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… Alcohol or Drug Use During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … One of the most important things you can do when you're pregnant is to avoid alcohol and drugs. During pregnancy, … how bones form Learning problems Cannabis Early (preterm) labour Low birth weight Learning and development problems …
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… Basics Health Tools Cause What Increases Your Risk Prevention Symptoms What Happens When to Call a Doctor … diabetes is high blood sugar that first occurs during pregnancy. High blood sugar can cause problems for you and … blood sugar level is within a target range. Tests during labour and delivery You and your baby will be monitored …
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Prenatal classes in the third trimester Last updated August 5, 2013 Prenatal classes can help you and your partner plan for what you can expect - physically and … pregnancy Pregnancy changes and coping strategies Preterm labour or low birth weight babies Physical activity during …
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… Placenta Previa On this page: … the placenta forms low in the uterus and covers all or part of the cervix. Placenta previa can cause problems such … bleeding can range from light to heavy. Symptoms of preterm labour. These include regular contractions and aches or …
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… can't stay tightly closed during the second trimester of pregnancy. Instead, the cervix opens (dilates) with little … before 24 weeks. This can lead to miscarriage or birth of a premature baby . You may also hear this condition called a … incompetent cervix. A weak cervix is different from preterm labour . Labour causes regular, painful contractions of the …
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Premature (Preterm) Infant On this page: Overview Health … in managing a health condition. Depression: Managing Postpartum Depression Delivery of Your Preterm Infant During preterm labour A preterm birth may happen suddenly or after days or …
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… The cut may be done to help deliver the baby or to help prevent the muscles and skin from tearing. The cut is made … footnote 1 In the past, an episiotomy was a very common part of childbirth. Most doctors no longer do these cuts … try doing perineal massage in the weeks before you go into labour. Or your provider might support your perineum with …
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… What is breech position? During most of pregnancy, there is enough room in the uterus for the baby (fetus) to change position. By 36 weeks of pregnancy, most babies turn into a head-down position. This … In some cases, breech position may be linked to early labour, twins or more, problems with the uterus, or problems …
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… Columbia, registered midwives offer primary health care to pregnant people and their newborn babies. They provide care during pregnancy, labour, birth and the postpartum period. Midwives are autonomous health professionals …
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… the following breathing patterns before you go into labour: Belly breathing In early labour, try belly breathing. As you inhale, expand your … breathing until the contraction stops. Labour and Delivery Current as of: November 9, 2022 …