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… Pregnancy: Hemorrhoids and Constipation On this page: … sitting for long periods, especially on hard chairs. Keep your health professional informed of any problems you are … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
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… Medicines During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … pregnancy It can be hard to know if a medicine is safe for your baby. Most medicines are not studied in pregnant women. … as Benadryl) Some over-the-counter cold medicines Talk to your doctor or midwife about any medicines you take. This …
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… Pregnancy: Relationship Changes On this page: Overview … Information Overview Pregnancy starts a new phase of your relationship with your partner. You can expect a natural shift in roles. It's …
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… Post-Term Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview Most pregnancies last 37 to 42 weeks. Your pregnancy is post-term (or post-date) when you are at 42 or more weeks. When you get to 40 weeks, your doctor will look at your health and the baby's health …
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… Smoking: Problems With Pregnancy On this page: Overview … Overview When you're pregnant, everything you put in your body can affect your baby. If you smoke, your baby is exposed to chemicals …
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… Sex During Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview If your pregnancy is progressing without problems, it's okay to have vaginal intercourse. Talk to your doctor if you have concerns or questions. Sex during …
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… Swelling During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … normal fluid buildup during pregnancy. It's most common in your face, hands, or feet. As your pregnancy continues, your uterus puts pressure on blood …
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… Fatigue During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … the first and third trimesters. During the first trimester, your developing baby (fetus) is growing quickly. Your body is producing higher levels of progesterone . This …
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… Fever During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … viral illness that causes a fever during pregnancy or after your delivery. Mild fevers that last only a short time … serious problem, such as a bacterial infection . Talk to your doctor if: A fever develops and you have other health …
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… Pregnancy: Kick Counts On this page: Overview Overview Counting your baby's movements is one way your doctor can tell that your baby is healthy. Most …
