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Pregnancy
 Websites presented in alphabetical order AIUM, The Association for Medical Ultrasound: Patients 
 Questions and answers about how ultrasounds work. Discusses diagnostic ultrasound imaging (sonography or ultrasonography), doppler ultrasound (evaluates blood flow in organs), reasons to have an ultrasound, and related topics. Explains why "sonograms should be performed only when medically indicated" and offers views on ultrasound machines for personal use and "keepsake imaging." From the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM), "an association of doctors, sonographers and scientists." http://www.aium.org/patients/aboutExam.aspx Topics: Reproductive and Sexual Health, Women's Health Last updated Feb 19, 2009 The Alan Guttmacher Institute (AGI)
With an emphasis on teenage sex and pregnancy, this site provides statistics, policy papers and reports relating to abortion, law and public policy, pregnancy and birth, prevention and contraception, sexual behavior, sexually transmitted infections (STI) and HIV, and youth. Site also includes the institute's newsletters with several years' worth of archives. Users can create tables of U.S. and international statistics from databases compiled by the institute. Searchable. http://www.guttmacher.org/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Families, Infectious Diseases, Reproductive and Sexual Health, Social Issues, Society & Social Science, Women's Health Last updated Feb 24, 2005 BabyKick Alliance
This organization is "a leading advocate for Kick Count [maternal counting and tracking of fetal movements during pregnancy], a preventative way to reduce the risk of stillbirth." Features a FAQ about Kick Count, charts to keeping track of fetal movements, and related resources and links about healthy pregnancy and stillbirth prevention. In English and Spanish. The organization was founded by an obstetrician and gynecologist. http://www.babykickalliance.org Topics: Families, Reproductive and Sexual Health, Women's Health Last updated Apr 10, 2007 Brain Food: What Women Should Know About Mercury Contamination in Fish
This 2001 report by the Environmental Working Group and the U.S. Public Interest Research Group documents the dangers, especially to pregnant women and nursing mothers, of mercury in some fish species and the need for expanded regulatory safeguards. Includes list of fish to avoid eating. http://www.ewg.org/node/8145 Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Fish, Meat, & Dairy, Pollutants & Toxic Substances, Reproductive and Sexual Health, Women's Health Last updated Jun 18, 2007 Cardiovascular Embryology
"The animations on this site were developed so students could better understand the complex processes that must occur in embryologic development." This site presents several animations of the development of embryonic cardiovascular systems, including heart tube folding and fetal versus postnatal circulation. Includes optional tests. From Indiana University. http://www.indiana.edu/~anat550/cvanim/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Families, Reproductive and Sexual Health, Women's Health Last updated Jun 6, 2004 Cesarean Section: A Brief History
An illustrated history of this surgical birth process from ancient times to the 20th century. Includes a bibliography. The material is taken from a brochure that accompanied a 1993 exhibit at the National Library of Medicine. Produced by the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecologists. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/exhibition/cesarean/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Families, Health & Medical Disciplines, Medical Treatments & Devices, Reproductive and Sexual Health, Women's Health Last updated Aug 22, 2008 DES Action USA
This site offers information about the synthetic estrogen diethylstilbestrol (DES). Used from 1938-1971 to treat pregnancy complications, it is now believed that "women who took DES and the children they carried are at risk for certain health problems and may need special care." The site outlines the risks, tells how to identify exposure, lists alternative names of the drug, and has news about conferences, legislation, and research. There are annotated links to additional resources. http://www.desaction.org/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Drugs & Medications by Type, Reproductive and Sexual Health, Women's Health Last updated Feb 28, 2005 Healthy Teen Network (HTN)
This Web site provides information on a variety of health and social issues related to pregnant teenagers, teen fathers, and teen sexual behavior. Includes directories of organizations, publications, and links to online resources. http://www.noappp.org/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Reproductive and Sexual Health, Society & Social Science, Society & Social Science, Women's Health Last updated Feb 28, 2005 Life's Greatest Miracle
The site is a companion to a Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) NOVA program that uses microimagery "to track human development from embryo to newborn." The site features the full program (which describes DNA and fetal development from conception through birth), a pregnant mother's journal, and information about prenatal testing, stem cell technology, cell division (meiosis and mitosis), and how sex is determined. Also includes links to resources and a teacher's guide. http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/miracle/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Families, Reproductive and Sexual Health, Science, Science, Social Issues, Women's Health Last updated Apr 13, 2004 Maternal & Infant Nutrition Briefs
"A research-based newsletter prepared by the University of California for professionals interested in maternal and infant nutrition." Browsable by issue (1996 to the present) or topic (including pregnancy, postpartum, breastfeeding, infants, and children). From the Department of Nutrition, University of California, Davis. http://nutrition.ucdavis.edu/briefs/ Topics: Families, Nutrition & Food Safety, Women's Health Last updated Aug 24, 2006 MedlinePlus: Pregnancy Ultrasound
Introduction to pregnancy ultrasounds, "[a] method of seeing the fetus and female pelvic organs during pregnancy. The ultrasound machine sends out high-frequency sound waves. These waves bounce off body structures to create a picture." Topics include preparing for the test, what the test feels like, why the test is performed, understanding test results, and risks. From the National Library of Medicine (NLM) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003778.htm Topics: Reproductive and Sexual Health, Women's Health Last updated Jan 18, 2006 The National Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy
This organization's mission is "to improve the well-being of children, youth, and families by reducing teen pregnancy. The Campaign's goal is to reduce the teen pregnancy rate by one-third between 1996 and 2005." The site features a FAQ, national and state data, reports, fact sheets, and related information. Searchable. Some material also available in Spanish. From a nonprofit organization "supported almost entirely by private donations." http://www.thenationalcampaign.org/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Families, Health, Reproductive and Sexual Health, Women's Health Last updated Sep 15, 2009 New York Online Access to Health (NOAH): Pregnancy
A directory of consumer health resources on family planning and contraception, pregnancy, labor and delivery, postpartum care, caring for a newborn, and many related topics. Available in Spanish and English. Maintained by librarians and health professionals at NOAH. http://www.noah-health.org/en/pregnancy/ Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Diseases & Conditions, Families, Medical Treatments & Devices, Nutrition & Food Safety, Reproductive and Sexual Health, Social Issues, Women's Health Last updated Dec 2, 2004 Organization of Teratology Information Specialists (OTIS)
Website for an organization that provides information to patients and health care professionals about teratology, the study of the effects that drugs, medications, chemicals and other exposures may have on the fetus and lactation. Features fact sheets (on medication, herbal products, vaccines, illicit substances, and other exposures), abstracts of research reports, a directory of teratology information specialists, and links to related sites. Much information also in Spanish and French. http://www.otispregnancy.org/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Reproductive and Sexual Health, Women's Health Last updated Apr 27, 2009 PeriStats
Provides "US, state, city, and county maternal [and] infant health data." Includes statistics on birth and preterm birth, infant mortality, delivery methods, birthweight, prenatal care, and substance abuse during pregnancy. Features graphs, maps, and tables. Browsable by geographic area, and topic. From the March of Dimes. http://www.marchofdimes.com/peristats/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Drugs, Families, Reproductive and Sexual Health, Statistics, Women, Women's Health Last updated Jul 26, 2004 Pregnancy & Newborn Health Education Center
This collection of articles and videos covers pregnancy and newborn health topics such as nutrition, prenatal care, things to avoid (such as alcohol, smoking, and stress), pregnancy after 35, prenatal tests, changes during pregnancy, complications, labor and delivery, caring for a baby, pregnancy and newborn loss, and birth defects and genetics. From the March of Dimes Foundation. http://www.marchofdimes.com/pnhec/pnhec.asp Topics: Families, Reproductive and Sexual Health, Women's Health Last updated Jan 16, 2007 Pregnancy and Toxoplasmosis
Background information about the possible transmission of toxoplasmosis to pregnant women though contact with droppings from an infected cat. (Toxoplasmosis can cause miscarriage or birth defects.) The site also provides recommendations that will help pregnant cat owners "reduce their risk of contracting toxoplasmosis." Suggestions include having a friend clean the litter box, or wearing gloves when cleaning the box. From the Humane Society of the United States. http://www.hsus.org/pets/pet_care/pregnancy_and_toxoplasmosis.html Topics: Pets, Reproductive and Sexual Health, Women's Health Last updated Feb 27, 2006 The Pregnant Traveler
This site provides information for women who travel while pregnant. Discusses common diseases and conditions that affect pregnant travelers and expatriates, preparations and precautions to take during a trip, and how to find medical care abroad. Includes a discussion forum and related links. From a travel medicine specialist and board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist. http://www.pregnanttraveler.com/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Families, Reproductive and Sexual Health, Travel, Women, Women's Health Last updated Feb 21, 2005 Teen Talk
This site for teens has information about relationships, sexuality, pregnancy, peer pressure, dating, love, sex, birth control, infections and diseases, abortion, sexual orientation, parents and friends, feelings, and other issues of adolescence, with an archive of all questions teenagers have asked. Includes body diagrams and audio programs. Some information also available in Spanish. Sponsored by Planned Parenthood Federation of America. http://www.plannedparenthood.org/teen-talk/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Families, Health, Reproductive and Sexual Health, Social Issues, Women's Health Last updated Sep 22, 2009 A Thin Blue Line: The History of the Pregnancy Test Kit
This site "looks at the history of the home pregnancy test — one of the most ubiquitous home healthcare products in America — and examines its place in our culture." It includes an explanation of the research that led to its development, information about the researchers, a timeline of pregnancy tests back to ancient times, depictions of the test in popular culture, and related information. From the National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://history.nih.gov/exhibits/thinblueline/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Families, Reproductive and Sexual Health, Women's Health Last updated Jan 26, 2005 What You Need to Know About Mercury in Fish and Shellfish
This March 2004 document from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency provides "advice for women who might become pregnant, women who are pregnant, nursing mothers, and young children" with respect to the consumption of fish and shellfish that contain traces of mercury. Includes recommendations, answers to frequently asked questions, and related links. http://www.fda.gov/Food/FoodSafety/Product-SpecificInformation/Seafood/FoodbornePathogensContaminants/Methylmercury/ucm115662.htm Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Fish, Meat, & Dairy, Pollutants & Toxic Substances, Reproductive and Sexual Health, Women's Health Last updated Sep 9, 2009 |
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