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… First-Trimester Screening for Birth Defects On this page: Test Overview How It Is Done … the first trimester of pregnancy, screening tests for birth defects may be done. These tests look for possible … screening tests show the chance of your baby having certain birth defects such as Down syndrome or trisomy 18 . …
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… Birth Control: How to Use the Patch On this page: Overview … patch is started on any other day, use a backup method of birth control for 7 days. Start the patch on a day that is … skin (transdermal) patch is a highly effective method of birth control when it is used exactly as directed. The patch …
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… How to Take Birth Control Pills On this page: Overview Overview Birth control pills come in packs. There are several ways … During the first 7 days of pills, use a backup method of birth control, like a condom. Sunday start. Pick a Sunday to …
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… Birth Control Hormones: The Mini-Pill On this page: Overview … progestin. They are different from regular combination birth control pills. Those contain progestin and another … or medicines you take. He or she can help you choose the birth control method that is right for you. What are the …
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… Vaginal care after giving birth Last updated August 5, 2013 After giving birth, the area around your vagina needs special care. … breastfeeding. If you do not want another pregnancy, use birth control. Vaginal bleeding (Lochia) You can expect to …
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… Help with urination after giving birth Last updated August 10, 2013 For the first while after giving birth it may be difficult to pee. You may also find it hard … incontinence in women … Help with urination after giving birth …
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… Birth Control: How to Use a Diaphragm On this page: Overview … Call your doctor or nurse advice line and use backup birth control, such as a condom, or don't have intercourse … also protects better against pregnancy. Birth Control Diaphragm for Birth Control Current as …
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… Dental Care From Birth to 6 Months On this page: Overview … healthy pregnancy, because baby teeth begin to form before birth. If you are pregnant, eat a balanced, nutritious diet … For more information, see the topic Pregnancy. After birth, good nutrition plays a role in your baby's dental …
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… Intrauterine Device (IUD) for Birth Control On this page: Overview Overview The … well does it work? The IUD is a highly effective method of birth control. IUDs are more than 99% effective for … few months of IUD use, after being inserted just after childbirth, or in people who have not had a baby. What are the …
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… Speech and Language Milestones, Birth to 1 Year On this page: Overview … babies hear and respond to familiar voices. Soon after birth, your baby starts to learn expressive language skills. … babies hear and respond to familiar voices. Soon after birth, your baby starts to learn expressive language skills. …
