.birthingnaturally.net

BirthPsychology
Explore the many mental and emotional dimensions in everything from scholarly articles to personal stories, and late-breaking headlines.
http://www.birthpsychology.com/

Bounty.com
Baby names, pregnancy planning, and breastfeeding. Includes forums, chat, polls and articles.
http://www.bounty.com/

The British Maternal & Fetal Medicine Society
Encouraging improved standards of care, and providing advice on Maternal and Fetal Medicine training.
http://www.bmfms.org.uk/

Coalition for Improving Maternity Services (CIMS)
Group promoting a wellness model of maternity care that will improve birth outcomes and substantially reduce costs. Includes events and resources, news and details of the Mother-Friendly Childbirth Initiative (MFCI).
http://www.motherfriendly.org/

Drugs in Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Database on risk of fetal or infant harm after exposure to specific drugs and vaccines.
http://www.perinatology.com/exposures/druglist.htm

The Due Date Club
Planning information, due date calculator, names, bulletin board and chat.
http://www.amazingpregnancy.com/duedateclub/index.phtml

eMedicine Health - Pregnancy
Consumer health resource center providing pregnancy information.
http://www.emedicinehealth.com/articles/12412-1.asp

eMedicine Health: Labor Signs
Provides information about labor signs, their causes and symptoms, and describes when to seek medical care.
http://www.emedicinehealth.com/articles/12283-1.asp

The Endowment for Human Development
Non-profit organization presents a multimedia demonstration of the development of a fetus. Explains how the mother's health and activities affect the baby.
http://www.ehd.org/

Epigee: Pregnancy Symptoms
A listing of common symptoms experienced by pregnant women, divided by trimester. Includes details of how the pregnant woman's body changes and how the fetus develops.
http://www.epigee.org/pregnancy/symptoms.html

EuMom.com
Offering medical information on the signs, symptoms and stages of pregnancy. Services include a pregnancy due date calendar and a personal support forum.
http://www.eumom.com/

Expecting: Over 40
Information for women 40 and older who are trying to conceive, currently pregnant or have small children to gain support, understanding and knowledge amongst other women such as themselves.
http://www.geocities.com/over40babies/

Family Care International
Dedicated to improving women's sexual and reproductive health and rights in developing countries, with a special emphasis on making pregnancy and childbirth safer.
http://www.familycareintl.org/

Fit Pregnancy Magazine Online
A guide for Moms-to-be with tips on pregnancy, nutrition, fitness, exercises, baby care and weight loss.
http://www.fitpregnancy.com/

FitnessZone
Information about fitness and exercise during pregnancy, including articles, advice and links to top exercise.
http://www.fitnesszone.co.za/pregnancy.htm

Getting Pregnant
A guide to conceiving a baby, with explanation of the female reproductive system, and possible causes of delayed conception.
http://www.gettingpregnant.co.uk

I Dream of Baby
Guide for getting pregnant, maintaining a healthy pregnancy and coping with miscarriage.
http://www.idreamofbaby.com/

Information for Pregnant Women
Offering nutrition suggestions from the Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, and the FDA.
http://vm.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/wh-preg.html

InteliHealth - Pregnancy
Offering a host of information on everything from fertility to nutrition, including a due date calculator.
http://www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/WSIHW000/3460/3460.html

Lamaze
Includes information on pregnancy, birth, a new baby or new parents.
http://www.lamaze.com/

Louisiana Natural Birth
A listing of resources for those choosing to have a natural birth in Louisiana. Includes a list of childbirth classes.
http://louisiananaturalbirth.pbwiki.com/

March of Dimes: Pregnancy and Newborns
Provides pregnancy information, pre-conception suggestions, and an interactive game designed to learn about pregnancy.
http://www.marchofdimes.com/pnhec/

Maternity Care Calendar
Supports clinicians providing prenatal care, and as a foundation for education.
http://www.maternitycarecalendar.com/

Mercy House
Aiding pregnant women who have alienated from their families and without support.
http://www.mercyhouse.org/

Mom-e
Pregnancy and labour, pre-pregnancy care and preparation for pregnancy and mother and baby. A wide range of medical information written by a leading UK obstetrician and your questions answered.
http://www.mom-e.com/

Mother and Baby
A community midwife and mother of two answers FAQs on pregnancy, labour and child care.
http://www.hawes16.freeserve.co.uk/page1.htm

Mother and Child Health
Information on prenatal, postpartum and pediatric health. Topics include herbal medicine, nutrition, and natural parenting.
http://www.motherandchildhealth.com

Motherisk
Research and counselling on reproductive risk or safety of drugs, chemicals and maternal disease in pregnancy.
http://www.motherisk.org/

Mothersbliss
Pregnancy and being-a-mother information from the UK. From planning to the baby's first year.
http://www.mothersbliss.co.uk/

Natural Pregnancy and Childbirth
Articles, discussions and links related to natural childbirth and pregnancy.
http://www.suite101.com/welcome.cfm/natural_pregnancy_childbirth

Online Birth Center: Midwifery, Pregnancy, Breastfeeding
Resources for midwives, nurses, doulas, childbirth educators, doctors, and parents.
http://www.moonlily.com/obc/

Perinatal Education Associates, Inc.
Information for expectant parents as well as doulas, childbirth educators, nurses, and midwives.
http://www.birthsource.com/

Perinatal Health in the United States
Developed by the March of Dimes, this site provides maternal, infant, and child heath-related data at the state level.
http://peristats.modimes.org/

Precious Times
A group of message boards and information dealing with all aspects of pregnancy, birth and babies.
http://www.geocities.com/cutebootee/precioustimes.html

Pregnancy A to Z
Online diary and photo album to keep track of pregnancy, message board and weight gain chart. Includes articles and video.
http://www.pregnancyatoz.com/

Pregnancy and Childbirth Answers
An information portal mainly for prospective parents. Information in Question and Answer format covering the full range of the subject from pre-conception, pregnancy, labour, delivery, the postpartum period and beyond.
http://www.pregnancy-bliss.co.uk

Pregnancy Health Center
Offering articles on labor and delivery, ultrasound, complications and other aspects.
http://www.keepkidshealthy.com/pregnancy/index.html

Pregnancy Information - Vardaan
Provides information and articles on pregnancy including-due date calculator, and preconception information. Includes discussion board for interaction with doctors.
http://www.vardaan.net/pregnancy.htm

Pregnancy Not Always Obvious
The beginning of a pregnancy is the most critical time for both the mother and the developing baby.
http://healthlink.mcw.edu/article/1017423258.html

Pregnancy Week-by-Week Guide
A guide to fetal development and maternal changes, from StorkNet.
http://www.pregnancyguideonline.com/

Pregnancy-Info.net
Addresses symptoms, exercise, nutrition, ovulation, stages, baby names, and baby tips.
http://www.pregnancy-info.net/

Principal Health News
Provides information on current news, testing options, diet and exercise, health care, and birth.
http://www.principalhealthnews.com/topic/pregnancy/

SafeFetus.com
Offering a database of generic and trade medication information regarding fetal risk during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Also includes risk category according to the FDA.
http://www.safefetus.com/

Sexuality in Pregnancy
Provides information for midwives to be able to advise women and their partners regarding possible changes in sexual relations during each trimester.
http://www.sexuality-in-pregnancy.czweb.org

Unplanned Pregnancy
Support for unplanned pregnancy, whether the mother-to-be is undecided or has made the choice of abortion or adoption.
http://www.angelfire.com/me2/byzantinelinks/support.html

Westside Pregnancy Clinic: Pregnancy Information
Topics include fetal development, prenatal health, pregnancy hazards, single parenting, and domestic violence.
http://www.wpclinic.org/parenting/

Your Baby Today
A panel of nationally known experts answer questions, and discuss nutrition. Also includes baby development guides and interactive tools for pregnant women and new mothers.
http://www.yourbabytoday.com/