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… Breastfeeding During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … be aware of the following issues: Breastfeeding during pregnancy is not recommended if you are at risk for preterm … stimulate uterine contractions, which can lead to premature birth. You need additional calories and nutrients if you …
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… Diabetes: Preparing for Pregnancy On this page: Overview … treatment changes. Possible blood sugar problems during pregnancy. For example, many women have low blood sugar in … to your baby. Your diabetes will put your baby at risk for birth defects. This is especially true if you don't keep …
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… Down Syndrome, Ages Birth to 1 Month On this page: … are of questionable benefit. Talk with your doctor before trying a treatment that your doctor has not specifically … want to discuss how the condition may be diagnosed during pregnancy. Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: …
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… Home Pregnancy Tests On this page: Test Overview Why It Is Done … period. But most test kits are more accurate about a week after a missed period. Why It Is Done A home pregnancy test … or a clinic. General instructions For any home test, you should follow some general guidelines: Check the expiration …
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… Dental Care From Birth to 6 Months On this page: Overview … dental care really starts with his or her mother's healthy pregnancy, because baby teeth begin to form before birth. If … be sure to get enough vitamins and minerals. Pregnant women should have a complete dental examination and have any …
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… Pain relief options for labour and birth Last updated January 30, 2018 Pain is a natural part … relief may not be complete. Some women report headaches after an epidural. Benefits Used at any time during labour … medication can be increased if needed. May be used for a C-section so mother can be awake during birth. Women don't …
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… Fatigue During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … feel tired. Caring for yourself when you're tired During pregnancy, your body is doing a lot of hard work. Try these tips when you feel tired. Take breaks. And take a …
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… Travel During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … your belly. Remove any slack in the seat belt. Run the shoulder belt between your breasts and around (not over) … to 25 cm (10 in.) or more. Do not turn off the air bags. Try not to drive for more than 4 hours a day. On long trips, …
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… Infertility: Should I Have Treatment? Decision Point You may want to have … 5 Quiz Yourself 6 Your Summary Get the facts Your options Try infertility treatment. Don't try treatment. Keep trying … chances of having more than one baby at a time (multiple pregnancy). Be sure to discuss the risks with your doctor. …
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… Pregnancy: Hair Changes On this page: Overview Related … your belly, face, or back. This is normal during pregnancy. After pregnancy, your hair's growth cycle returns to normal. … you lose more hair than usual in the first year after childbirth. Pregnancy Current as of: …
