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… Fewer days in the hospital and a shorter recovery at home. A lower risk of infection. A more active role for you … Try Vaginal Birth After a Past C-Section (VBAC)? As with a first-time childbirth, even if you are a good candidate for … very large [bigger than 4000 g (9 lb) ]. You are beyond 40 weeks of pregnancy. Your last pregnancy was less than 19 …
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… you're pregnant and - especially if you’re pregnant for the first time - it's not always easy to know when to ask for … your healthcare providers' policies regarding phone calls, home visits, and on call coverage. Once you know who will be … with rubella (German measles) there's a danger to your baby if you develop rubella during your pregnancy Rashes of …
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… is cut at birth, a stump of tissue remains attached to your baby's belly button (navel). The stump gradually dries and shrivels until it falls off, usually 1 to 2 weeks after birth. It is important that you keep the … in 1 or 2 weeks. Sometimes the stump falls off before the first week. Other times, the stump may stay longer. You may …
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… problem that occurs during pregnancy or birth or within the first 2 to 3 years of life. It can happen if the baby … accidents, like non-fatal drowning. This helps keep your home safe as your child grows and develops. Learn the signs … doctor may be able to find the problem within the first few weeks of your child's life. But even when a baby has CP at …
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… doctor. This medication is usually given weekly for the first 6 weeks and then less often thereafter as directed by your … is given in a hospital or clinic and will not be stored at home. Information last revised January 2023. Copyright(c) …
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… plan to become pregnant. This medication may harm an unborn baby and cause problems with normal labor/delivery. It is not recommended for use in pregnancy from 20 weeks until delivery. If your doctor decides that you need … Information last revised January 2023. Copyright(c) 2023 First Databank, Inc. Selected from data included with …
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… Detects chances of genetic abnormalities. If you miss the first blood test (between 10 and 14 weeks), you may still have the second blood test (at 15 to … result accuracy. Ultrasounds (18-20 weeks): Checks the baby’s development and position Provides estimated due date …
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… is not recommended while using this drug and for 2 weeks after stopping treatment. Consult your doctor before … medication is given in a clinic and will not be stored at home. Medical Alert Your condition can cause complications … Information last revised February 2023. Copyright(c) 2023 First Databank, Inc. Selected from data included with …
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… breast-feeding while using this drug and for at least 2 weeks after the last dose is not recommended. Consult your … is given in a hospital or clinic and will not be stored at home. Medical Alert Your condition can cause complications … Information last revised February 2023. Copyright(c) 2023 First Databank, Inc. Selected from data included with …
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… while you are using melphalan. Melphalan may harm an unborn baby. Women of childbearing age should ask about reliable … is given in a hospital or clinic and will not be stored at home. Medical Alert Your condition can cause complications … Information last revised December 2021. Copyright(c) 2023 First Databank, Inc. Selected from data included with …