Privacy Policy
Welcome to First Time Mom Guide. Your privacy matters to us. This page explains what information we collect when you visit our website, why we collect it, and the choices you have. We have kept the language simple on purpose.
By using firsttimemomguide.com, you agree to the practices described here. If you do not agree, please do not use the site.
1. Who We Are
First Time Mom Guide (“we”, “us”, “our”) is an information website for new and expecting mothers. We publish articles on pregnancy, newborn care, baby food, and early parenting.
Contact: contact.firsttimemomguide@gmail.com
2. Information We Collect
Information you give us
We only get this when you choose to share it:
- Your name and email address if you fill out a contact form
- Your name and email address if you join our newsletter (if we offer one)
- Your name, email, and website if you leave a comment
- Anything you write in a message to us
Information collected automatically
When you visit, our website and our service providers may collect:
- Your IP address (usually shortened or anonymized)
- Browser type and device type
- Pages you visit and how long you stay
- The website or social platform that sent you to us (for example, Pinterest or Google)
- Approximate location (country or city level, not your exact address)
We do not collect sensitive personal details such as your health records, your baby’s medical details, or payment card numbers through this website.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Run and improve the website
- Reply to your messages
- Send newsletters or updates, only if you signed up
- Understand which articles are most useful so we can write better ones
- Keep the site secure and stop spam
- Follow the law
We do not sell your personal information.
4. Cookies and Similar Technology
Cookies are small files saved on your device. They remember your preferences and tell us how people use the site.
We may use:
- Essential cookies: needed for the site to work properly
- Analytics cookies: show us which pages are popular
- Advertising cookies: used by ad partners to show ads (only if ads are active on the site)
You can block or delete cookies in your browser settings. The site will still work, but some features may not.
5. Third-Party Services
We may work with outside companies to run the site. Each has its own privacy policy.
Note for site owner: Keep only the services you actually use and delete the rest before publishing.
- Google Analytics: measures website traffic. Learn more at policies.google.com/privacy
- Google AdSense or other ad networks: show ads. Google and its partners may use cookies to show ads based on your visits to this and other sites. You can manage ad settings at adssettings.google.com
- Pinterest, Instagram, and other social buttons: if you click or share through these, those platforms may collect information under their own policies
- Email service provider (for example, Mailchimp or ConvertKit): stores newsletter subscriber emails
- Web hosting provider: stores website data securely
6. Affiliate Links and Disclosure
Some articles may contain affiliate links. If you click a link and buy something, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. We only mention products we believe are relevant to our readers. Affiliate partners may place cookies on your device to track the referral.
7. Comments and User Content
If you leave a comment, the comment and your name may be shown publicly. Please do not share private details such as your phone number, home address, or your child’s full name or medical information in comments. We may remove comments that are spam, harmful, or off-topic.
8. How Long We Keep Your Information
We keep your information only as long as needed for the purposes above. Newsletter emails are kept until you unsubscribe. Messages sent through the contact form are kept for a reasonable time so we can answer you, then deleted.
9. Keeping Your Information Safe
We take sensible steps to protect your data, such as using a secure (HTTPS) connection and trusted hosting. No website can promise perfect security, but we work to keep your information protected.
10. Your Rights
Depending on where you live, you may have the right to:
- Ask what personal information we hold about you
- Ask us to correct or delete it
- Ask us to stop using it for certain purposes
- Withdraw your consent at any time
- Unsubscribe from emails using the link at the bottom of any email
To make a request, email us at [your-email@firsttimemomguide.com]. We will reply within a reasonable time.
For visitors in the European Union, UK, and similar regions
We process your data based on your consent, our legitimate interest in running the website, or legal need. You also have the right to complain to your local data protection authority.
For visitors in California
You can ask us what categories of personal information we collect and request deletion. We do not sell personal information.
11. Children’s Privacy
This website is written for parents and caregivers, not for children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 13. If you believe a child has sent us personal information, please contact us and we will delete it.
12. Links to Other Websites
Our articles may link to other sites. We do not control those sites and are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Please read their policies before sharing any information.
13. Medical Information Notice
Content on this website is for general information only. It is not medical advice and does not replace a visit to your doctor, midwife, or pediatrician. Always speak to a qualified health professional about your own health or your baby’s health.
14. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. When we do, we will change the “Last updated” date at the top of this page. Please check back now and then.
15. Contact Us
Questions about this policy? Write to us:
Email: contact.firsttimemomguide@gmail.com
Website: firsttimemomguide.com