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… Sleep Problems During Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview Sleep problems are common during pregnancy. Hormonal changes plus the discomforts of later pregnancy can break up the sleep cycle. First trimester. The …
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… Vaginal Bleeding During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … can be a sign of miscarriage or preterm labour during pregnancy in the first trimester . During the first trimester of pregnancy: Up to 25% of pregnant women have some spotting or …
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… Acetaminophen Use During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … you may have common problems that aren't caused by your pregnancy, like a cold or influenza (flu). Or you may have a … Not all cold and flu medicines are safe during pregnancy. Do not use other over-the-counter medicines, such …
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… Leg Cramps During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … and requires medical treatment. DVT may cause your calf or thigh to ache or feel tender when you touch or squeeze it or … and requires medical treatment. DVT may cause your calf or thigh to ache or feel tender when you touch or squeeze it or …
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Pregnancy: Pelvic and Hip Pain On this page: Overview … pains in your hips and pelvic area when you're pregnant. Pregnancy hormones are relaxing your ligaments . This … stabilizing exercises can help reduce pelvic pain during pregnancy. footnote 1 Ask your doctor or midwife if a safe …
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Pregnancy: Changes in Feet and Ankles On this page: Overview … Some changes in your feet and ankles are normal during pregnancy. These symptoms occur from normal hormonal changes … after delivery. Many women see a change in shoe size during pregnancy and that may not go away later. Redness and …
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… Breast Changes During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … Overview As the rest of your body changes during pregnancy, your breasts change too. They are getting ready … will probably feel less of the breast tenderness from early pregnancy. The veins in your breasts become more noticeable …
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… How Pregnancy (Conception) Occurs On this page: Overview Related … cycles begin, until menopause , when their cycles stop. A pregnancy starts with fertilization, when a woman's egg … to be produced in the uterus. This is the hormone that a pregnancy test measures. It prevents the uterine lining from …
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Pregnancy: Changes in Bowel Habits On this page: Overview … Constipation and hemorrhoids are common problems during pregnancy. Constipation Constipation causes less frequent … in prenatal vitamins also can cause constipation during pregnancy. Hemorrhoids Hemorrhoids are swollen veins at the …
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… Dental Care During Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview It's important to … it's safe—and a good idea—to visit the dentist during your pregnancy. Noticing changes in your mouth Some changes in your mouth during pregnancy are normal and should go away after your baby is …