by Karen Schroeder Kassel, MS, RD, MEd
AMERICAN CONGRESS OF OBSTETRICIONS AND GYNECOLOGISTS
Address:
PO Box 96920
Washington, DC 20090-6920
Phone:
202-638-5577
Internet address:
http://www.acog.org/
Description of services provided:
The ACOG provides patient information on a variety of obstetric and gynecologic issues.
MARCH OF DIMES
1275 Mamaroneck AVE
White Plains, NY 10605
914-997-4488
http://www.marchofdimes.com/
The March of Dimes provides in-depth information on all types of birth defects. The information offered ranges from detailed fact sheets to personal stories.
NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF CHILD HEALTH & HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
PO Box 3006
Rockville, MD 20847
800-370-2943
http://www.nichd.nih.gov/
Here you will find the latest research into the causes, treatment, and health effects of preterm labor and delivery.
NATIONAL WOMEN’S HEALTH RESOURCE CENTER
157 Broad ST, Suite 315
Red Bank, NJ 07701
877-986-9472
http://www.healthywomen.org
This site covers all health topics of interest to women, including an in-depth section on pregnancy.
SIDELINES NATIONAL SUPPORT NETWORK
PO Box 1808
Laguna Beach, CA 92652
888-447-4754
http://www.sidelines.org/
Sidelines provides information and support (via email or phone) for women with high-risk pregnancies. Articles cover premature labor, bed rest, and related topics.
Last reviewed September 2012 by Brian Randall
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