Knowledge: pregnancy

Links

Teen Moms 
http://teenmoms.ourfamily.com/

Support and help for young mothers. Site includes encouraging essays, a message board, money-saving links, an album illustrating the stages of fetal development, and links to crisis pregnancy centers.

The Teen Pregnancy and Parenting Place 
http://members.aol.com/mnn1121/index.html

A place for teen parents and pregnant teens to get advice, support, and to meet others in similar situations.

Teen Mother Choices 
http://www.teenmotherchoices.org

Christian organization providing services and support for teen mothers in Chicagoland, Illinois suburbs. Includes hotline; location maps for similar facilities in Ohio, Michigan, and Washington; and list of available services.

Inwood House 
http://www.inwoodhouse.com/

Helps young people take charge of their lives and achieve healthy adulthood and self-reliance by encouraging responsible sexual choices. Organization and program information available.

Girl-Mom 
http://www.girl-mom.com/

Stories and essays by teen parents, and a discussion forum.

StandUpGirl 
http://www.standupgirl.com/

Provides facts, videos and photographs to support and encourage teens with unexpected pregnancies. Also includes personal stories and testimonials. [Some features require Flash]

One Tired Mamma 
http://www.geocities.com/one_tiredmamma/

A young mother uses a journal and photographs to describe her experiences of teen pregnancy and birth.

Mom I'm Pregnant 
http://www.lifecall.org/momim.htm

Presenting guidance and ideas from teenagers who have decided to continue their pregnancies. Includes FAQ and a list of shelters across the USA.

Lil' Mamas 
http://www.freewebs.com/mama05/

A young mother describes her unplanned pregnancy, including an illustrated diary of the stages, and FAQ about the experience.

Yahoo! Groups: Pregnant Teen Support 
http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/Pregnant_Teen_Support/

A support group for teens seeking advice or information about unplanned, unexpected, or unwanted pregnancy. Membership open to girls and guys.

Life in the Fast Lane 
http://www.teenageparent.org/

Information about teen pregnancy, what it is like to be a teen mother or father, and what it costs to raise a baby for a year. Includes FAQs and links to the Idaho CareLine.

Idaho Teen Pregnancy 
http://www.idahoteenpregnancy.com/

Facts about teen pregnancy in Idaho and resources for guidance or advice. Includes national and local hotline numbers, and links to the Idaho Careline and five health districts.

Holy Family Maternity Home 
http://www.catholiccharitiesok.org/family_maternity.html

Provides shelter and services for pregnant and parenting teens (ages 12-17) and their babies. Located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Teenage Mams 
http://www.bbc.co.uk/wales/southeast/sites/teenmams/

UK based and providing extensive information on all aspects of teenage pregnancy and motherhood. Details many real life experiences, overall concerns and personal views. Also includes a message board and further links for advice.

Respect Young Mums 
http://www.ywca.org.uk/youngmums/

UK based campaign dedicated to furthering the rights and concerns of young mothers and focusing on the positive aspects of teenage pregnancy. Invites teenagers to contribute their own stories and provides links to more guidance and advice if required.

Young Mums To Be 
http://www.ymtb.org/default.asp

Provides details on a course for pregnant teenagers including antenatal, financial, parenting and general lifestyle skills for the future. Further advice, a quiz and the latest news on the project also included. Located in the UK.

Teen Pregnancy 
http://www.smith.edu/ourhealthourfutures/teenpreg.html

Written by two teenage girls who provide details and basic information on young pregnancy. Includes statistics, a quiz, looking for initial signs, maternal health advice and a list of pregnancy crisis centers.

Teenage pregnancy 
http://www.likeitis.org/teenage_pregnancy.html

UK based and offering down to earth advice on early signs, pregnancy testing and emotional issues. Includes a FAQ section as well as further links to helpful organisations and in-depth advice.

Queendom.com - A Fine Kettle of Fish 
http://www.queendom.com/kettle/teen/k_teen.html

A collection of real-life stories submitted by teens detailing many pregnancy experiences and outcomes.

Young Aussie Mums 
http://www.youngaussiemums.8m.com/custom2.html

A busy Australian message board where teens can chat and meet others facing the same experiences. Includes sections on pregnancy, parenting, single parenthood and studying. Registration required.

Young Adult Health - Health Topics - Pregnancy 
http://www.cyh.com/HealthTopics/HealthTopicDetails.aspx?p=240&np=299&id=2136

Straightforward and comprehensive advice on pregnancy options currently available in Australia. Includes links to further help, advice and organisations.

America's Pregnancy Helpline 
http://www.thehelpline.org/

Offers a section on 'knowing your body' as well as advice on how to tell parents and partners the news of the pregnancy. Also includes areas on personal choices and asking if you are ready to be a parent.

Dear Dee: Teen Pregnancy 
http://teens.aol.com/originals/red-cares/dear-dee-teen-pregnancy

Teen Pregnancy is more than a statistic. It's something that hits home. Here's one girl's story.

YoungMummies.Info 
http://www.youngmummies.info

Information, tips and bargains for young UK mums. Includes questions and answers, penpals, parenting and pregnancy tips and related links. [Free registration required to post.]

Fact Sheets for Teen Parents 
http://www.teenparents.org/

Provides a list of downloadable factsheets covering many legal areas. Includes facts on adoption, custody, paternity, child support, emancipation and grandparents rights.

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