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01.29.10 Hits of the week

• Still reeling from the effects of the devastating earthquake recently, Haiti is now accepting breast milk donations via various organizations, like the Human Milk Banking Association, LaLeche League International, the International Lactation Consultants Association and the U.S. Breastfeeding Committee. If you would like to make monetary donations, glance through our list of baby- and children-related companies who are reaching out to help Haitian children in need.

• Scientists have linked a California mother's gum disease to her stillborn baby. To minimize the risks of dental problems while you're expecting, our experts recommend starting your pregnancy with a healthy mouth.

• A new study finds a high rate of "reproductive coercion" in abusive relationships. No matter the circumstances (happy or sad), unintended pregnancies come with a wide range of emotions, and all of your emotions are valid.

• Researchers find racial and sex-based biases when parents-to-be apply to adopt a baby. The path to becoming a family comes in all forms now—from IVF to adoption to egg donor—and are openly discussed.

• New British figures show that having a Cesarean section is not stopping new moms from breastfeeding. From buying that first nursing bra to deciding when to wean, throw yourself into our Ultimate Guide to Breastfeeding for everything you need to know about nursing.

• Do you know the pregnancy weight guidelines? Take this quiz to check your pound-by-pound know-how. Take a peek at our chart that breaks down where all of your pregnancy pounds go in your body.

• Want to catch a flick but don't have a babysitter? Some theaters now offer matinees for moms to enjoy films with other parents and babies without having worries about staying quiet. And don't forget about date night and other suggestions in our Taking Care of You Guide to help give you a relaxing mom-duty break from time to time.

• If you're a new mom and heading back to work soon, check out these four tips to help keep you sharp on the job despite 2 a.m. feedings. Going back to work after giving birth is not an easy transition. But here's our best advice on how to make it a little smoother.

• Pregnancy bed rest can take a toll on any woman. Check out these great gift ideas for a pregnant friend on bed rest—and then share with her our simple workout moves she can do in bed to give her a much-needed mood rest.

Maria Vega is Fit Pregnancy magazine's copy editor.