Web resources

With the Web, there is an unparalleled source of health information. The challenge? A lot of questionable health information is out there. That’s why Mercy has done some homework for you. Check our list of recommended sites containing health information for mom and baby, plus a wealth of related information for expectant parents.

But remember, the Internet can’t replace the advice of your doctor. The recommendations provided here are not designed to diagnose or treat a health problem or disease. Please consult your physician with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your condition.

American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists - Founded in 1951, ACOG is the nation's leading group of medical professionals providing health care for women. The site provides background information on reproductive-health topics from pregnancy to meopause, endometriosis to ovarian cysts.

The Cleveland Clinic – Recognized as one of the leading hospitals in the nation, the Cleveland Clinic is one of the world's largest and busiest health centers. Featured on its website is an in-depth health information library covering a full range of pregnancy topics.

KidsHealth - Created by The Nemours Foundation's Center for Children's Health Media, the award-winning site provides families with accurate, up-to-date, and jargon-free health information. The Nemours Foundation is a charitable organization created by philanthropist Alfred I. duPont in 1936 and is devoted to improving the health of children.

La Leche League International - Founded in 1956 by seven women who had learned about successful breastfeeding while nursing their own babies, La Leche League provides information and encouragement to all mothers who want to breastfeed their babies. While complementing the care of the physician and other health care professionals, it recognizes the importance of one mother helping another.

March of Dimes - Since 1958, the March of Dimes has been funding cutting edge research and innovative programs to save babies from birth defects, premature birth and low birth weight. Answers to your questions about pregnancy and your baby are a click away at the Pregnancy & Newborn Health Education Center.

Mayo Clinic - The Mayo Clinic Mayo Clinic is a charitable, not-for-profit health care organization based in Rochester, Minn. Founded at the turn of the century, the Mayo Clinic’s Healthy Living library is filled with good medical information about all the stages of your pregnancy.

MEDLINEplus - MEDLINE is goldmine of good health information from the world's largest medical library, the National Library of Medicine. Health professionals and consumers alike can depend on it for information that is authoritative and up to date

Oklahoma Safe Kids Coalition - Your child's safety is a top priority. Check out Safe Kids for the most current information for car seats and safe travel information.

ParenTalk Newsletter - Sponsored by The National Parenting Center, this site contains a host of information for parents from pregnancy through the teen years. Easy to read articles and health information provided is by a panel of respected educators and medical professionals. 

Sidelines - Sidelines provides nationwide networking, education and support for women and their families experiencing complicated pregnancies. A pregnancy is termed "high risk" or "complicated" when the life or health of the mother or baby may be at risk. It is estimated that approximately 1 out of every 4 women will experience pregnancy complications this year. 

VeryBestBaby - Brought to you by the Nestle corporation, you'll find a wealth of information and advice on your pregnancy and childbirth, helpful interactive online tools and printable information guides. This site contains a great section called "pregnancy and baby milestones" providing week by week developmental profiles from the first week of conception through your baby's first birthday. 

WebMD - With more than 15 million visitors every month, WebMD Health is the leading consumer-focused healthcare information Web site. With a mission is to be the most objective, credible and trusted source of consumer healthcare information, WebMd’s Pregnancy Center helps new moms play an active role in managing their own health.