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… this page: Overview Overview Counting your baby's movements is one way your doctor can tell that your baby is healthy. Most women—especially in a first …
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… need a friend to exchange massages. Use these steps to give your friend a shoulder and neck massage. Have your friend sit straight but comfortably in a chair. Place your hands on your friend's shoulders. Knead the two muscles …
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… results in the birth of a healthy baby. Many things affect your chances of conceiving and carrying a healthy pregnancy, with or without treatment. Major ones include: Your age and how long you've been trying to conceive. Your age (and the age of your egg supply) has a big impact …
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… Information Overview Try the following home treatment if your hands get cold easily and become pale, cool, and painful: Wave your arms in a circular motion to force blood out into your hands. Blow warm air onto cold hands. Tuck your hands …
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… Tips for soothing Last updated August 11, 2013 Babies generally cry because they're … for affection. But sometimes, you can try everything and your baby won't stop crying. Here are some tips that may help soothe and calm your baby down. Snuggle your baby close to your chest. Check …
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… Support teams for new parents Last updated August 6, 2013 A strong support network is important … Supportive partners A supportive partner can help to ease your fears and frustrations. Sharing a healthy lifestyle … and after pregnancy is important. It’s also helpful if your partner shares in physical activities, attends …
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… Vaginal care after giving birth Last updated August 5, 2013 After giving birth, the area around your vagina needs special care. Find advice on coping with … Discomfort After a vaginal delivery, the area between your legs may be sore, bruised and swollen. If you have …
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… something many people use for back pain. And you can do it yourself with a tennis ball. To help you relax, you could … first, or do a few stretches. But that's up to you. Lie on your back. Keep your knees bent and your feet flat on the floor. Put the …
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… Overview In a COPD attack or flare-up, your usual symptoms suddenly get worse. You have more … have a COPD action plan, follow the plan. In general: Use your quick-relief inhaler as directed by your doctor. If your symptoms do not get better after you …
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… Using drugs during pregnancy Last updated August 28, 2024 Street drugs and some pharmaceutical drugs can be harmful for you and for your developing baby during pregnancy. Using street drugs … to help you understand how certain drugs might affect your pregnancy and to help you manage or even stop your drug …
