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… Home Pregnancy Tests On this page: Test Overview Why It Is Done … or hCG) in a sample of urine. High levels of hCG are made during pregnancy. The home tests have similar results to the … or hCG) in a sample of urine. High levels of hCG are made during pregnancy. The home tests have similar results to the …
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… Multiple Pregnancy: Should I Consider a Multifetal Pregnancy … heart. The dead embryo or fetus is absorbed by the mother's body. This is similar to what happens with vanishing twin … three or more fetuses You will see your doctor more often during your pregnancy. You will likely see a perinatologist. …
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… Pregnancy: Hemorrhoids and Constipation On this page: … pain are common hemorrhoid symptoms. Hemorrhoids are common during pregnancy, because: The enlarged uterus places extra … of the large intestine. Constipation, a common problem during pregnancy, causes less frequent and more strained …
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… Pregnancy: Varicose Veins On this page: Overview Related … legs, but they can also affect the vulva . They are common during pregnancy. When the growing uterus puts pressure on … get them. Avoiding varicose veins Varicose veins are common during pregnancy. To lower your risk, use measures that are …
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… Pregnancy: Dropping (Lightening) On this page: Overview … but the feet or a shoulder can present first. Station During the last month, your doctor will estimate how far the … but the feet or a shoulder can present first. Station During the last month, your doctor will estimate how far the …
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… VBAC: Participation During Birth On this page: Overview … in a vaginal birth than you can in a caesarean delivery. During a caesarean, the mother gets either a regional … through her baby's birth. This most often happens during an emergency caesarean. If regional anesthetic is …
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… Pregnancy: Vegetarian Diet On this page: Overview Related … from meats. Eat foods that contain vitamin C to help your body absorb iron from a meal. Get plenty of calcium. If you … zinc. Zinc from plant foods is poorly absorbed by the body, so make an effort to get enough zinc in your diet. …
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… Helping Children During Immunizations On this page: Overview Related … or she is not hungry or tired. You can also help your baby during and after the shot by providing gentle comfort and … before the shot. Provide your baby comfort and reassurance during and after the shot. Breastfeed. Wrap your older baby …
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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 …
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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 placenta or pre-eclampsia , which may cause pregnancy loss. This syndrome is treated with blood-thinning …
