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… of urine. Bladder infections during pregnancy may increase your risk of kidney infections , miscarriage , and having a premature or low-birth-weight baby. The inability to urinate (retention) may be caused by … can become blocked by a blood clot or bladder stone . Call your doctor if you are unable to urinate during your
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… Regular day routines Implement daytime routines and habits. Your toddler thrives on routine Keep a regular nap schedule, even on weekends (if possible). When your day is very busy and naps are missed, your toddler may not sleep well at night Try to have your
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… concerns and their symptoms early on, you will know when your child needs to see an eye doctor. How developed is my … have a family history. If you know of vision concerns in your family, your child's eyes should be examined by an eye doctor …
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… based on a medical history and physical examination. Your doctor will ask you questions about your symptoms, foods you have recently eaten, and your work and home environments. A blood test or spinal …
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… Anemia during a healthy pregnancy is common. Anemia means your red blood cell level is low. It can happen when you're pregnant because your body is working hard to make more blood to help your baby grow. Sometimes anemia during pregnancy can be caused …
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… Supportive partners A supportive partner can help to ease your fears and frustrations. Sharing a healthy lifestyle … and classes and is actively involved in caring for your baby, including encouraging and assisting with breastfeeding. Talk with your partner about your parenting plans, …
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… updated August 5, 2013 After giving birth, the area around your vagina needs special care.   Find advice on coping with … again before your period returns and while you are breastfeeding. If you do not want another pregnancy, use birth … healed. Menstruation Your period may not start while your baby's only source of food is breastfeeding. If you do not …
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… Separated pubic symphysis The left and right bones of your pelvic girdle are joined at the front by a narrow … be painful. You can feel the pubic symphysis by pressing on your lower front pelvic bone, just above your genital area. … Fractured tailbone During childbirth, pressure from the baby's head can fracture the tailbone (coccyx) . A fractured …