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… Swelling During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … some mild swelling because of normal fluid buildup during pregnancy. It's most common in your face, hands, or feet. As your pregnancy continues, your
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… Preparing for a Healthy Pregnancy On this page: Overview … Overview Even before you get pregnant, you can help make your pregnancy as healthy as possible. Take these steps: See … physical activity over a minimum of 3 days per week. Immunizations and Pregnancy
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… Anemia During Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview What is anemia during pregnancy? Anemia during a healthy pregnancy is common. Anemia means your red blood cell level is low. It can happen when you're …
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Pregnancy: Hair Changes On this page: Overview Related … Overview Hormonal changes during pregnancy can affect how your hair looks and feels. Hair loss slows down, and hair … and be replaced. So you lose more hair than usual in the first year after childbirth. Pregnancy
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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 … without an obvious cause comes back more than once in 3 weeks. A fever with an increase in vaginal discharge or a …
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… Toxoplasmosis During Pregnancy On this page: … a baby and are worried that you may have toxoplasmosis, ask your doctor about getting tested. Routine testing is not … problems later on. How can you prevent toxoplasmosis during pregnancy? There are several things you can do to avoid …
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… Caffeine During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … Overview Many women have caffeine during pregnancy. And in small amounts, caffeine is safe for the baby. It's a good idea to keep your caffeine intake below 300 mg a day. Limiting your
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… Antiphospholipid Syndrome and Pregnancy On this page: Overview … of this syndrome is an early miscarriage. Or, later in the pregnancy, this syndrome may lead to problems with the … disorders can cause similar pregnancy problems. Your doctor can test for blood-clotting disorders. Related …
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… Breastfeeding During Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview You usually can continue breastfeeding your child if you become pregnant. If you breastfeed while … be aware of the following issues: Breastfeeding during pregnancy is not recommended if you are at risk for preterm …
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Pregnancy: Varicose Veins On this page: Overview Related … but they can also affect the vulva . They are common during pregnancy. When the growing uterus puts pressure on the … veins Varicose veins are common during pregnancy. To lower your risk, use measures that are safe during pregnancy. …