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… Last updated December 5, 2024 Overview From physical changes to getting the chance to see your baby for the first time - here's an overview of what to expect during the second trimester of your pregnancy. Your second trimester lasts from week 15 to 27: …
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… December 5, 2024 Overview Tests, appointments, physical changes – a lot happens during the first trimester of pregnancy. Find information that can help you through those …
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… or by a parent, child, or pet rolling onto the baby during sleep. What causes SIDS? The cause of SIDS is not … own. Avoid using items that prop the baby in one position during sleep. If your baby has a health condition that … Your baby can fall to the floor or slip between your body and the cushions and leave them unable to breathe. Have …
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… Information Check Your Symptoms Overview Breast lumps or changes are a common health worry. You may have many kinds … lumps worry about breast cancer. You might find a lump during a breast self-examination. Any breast symptoms can be … The medical assessment of symptoms is based on the body parts you have. If you are transgender or non-binary, …
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… what to expect in the third, and final, trimester of your pregnancy.  Your third trimester lasts from week 28 until … Week 40 of pregnancy: What's going on inside Medical care During your third trimester, you’ll see your healthcare … more: Check-ups and tests in the third trimester Physical changes You may experience a range of new physical changes
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… The medical assessment of symptoms is based on the body parts you have. If you are transgender or non-binary, … may include: A severe headache. A stiff neck. Mental changes, such as feeling confused or much less alert. … headache pain is moderate to severe. When to call for help during self-care Call a doctor if any of the following occur …
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… or 2 hormones similar to estrogen and progestin, which your body produces. It can have many clinical uses including: Preventing pregnancy (all methods) Gender-affirming/transition care … Pill) Acne control (some methods) Preventing heavy bleeding during menstruation (IUDs) Other uses Talk to your health …
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… in different ways. Some people have asthma attacks only during allergy season, or when they breathe in cold air, or … and inflammation in your airways can lead to permanent changes in your airways and harm your lungs. Many people … that have a small amount of certain allergens in them. Your body "gets used to" the allergen, so you react less to it …
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… an itchy rash and red spots or blisters (pox) all over the body. Chickenpox can cause problems for pregnant women, … especially important for pregnant women, since chickenpox during pregnancy can cause birth defects or serious newborn … Red, warm, and sore skin, or if the chickenpox rash changes to bigger open sores. These may be signs of serious …
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… deficiency anemia is a blood problem that occurs when your body doesn't have enough folate (folic acid). This B vitamin … dark green, leafy vegetables. Why is folic acid important during pregnancy? Folic acid helps prevent neural tube defects, …