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… Fitness: Getting and Staying Active On this page: … a moderate level of activity if you can talk but not sing during the activity. If you can't talk while you're doing … in children and teenagers , in older adults , and during pregnancy . Your health will thank you The more active you …
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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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… Healthy living during winter Last updated January 29, 2025 Download PDF: … your family can stay active throughout the winter: Fitness: Getting and Staying Active Keeping Children and Teenagers Active Physical Activity in Winter Quick Tips: Getting Active as a Family Quick Tips: Staying Active in …
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… Multiple Sclerosis and Pregnancy On this page: Overview … child-bearing years. Questions about whether MS affects getting pregnant or about labour and delivery are common. … or birth defects. Some women have fewer MS symptoms during pregnancy, then a temporary relapse after delivery. …
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… Getting Started With Flexibility and Stretching On this … going fast or making sudden movements. Don't push or bounce during a stretch. Hold each stretch for at least 15 to 30 … than you could when you started? If so, your flexibility is getting better. Do your stretching and flexibility exercises …
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… Smoking: Problems With Pregnancy On this page: Overview … monoxide. Babies whose mothers breathe second-hand smoke during pregnancy are also more likely to have health problems. Smoking during pregnancy increases the chance of: Placenta problems. …
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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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… Helping Children During Immunizations On this page: Overview Related … months) is less likely to be uncomfortable or upset after getting a shot if he or she is not hungry or tired. You can … you. See that your baby has a good nap 2 to 4 hours before getting the vaccine. Feed your baby 1 to 2 hours before the …
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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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… Diabetes: Preparing for Pregnancy On this page: Overview … your immunizations are up-to-date and whether you're getting enough folic acid. The safety of any prescription … you need treatment changes. Possible blood sugar problems during pregnancy. For example, many women have low blood …
