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… Healthy physical activity in pregnancy Last updated August 8, 2013 It's never too late to start getting active, even if you're well into your pregnancy. Talk to your doctor or midwife first to make … breath - rest; check with your healthcare provider if you have a family history of heart problems headaches - make …
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… Pregnancy: Nosebleeds and Bleeding Gums On this page: … Overview You may get nosebleeds during pregnancy. That's because there is more blood flow to the … Follow the directions for cleaning the machine. You also have more blood flow to the mucous membranes of the mouth …
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… How Pregnancy (Conception) Occurs On this page: Overview Related … cycles begin, until menopause , when their cycles stop. A pregnancy starts with fertilization, when a woman's egg … tube that leads to the uterus. If a woman and a man have unprotected sexual intercourse, sperm that is …
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… Passing Tissue During Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview It may be hard to tell if you have passed tissue, because when you pass tissue you may … you pass tissue or have moderate bleeding any time during pregnancy, call your doctor immediately. If possible, …
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… Using drugs during pregnancy Last updated August 28, 2024 Street drugs and some … can be harmful for you and for your developing baby during pregnancy. Using street drugs when you’re pregnant can … with a low birth weight, experience withdrawal symptoms, or have their feeding and sleeping patterns affected. Your …
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… Breast Changes During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … appear on the areola. These bumps will go away after you have your baby. You may notice a yellowish discharge, called … gives you good support in the back and on the sides. Padded shoulder straps can help. You may find that bras made from …
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… Pregnancy: Chemicals, Cosmetics, and Radiation On this page: … Overview Chemical exposure Take care during pregnancy to protect your developing baby (fetus) from … can also be passed by a pregnant woman to her baby. If you have concerns about lead exposure, talk to your doctor. A …
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… Leg Cramps During Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview Leg cramps are common during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters. … feel warm, and look redder than the other leg. If you have any leg pain that doesn't go away (especially with leg …
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… Multiple Pregnancy: Preterm Birth On this page: Overview Overview Pregnancy normally lasts about 40 weeks. When delivery … to eat, breathe, or stay warm on their own. They may also have jaundice, infection, or anemia. After delivery, the …
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… Pregnancy: Prenatal Visit Schedule On this page: Overview Overview As your pregnancy moves along, your prenatal visits will happen more often. So you'll have the chance to get to know your doctor or midwife well. …
