Pregnancy and Prenatal Care
Taking care of your physical health is important throughout pregnancy to support healthy development for both you and your baby. Maintaining your health can reduce the risk of complications and improve overall well-being. The following links lead to different organizations that provide medical and/or evidence-based guidelines on pregnancy and preconception health. Information from these sources should always be reviewed with your primary care provider before use.
For information on safe food choices and recommendations:
Vitamins (only with health care provider’s recommendations):
Pregnancy Vitamins and Nutrients (American Pregnancy Association)
Hydration & Caffeine Consumption:
Medicine Use:
Pregnancy and medicines (OASH)
Exercise:
Exercise During Pregnancy (ACOG)
Health, Nutrition, and Food
Breastfeeding
For information on breastfeeding:
Breastfeeding Basics (WIC)
Breastfeeding (OASH)
Prenatal Care
For information on prenatal care:
Schedule of Prenatal Care (UCLA Health)
Prenatal Care Information (OASH)
Staying Healthy During Pregnancy (Johns Hopkins Medicine)
Local Care:
