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Pre-Pregnancy

Pre-Pregnancy Planning
Fertility Awareness and Infertility

Pregnancy

1st Trimester
2nd Trimester
3rd Trimester
Pregnancy Complications

Preparing for the New Baby

Childbirth and Beyond

Childbirth
After the Baby is Born
Breastfeeding.  Best for Baby.  Best for Mom.
Financial Assistance / Aid
Choosing Babysitters and Childcare

Recursos en Espanol

Tools

Pregnancy Quiz
Due Date Calculator
Ovulation Calculator
Basal Body Temperature Chart
Baby Shopping List

Adoption and Foster Care
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Stages of development:
Move your mouse over the links below to see how the uterus and baby change during pregnancy.

1st Trimester
2nd Trimester
3rd Trimester

Illustration of a woman going through the three trimesters of pregnancy

News:

Congratulations! You're pregnant! Or you might be trying for or thinking about having a baby. This section of the NWHIC web site was created especially for you! It contains useful and practical information about preparing for pregnancy, what happens during each of the three trimesters of pregnancy, fertility, labor and more. We also provide valuable resources for additional information on each topic.

Pregnancy can be a thrilling and wonderful part of a woman's life. But, it can also be a little scary. Every woman has questions about what to do and what not to do, to make sure she has a healthy pregnancy and a healthy baby. Some women have problem-free pregnancies, but many women encounter some discomforts along the way. Over the next nine months you will be going through many different and exciting changes, as well as some challenges. By educating yourself about pregnancy, you can learn what you need to do to keep both you and your precious baby healthy. Enjoy your new adventure!

This page last updated: June 2003

 


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