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… Alcohol or Drug Use During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … to be born. It can also affect your baby both before and after birth. The best time to stop using alcohol and drugs is …
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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 … activities are best for strengthening the heart and lungs. Try: brisk walking, cycling, dancing, and continuous …
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… Miscarriage: Should I Have Treatment to Complete a Miscarriage? Decision … FAQs What is a miscarriage? A miscarriage is the loss of a pregnancy during the first 20 weeks. (After 20 weeks, … tapered off. It took me a while before I was ready to try to get pregnant again, and I met with a counsellor to …
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… Headaches: Should I Take Medicine to Prevent Migraines? Decision Point … are mild to moderate, doctors recommend that you first try an over-the-counter pain medicine, such as aspirin, … can cause birth defects if they are taken during pregnancy. Botox can cause severe weakness in the muscles of …
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… Basic Dental Care From Birth to 16 Years On this page: Overview … his or her own teeth at about 3 years of age. Children should be brushing their own teeth, morning and night, by … - Family Medicine Arden Christen DDS, MSD, MA, FACD - Dentistry Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise …
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… Health care providers during pregnancy Last updated December 5, 2024 Overview When you … many community services available to you before, during and after pregnancy. Choosing where to give birth hospital or home Getting your pregnancy passport …
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… Kidney Failure: Should I Start Dialysis? Decision Point You may want to have … you can talk to your doctor about them. Kidney Failure: Should I Start Dialysis? 1 Get the Facts 2 Compare Options 3 … Most people feel better within a week or two after starting dialysis. But it can sometimes take longer to …
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… Pelvic Organ Prolapse: Should I Have Surgery? Decision Point You may want to have a … at home that make your pelvic muscles stronger. And you can try pelvic floor physiotherapy. If you choose, your doctor … (restorative surgery). Surgery to close the vagina (vaginal obliteration). This surgery is only an option if you …
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… Diabetes: Should I Get an Insulin Pump? Decision Point You may want to … so that you can talk to your doctor about them. Diabetes: Should I Get an Insulin Pump? 1 Get the Facts 2 Compare … because you can program it to match your changing schedule. After you learn how to work with a pump, it can make living …
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… Managing Emotional Changes During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … to take care of your body—and your emotions—during pregnancy. So don't hesitate to ask friends and family for … each day. Find what works best for you. Maybe you'd like to try yoga, meditation, or guided imagery. Write about your …
