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Pregnancy.org

We're built By Parents, For Parents™. We've banded together to build a website to educate, empower, and connect ourselves, other parents, and people trying to become parents. We're doing this out of our love for children, and our desire to do our best raising them to become good adults. We believe parenting is a sacred responsibility.

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Did you enjoy?
What did you think of January's focus on early literacy? Please revisit any of the links below, comment, and share with others you know! This topic should be a priority "resolution" that we each vow to keep -- encouraging our own children to establish a lifetime love of reading!
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Are you counting down to "D(ue) Day?"
Newly expecting? Share your journey with family and friends with your very own Customized Pregnancy Ticker! Together you can countdown 'til your due date, celebrate milestones, and more!

Come back, click "Show Conversation" and test your codes! We'd love to see!
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Need good reads for your toddler?
Do you often hear "Mommy, read another story?" Visit "Enjoying a Good Book with Your Toddler" for tips to select options with the greatest appeal and benefit for your child's age and stage!

When reading together, does your child invite a companion (teddy, doll, super-sonic hero action figure?)
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Do you use rewards for reading motivation?
What did you think of "Raising a Reader: The Do's and Don'ts"? Did you agree with the authors' take on the use of rewards such as stickers or other rewards for motivation for your young readers?
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Pregnant? Make your own ticker!
Exciting news! You can now countdown to your due date with your very own Pregnancy.org "ticker"! Create yours today: Customized Pregnancy Ticker. A "How-To Guide" is available if needed.

Where will your ticker be shared?
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Do you know these "Do's" and "Don'ts?
"Raising a Reader: The Do's and Don'ts" is a wonderful guide with easy suggestions to follow to get your child on the road to early literacy! "DO" read and "DON'T miss out!

What 'don't' have you been guilty of?
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Choosing books for your toddler / preschooler?
Toddlers and preschoolers are generally attracted to brightly illustrated storybooks; one durable enough to withstand multiple reads, finger pointing, and maybe the occasional chew. Watch next week as we share our final feature for the month focused on options for this age group!

Remember! Throughout this month, Cricket Magazine Group is offering an exclusive Pregnancy.org discount of $9.00 for any of their publications! Explore and select any of the fourteen available for kids ages 0 - 18 covering a variety of interests! Enter promotional code N2049 when ordering to receive your savings!
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Create your own registry!
Create your own free custom baby registry now through Pregnancy.org! As you prepare to welcome your new addition, you can easily select and add the gifts you wish from any store. Your family and friends will appreciate having options they know you'll love -- all in one spot! Ready? Click to create your baby registry now!
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Pregnant Olympian Goes for Gold and Gets Encouragement from Baby
On Saturday, July 28th, Nur Suryani Mohd Taibi who's 8 months pregnant competed in the London Olympic games. Nur Suryani was a shooter who placed 34 out of 56 in the women's 10-meter air rifle competition, so she did not win a medal.
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Piglets in Mazes Used to Study Baby Brain Development
There's a new method to study your baby's brain development. Would you believe that piglets in mazes are how researchers are doing it? It's true! See how piglets are paving the way for new study results.
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Celebrity Round-Up: Bachelorette Ends, Jackson Drama, and the Kardashians
This week, we're giving credit where credit is due. In the aftermath of the tragedy in Colorado, actor Christian Bale took time to visit the injured at the hospital. Both President Obama and Presidential candidate Romney refrained from gun discussions for several days thereafter.
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Baby Bottle Ads Targeting Men to "Reclaim" Their Wives Fall Flat
This isn't part of a "Mad Men" script but it certainly could be! Couldn't you just see Don Draper and crew sitting around, smoking their cigarettes, drinking their scotch, when someone says, "Reclaim Your Wife!" and they all shout, "Yes!" and toast to that.
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Wordless Wednesday: Puppies and Babies -- What Could Be Cuter?
Let's face it, there are few things more adorable than the sweet interaction with a dog and a baby, especially when it's a big dog playing gently with a little baby.
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Father Refuses to Approve Daughter's Make-a-Wish Disney Trip
Four-year-old cancer patient McKenna May of Haskins, Ohio, was granted her wish for a Disney World trip by the Make-a-Wish Foundation, but her father nixed it and refused to sign the required approval.
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FDA Behind in Banning BPA in Baby Bottles and Sippy Cups
The FDA announced in July 2012 that baby bottles and sippy cups can no longer contain bisphenol-A. This comes after manufacturers had already phased out the chemical in these products due to safety concerns and consumer pressure. Why was the FDA late to the party?
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Women are Smarter Than Men Recent Study Confirms
For the first time, studies officially show women scoring higher than men when it comes to IQ tests. It's been assumed that women are more "cerebral" where men are more "physical." This isn't the case according to the latest research conducted by James Flynn, an emeritus professor of Political Studies at the University of Otago in New Zealand.
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11/30/2012 - 01:44
For those celebrating Christmas or Yule, decorating the tree is a big part of the festivities! Through various discussions, however, "when" to put it up seems to be up for debate! Vote now: "Celebrate Christmas or Yule? When do you put up your tree?" and add your thoughts in the comment section!
11/13/2012 - 16:30
Within the U.S.,1 in 8 babies are born too soon. Good news! The number of preterm births has dropped as more women are educated and empowered to take charge of their health! Learn how *you* can lower your risk of preterm labor and give you and your baby a healthy start! Read "U.S. preterm birthrate lowest in a decade -- lots of work ahead!

Have you shared this yet? Take time to pass this along to friends and family!
11/12/2012 - 14:42
Has your Thanksgiving turned from time to savor good company and food to instead a countdown for the race to the mall? What do you think? Vote now in our poll: Are the early-bird Black Friday sales ruining your Thanksgiving celebration?

Weigh in with your thoughts in the comment section too! Pass the link along to have others join in!
10/11/2012 - 08:41
Did you read our article, "Folic Acid Critical for Early Embryonic Development"? We are looking now for members to add your own words of support for future expectant parents within our comment section! Hearing from you may be the advice that sways them to add folate to their diet! Help us help others as a part of our campaign to raise awareness of spina bifida!
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