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… Alcohol and smoking after pregnancy Last updated January 18, 2018 Drinking and smoking … public health nurse, pharmacist or HealthLinkBC at 8-1-1 about getting help. The Alcohol and Drug Information and … of your baby as a motivator. … Alcohol and smoking after pregnancy …
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… Getting your pregnancy passport Last updated August 8, 2013 Pregnancy is … Pregnancy Passport includes: Information for you to think about and discuss with your care provider relating to your needs throughout your pregnancy, birth, and after your baby is born Information about the …
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… Pregnancy: Deciding Where to Deliver On this page: Overview … , you can decide to have your baby in a hospital, in a birthing centre, or at home. Each of these options has pros and cons. Things you may want to think about include: Who you want to deliver your baby. What …
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… is different from men, who continuously make more sperm. About once a month, an egg is released from one of a woman's … also meaning that pregnancy has begun. Birth Control Menarche Preparing for a Healthy Pregnancy …
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… Your health during pregnancy Last updated December 5, 2024 Overview Making your … physical wellbeing will help you and your baby. Learn more about your health during pregnancy in this section. Finding … Pregnancy: Healthy weight gain Exercise during pregnancy Sex during pregnancy Sexually transmitted infections during …
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… Rh Sensitization During Pregnancy On this page: … test until delivery. Your baby will have a blood test at birth. If the newborn has Rh-positive blood, you will have … to see if you were sensitized during late pregnancy or childbirth. How is it prevented? If you have Rh-negative blood …
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… Using drugs during pregnancy Last updated August 28, 2024 Street drugs and some … you’re pregnant can increase the risk of miscarriage, stillbirth and preterm delivery. You may also eat poorly, not get … of becoming pregnant, talk to your health care provider about any drugs or medications you are taking, even if you …
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… Choosing where to give birth - hospital or home? Last updated August 9, 2013 A key … you go into labour before 37 weeks or after 42 weeks of pregnancy you have a medical condition such as high blood … You’ll also get information from a public health nurse about services available through the public health office …
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… Risks and complications during pregnancy Last updated December 5, 2024 Overview During pregnancy, you may have many questions about your health and potential complications that can occur … such as diabetes, miscarriage or congenital anomalies (birth defects). This does not happen to everyone. Many …
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… progresses. Medical history Your doctor or midwife will ask about your medical history. This helps your care provider … plan the best possible care for your pregnancy and childbirth. Things you'll be asked about include: Your menstrual … fibrosis, sickle cell disease, and Tay-Sachs disease. Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as gonorrhea and …
