Pregnancy and Prenatal Care

American College of Nurse-Midwives North Carolina Chapter
Answers frequently asked questions about nurse-midwives, provides information about out-of-hospital births and helps expectant parents find nurse-midwives who provide local services.

American Pregnancy Association
The American Pregnancy Association is a foundation of health services for the public, including education, research, advocacy, public policy and community awareness. APA is a recognized leader of reproductive and pregnancy health information.

Lamaze Magazine (en español)
From Lamaze International, this online magazine presents information on pregnancy, childbirth and parenting.

March of Dimes: Pregnancy and Newborn
The March of Dimes goal is to improve babies’ health by preventing birth defects, premature birth, and infant mortality. Their site includes a wealth of information for prospective, expecting and new parents.

Prenatal Classes – UNC Healthcare
UNC Healthcare offers classes from childbirth to newborn care, moms and emotions to boot camp for new dads. Classes are offered at the NC Women’s Hospital in Chapel Hill, NC.

Triangle Birth Network
Expectant parents can find information about childbirth choices, articles about pregnancy and childbirth, advice for dads and partners and information about local meetings on various topics surrounding pregnancy and childbirth.

WakeMed Women’s Pavilion & Birthplace
Offers information on available services and classes for expecting moms and their families and links to WakeMed’s online nursery.

WomensHealth.gov (en español)
From the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, this site provides information for expectant mothers on topics ranging from prenatal care to preparing your home for a new baby or adopted child.

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