EASING THE DISCOMFORTS OF PREGNANCY: EATING RIGHT FOR TWO -- This publication provides 7 tips to ease morning sickness, 5 tips to help prevent heartburn, and 3 tips to help prevent constipation.

MORNING SICKNESS -- Pamphlet from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Contents include Nausea and vomiting that is normal during pregnancy, How they can be relieved, and When treatment is needed.

EASING BACK PAIN DURING PREGNANCY -- Pamphlet from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Explains the causes of backache during pregnancy and offers tips for what can be done to ease the pain.

HEALTHY MOMS, HEALTHY BABIES -- A series of publications including . . .

Morning Sickness -- Information on possible causes of morning sickness and tips on how to avoid it.

Heartburn -- Information on heartburn, including why it happens, when it tends to occur in pregnancy, and tips on how to avoid it.

Constipation -- Information on constipation, including why it happens and tips on how to avoid it.

SMART CHOICES: HOW YOUR BABY GROWS -- A series of publications including . . .

The First Trimester -- This publication provides information on your baby's growth, symptoms and body changes you may experience, and tips for what you should do to keep you and your baby healthy during the first trimester of pregnancy.

The Second Trimester -- This publication provides information on your baby's growth, symptoms and body changes you may experience, and tips for what you should do to keep you and your baby healthy during the second trimester of pregnancy.

The Last Trimester -- This publication provides information on your baby's growth, symptoms and body changes you may experience, and tips for what you should do to keep you and your baby healthy during the last trimester of pregnancy.

Tips on Pregnancy: Relief from the Discomforts -- This publication provides suggestions for providing relief from morning sickness, constipation, heartburn, and leg cramps.

PREGNANCY AND LACTATION -- This publication includes the following information: Calories and Nutrients, Weight Gain, Be Prudent in What You Eat and Drink, Nausea in Early Pregnancy, Indigestion During Late Pregnancy, Constipation During Pregnancy, and Lactation.

EATING WHEN PREGNANT -- This article contains information on the nutrients women and babies need during pregnancy. Includes information on specific nutrients, foods that contain the necessary nutrients, tips for healthy eating and reducing morning sickness, and weight gain during and after pregnancy.   (SPANISH)

NUTRITION DURING PREGNANCY -- A GIFT FOR YOUR BABY -- This publication includes information on the following: weight gain, daily food guide for pregnant women, food sources of iron and folate, other nutrient needs, ideas for snacks, other considerations, and common problems during pregnancy.

NUTRITION FOR A HEALTHY PREGNANCY AND HEALTHY BABY -- This ACES publication addresses the following information: How Much Weight Should I Gain? What Foods Should I Eat? and Special Considerations.

NUTRITION FOR THE TEENAGE MOTHER TO BE -- This ACES publication addresses the following information: Why Is A Good Diet Important For Me And My Baby? What Foods Are Best For Me? and What Other Things To Expect During Pregnancy.

EATING FOR TWO: YOUR BABY AND YOU -- A series of publications including . . .

Months 1-3 -- This publication includes information on the following: Eating for Two, Why Your Food Intake is so Important, The Food Guide Pyramid, How Baby Gets Food, What to Eat During Pregnancy, Weight Gain, Liquids, Morning Sickness, The Growth of Your Baby, Vitamin-Mineral Supplements, Folklore, and Precautions During Pregnancy.

Months 4-6 -- This publication includes information on the following: Your Baby's Growth, Constipation--A Common Problem, Weight Gain and Calories, Posture, Protein--The Building Blocks for Babies, Fruits and Vegetables--Gems of Nutrition, Seasoning Your Foods, Exercise, and a Sample Meal Pattern.

Months 7-9 -- This publication includes information on the following: Your Baby's Growth, Relief from Heartburn, Snackin' Good, The Calcium Connection, Feeding Your Baby, Breast Milk or Formula, Preparing to Breastfeed, Food for the Breastfeeding Mother, and The Food Guide Pyramid.

WELL ON YOUR WAY - A series of publications including . . .

First Trimester: Off to a Good Start -- Information on baby's growth, eating for two, two important nutrients, nausea and vomiting, alcohol, smoking, and looking ahead.

Eighth Month: Final Stages -- Information on baby's growth, birthing decisions, postpartum blues, your new roles as a parent, if you plan to breastfeed, and strollers.

MARCH OF DIMES -- Foundation dedicated to helping women have healthy pregnancies and babies. Visit the web site to obtain numerous resources on pregnancy and prenatal care.

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