Pregnancy

Congratulations!

You're going to have a baby! The baby will change your life and the life of your family! While you and your baby's dad are waiting for the big day, take this time to learn about how to take care of yourself and the baby growing inside you during pregnancy and in the months after the baby is born. Although no one can promise you an easy pregnancy and a healthy baby, here are some important things you can do to improve your chances.

Click these links for more information:

• Get early prenatal care - The sooner the better
• Stop drugs, alcohol and tobacco - And here's help to do it!
• Exercise
• Eat healthy
• Reduce stress - Stress may cause your baby to be born too small and too soon. Here are some tips for making your pregnancy less stressful
• Consider breastfeeding - Best for baby and best for you
• Get dad involved - Things the baby's father can do to help you have a healthy pregnancy and a healthy baby
• Watch for preterm labor - Know these signs and what to do!
• Prepare for baby's arrival- Things you'll want to do before your baby comes

Other Links

North Carolina

NC Family Health Resource Line Information and Support Within Your Reach

Find out more about , NC Family Health Resource Line or call Monday - Friday 8 A.M. - 5 P.M. closed holidays TTY for the hearing impaired: 1-800-976-1922 Services in English and Spanish

Click here for information about nutrition during and after pregnancy.

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Last updated: August 2007