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Pregnancy: Vaginal Discharge and Leaking Fluid On this page: … Abnormal vaginal discharge Changing hormone levels during pregnancy can affect the normal balance of organisms in the … infections (STIs) . BV or an STI can affect your pregnancy, so be sure to talk with your doctor and get …
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… Managing bowel movements after pregnancy Last updated August 5, 2013 Women who have … that bulge out around your anus. Hemorrhoids can develop in pregnancy or from the pushing and straining of childbirth. … resources After childbirth: urination and bowel problems Pregnancy: hemorrhoids and constipation … Managing bowel …
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… Managing Emotional Changes During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … to take care of your body—and your emotions—during pregnancy. So don't hesitate to ask friends and family for … group for pregnant women or new moms. Pregnancy Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: …
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… Eating Right When You Have More Than One Health Problem On this page: Overview Related … Overview Eating right may seem hard to do if you have more than one health problem. You may be given diet … In a few cases, the diet for one health condition may be more important than the diet for another condition. For …
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Pregnancy: Stretch Marks, Itching, and Skin Changes On this … Overview Common skin changes during pregnancy include stretch marks, darkening of parts of the … better. Avoid hot showers and baths. Hot water takes off more of your skin's natural oils. After bathing, pat excess …
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… Week 16 of Pregnancy: What's Going On Inside On this page: Overview Overview By now, you may be looking a little more pregnant on the outside. And inside, your baby is … neck to the sides of their head. By the end of 14 weeks of pregnancy, their sex organs are starting to develop. It will …
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… Quitting Smoking and Avoiding Smoke During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … whose mothers breathe other people's tobacco smoke during pregnancy are more likely to have health problems. Smoking during …
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Pregnancy After Weight-Loss (Bariatric) Surgery On this … in how you eat and drink. How can the surgery affect pregnancy? If you had weight-loss surgery, experts suggest … talk to your doctor or midwife about how you can slowly get more active. Some people may have a hard time with the idea …
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… Week 36 of Pregnancy: What's Going On Inside On this page: Overview … a lot of time upside down. This "head-down" position can be more comfortable for your baby because of the pear shape of … and legs look chubby. If your baby is born after week 36 of pregnancy, the chances of healthy survival are very good. …
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… Week 28 of Pregnancy: What's Going On Inside On this page: Overview … Overview At 28 weeks, your baby may be moving a lot more—and possibly keeping you up at night! Believe it or … at certain times of the day and night. At about 24 weeks of pregnancy, a baby's lungs are starting to make surfactant, …