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… Dental Care From Birth to 6 Months On this page: Overview … dental care really starts with his or her mother's healthy pregnancy, because baby teeth begin to form before birth. If … be sure to get enough vitamins and minerals. Pregnant women should have a complete dental examination and have any …
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… Travel During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … your belly. Remove any slack in the seat belt. Run the shoulder belt between your breasts and around (not over) … to 25 cm (10 in.) or more. Do not turn off the air bags. Try not to drive for more than 4 hours a day. On long trips, …
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… Pain relief options for labour and birth Last updated January 30, 2018 Pain is a natural part … relief may not be complete. Some women report headaches after an epidural. Benefits Used at any time during labour … medication can be increased if needed. May be used for a C-section so mother can be awake during birth. Women don't …
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… Pregnancy: Hair Changes On this page: Overview Related … your belly, face, or back. This is normal during pregnancy. After pregnancy, your hair's growth cycle returns to normal. … you lose more hair than usual in the first year after childbirth. Pregnancy Current as of: …
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… Pregnancy: Hand Changes On this page: Overview Overview During pregnancy, changes in the hands are common. Mild swelling of … are caused by changing hormone levels. The symptoms go away after delivery. Moisturizers may give some relief. An …
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… Pregnancy: Hemorrhoids and Constipation On this page: … common hemorrhoid symptoms. Hemorrhoids are common during pregnancy, because: The enlarged uterus places extra … the anus clean by wiping carefully or using a squirt bottle after each bowel movement. Gently wipe from the front to the …
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… Birth Control Hormones: The Mini-Pill On this page: Overview Overview Mini-pills are used to prevent pregnancy. They release a regular dose of a hormone called … and another hormone called estrogen. Progestin prevents pregnancy in a few ways. It thickens the mucus in the …
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… Cancer During Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview Sometimes cancer and pregnancy can happen at the same time. The type of cancer treatment used during pregnancy depends on a number of things, including: How far …
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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 … Talk to your doctor about caffeine and nutrition during pregnancy. Miscarriage Missed or …
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… Planning your pregnancy Last updated January 28, 2025 Overview Information … what to avoid to ensure you’re healthy when planning your pregnancy. Adoption Resources if you are thinking about … ovulation, and support for fertility challenges. Ending a pregnancy Information about options and supports if you need …
