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… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … your eyes closed during application, you may need to have another person help you apply this medication. Children will … not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or …
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… valve stenosis . Pulmonic valve regurgitation . How does your heart's pumping system work? Your heart is divided into two separate pumping systems-right and left: The right side of your heart receives oxygen-poor blood from your veins and …
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… looking a little more pregnant on the outside. And inside, your baby is starting to look more human and may even have sprouted a little bit of hair. Wondering what your baby looks like at 16 weeks? Your baby is now about the size of an avocado. Average baby …
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… On Inside On this page: Overview Overview At 28 weeks, your baby may be moving a lot more—and possibly keeping you … sleep during the day and are awake at night. Wondering what your baby looks like at 28 weeks? Your baby is now about the size of a butternut squash. …
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… stage of labour begins with full dilation and ends with your baby's birth. It can take anywhere from a few minutes … through the vaginal opening. Baby's head pushes against mother’s perineum. Fetal heart rate is checked every five … or after every contraction. Baby's head is usually facing mother’s spine. As baby’s head first emerges, it will slip …
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… Exercise is one of the best things you can do to help keep your muscles strong and reduce joint pain and stiffness. And … you exercise. Before you get started, ask your doctor or another health professional, such as physical therapist or … for you. Exercise for less time or with less effort. Try another exercise that doesn't cause pain. Health Tools Health …
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… fourth stage labour Babies often breastfeed or nuzzle mother's breast. Fatigue from blood loss during labour. Body … shakes. Difficulty peeing due to swelling. Tips for you and your support person Ask for more warm blankets as you need them. Place an ice pack (wrapped in a towel) between your legs to decrease swelling in your perineal area. Drink …
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… on demand. This means that you breastfeed or bottle-feed your infant whenever they show signs of hunger, rather than … By 2 months, most babies have a set feeding routine. But your baby's routine may change at times, such as during growth spurts when your baby may be hungry more often. At around 3 months of …
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… this page: Overview Overview Your nutrition needs increase during pregnancy. Your body needs protein , carbohydrate , and fats for … to make sure you get enough iron and folic acid. Your daily calories needs In the first trimester, you'll …
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… On Inside On this page: Overview Overview Around this time, your baby is getting ready to do a very important thing that … need to do in the outside world: Breathe. Wondering what your baby looks like at 32 weeks? Your baby is now about the size of a cabbage. Average baby …