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Pregnancy: Hot Tub and Sauna Use On this page: Overview … It can harm your developing baby (fetus). It's most harmful during the early weeks when the organs are forming. Experts … use. But they do advise caution. footnote 1 Hyperthermia during the first weeks of pregnancy has been linked to …
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… Week 8 of Pregnancy: What's Going On Inside On this page: Overview … Pregnancy can be exciting, mysterious, and exhausting. During pregnancy, your body does a ton of work to support … Pregnancy can be exciting, mysterious, and exhausting. During pregnancy, your body does a ton of work to support …
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Pregnancy: Vaginal Discharge and Leaking Fluid On this page: … Overview Abnormal vaginal discharge Changing hormone levels during pregnancy can affect the normal balance of organisms … Overview Abnormal vaginal discharge Changing hormone levels during pregnancy can affect the normal balance of organisms …
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… Physical activity when planning a pregnancy Last updated August 2, 2013 Overview Being active … beneficial for health, especially when you're planning a pregnancy. Research shows that just 30 minutes a day can … and take the stairs whenever possible. Plan breaks during the day to stretch or go for a walk or a quick bike …
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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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Pregnancy After Weight-Loss (Bariatric) Surgery On this … and gestational diabetes . Reduce how much weight you gain during pregnancy. It might also reduce your risk of needing … dietitian may work with you to make sure you're getting the nutrition you need and to help you plan meals. You may need …
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… Bipolar Disorder: Helping Someone During a Manic Episode On this page: Overview Related … unusual or hurtful things. Here are some ways you can help during a manic episode. Spend time with the person. People … questions honestly. But don't argue or debate with a person during a manic episode. Avoid intense conversation. Don't …
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… Supporting Someone During Inpatient Mental Health Treatment On this page: … locked. And you may not be allowed to have your phone during visits. If you have worries, avoid talking about them … locked. And you may not be allowed to have your phone during visits. If you have worries, avoid talking about them …
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Pregnancy: Stretch Marks, Itching, and Skin Changes On this … Overview Overview Common skin changes during pregnancy include stretch marks, darkening of parts … fade after pregnancy. Acne may either get worse or clear up during pregnancy. Stretch marks Stretch marks are lines on …
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… How Birth Control Methods Prevent Pregnancy On this page: Overview … awareness (natural family planning) Identifies the time during a woman's cycle when she is most likely to become … (fertile). An extra method or abstinence should be used during this time of fertility. Permanent birth control …