Terms & Conditions

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Welcome to GentleStart.org (“we,” “our,” or “us”).
By visiting or using this website, you agree to the following Terms & Conditions. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the site.

GentleStart.org exists to offer calm, supportive guidance for families during pregnancy and the first year of life—without pressure, judgment, or rigid philosophies.

1. Purpose of This Website

GentleStart.org is an informational and educational resource focused on:

  • Newborn and early infancy guidance

  • Gentle routines and bonding

  • Emotional attunement and development

  • Calm home environments

  • Urban and apartment-friendly parenting adaptations

The content is designed to support thoughtful decision-making—not to replace professional care or expertise.

2. Medical & Developmental Disclaimer

All information provided on GentleStart.org is for general educational purposes only.

  • We are not medical professionals

  • Content is not a substitute for medical, mental health, or developmental advice

  • Always consult qualified professionals (pediatricians, healthcare providers, therapists) for individual concerns

Parenting and infant development vary widely. What works for one family may not work for another.

3. Evidence-Aware, Not Prescriptive

GentleStart.org:

  • Is not anti-medical

  • Does not promote rigid parenting philosophies

  • Does not offer one-size-fits-all solutions

We aim to present evidence-informed perspectives while respecting parental intuition, cultural context, and real-world constraints.

You remain fully responsible for how you interpret and apply any information.

4. Use of Content

All content on GentleStart.org—including text, graphics, and design—is the intellectual property of GentleStart.org unless otherwise stated.

You may:

  • Read and share links to our content

  • Print or save content for personal, non-commercial use

You may not:

  • Copy, republish, or redistribute content without permission

  • Use content for commercial purposes

  • Modify or present our materials as your own

5. Affiliate Links & Recommendations

Some pages may include affiliate links. This means we may earn a small commission if you make a purchase—at no additional cost to you.

We only recommend products or services that align with our values of:

  • Safety

  • Simplicity

  • Practicality

  • Evidence awareness

Affiliate relationships never override our editorial integrity.

6. User Responsibility

By using this website, you acknowledge that:

  • You use information at your own discretion

  • Parenting outcomes are influenced by many factors beyond website content

  • GentleStart.org is not liable for decisions or outcomes based on site materials

7. External Links

GentleStart.org may link to third-party websites for additional information or resources.

We do not control external websites and are not responsible for:

  • Their content

  • Their privacy policies

  • Their practices or accuracy

Visiting external links is at your own discretion.

8. Community Conduct (If Applicable)

If comments, newsletters, or community features are available:

  • Please engage respectfully

  • Avoid judgmental, harmful, or promotional content

  • Keep interactions supportive and constructive

We reserve the right to moderate or remove content that conflicts with these values.

9. Limitation of Liability

GentleStart.org is not liable for:

  • Direct or indirect damages

  • Health, emotional, or developmental outcomes

  • Losses arising from use of site content

Use of this website is entirely at your own risk.

10. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms & Conditions as the site evolves.
Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

11. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms & Conditions, please contact us:

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Website: GentleStart.org