American Pregnancy Association

Welcome to the American Pregnancy Association's Discussion & News Forums. Read this section for guidelines and a quick overview of features.

News and noteworthy events and developments in the pregnancy-related world.

Trying to conceive? Come ask questions, discuss your situation, and be with people who understand what you're going through.

Sub-Forums: Former TTC'er Updates

Planning to TTC but not yet? Join other ladies who are waiting to begin the adventure!

This is a forum for those that have been struggling with trying to conceive for six months or longer. This is not a forum to begin learning about trying to conceive.

Sub-Forums: Struggling to Conceive - Again

The primary purpose of this forum is for individuals who are working with a reproductive endocrinologist or fertility specialist.

This forum is for women trying to conceive at 35 or beyond.

This can be a delicate time of mixed emotions for anyone who has experienced a pregnancy loss. Share with others how you have coped.

The place for prospective adoptive parents to discuss the array of questions related to adoption.

The starting place if you are experiencing symptoms and just need to talk.

A good place to come for answers to questions from other expecting moms.

All you ladies who are pregnant after a long and hard battle can come here to find other who have been through the same ups and downs.

A place for expecting moms who are 35 or older to come share and get support

Whether you have an infant, a toddler, a pre-teen or beyond in mind as you chat away, visit us here to offer insight and inspiration!

Sub-Forums: Attachment Parenting, Traditional

Join a team of ladies who are here to provide a constant reminder that you are not alone! Gather for emotional support and to share tangible resources.

Juggling home and work can be quite a task! Find out how others are doing it and share your experiences in the field.

Sub-Forums: W/ SAHDs, WAHM

Find other moms who proudly call themselves "SAHM's", and join in the free support and advice!

All young women who are pregnant, visit this forum for advice and friendship. Support is one of the best resources you can have!

Are you a parent of toddlers or young children? Find your way to this forum for support and encouragement!

Come join in discussions among Stepmoms and other members in Blended Families.

Basic nutrition, vitamins, and just overall healthy eating for those TTC, pregnant or taking care of the family.

Sub-Forums: Solid Foods, Organic, Recipes

Anything you need to know about breastfeeding (pros/cons, how-to, latching, etc) and pumping (even exclusively) discussed here!

Find other moms who have similar questions about formula feeding here! Provide support and encouragment as you seek the same from other members.

The place to talk about the "natural" things in trying to conceive, parenting or just living.

A forum to explore if you are interested in or currently utilizing cloth diapers for your babies.

Find tips and suggestions and more importantly support as you navigate your way through potty training your child

The place to find support during emotional challenges, relationships, and difficult times.

Sub-Forums: Depression During Pregnancy, Post Partum Depression

Discuss health and exercise tips, join a support forum for weight management, loss, or toning.

Sub-Forums: Weight Management During Pregnancy, Weight Loss, Toning

The place to discuss different birth options, the differences related to them, and things you need to know about labor and delivery

Sub-Forums: Unmedicated Birth, Medical or Assisted Birth

This is not medical advice nor information endorsed by APA, but it is a place to talk about safety things: car seats, pool, etc.

Miscarriage and stillbirth is a difficult experience to process. Join other ladies who want to be there for each other and offer their support.

Come here to discuss Special Challenges your child may have. From Premies to Gifted Children, share your experiences and support here with other moms

Sub-Forums: Gifted Children, Special Needs, NICU/Preemie, Birth Defects

A Memorial Forum for the members of APA that experience a loss.

Want to talk about something other than pregnancy? Here's the place!

Just a fun place to share the jokes and games that lighten life. An escape when you just need to laugh.

A place to come when your are worked up, angry or frustrated and you just need to vent. A place to post that hard to believe, sad or disturbing news stories.

(Formerly Recommended Buys, and Not a Good Idea!) Items you think every expecting/new mom and dad, or baby, should have. Or things you wish you had never purchased (or received as a gift) that just haven't turned out as you expected. Share your opinions and recommendations here!

Helping moms and families provide for their families with cost saving ideas.

A place where APA members can post items for sale, giveaway, or exchange. Please read the announcement before posting. Enjoy!

A place to come and share activities, crafts, traditions and anything else FUN related to the holidays.