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… Back Pain During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … Overview Most women develop back pain at some point during pregnancy. As the size and weight of your growing belly … low-heeled shoes and avoiding flat or high-heeled shoes. A pregnancy support belt that rests under your abdomen can …
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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 Overview Leg cramps are common during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters. … Doctors don't know exactly what causes leg cramps during pregnancy. Here are some things you can do to help relieve a …
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… Using drugs during pregnancy Last updated August 28, 2024 Street drugs and some … increase the risk of miscarriage, stillbirth and preterm delivery. You may also eat poorly, not get enough sleep, and … in the Lower Mainland at 604-660-9382 or toll-free anywhere in B.C. at 1-800-663-1441, or visit our Mental Health …
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… Multiple Pregnancy: Preterm Birth On this page: Overview Overview Pregnancy normally lasts about 40 weeks. When delivery occurs between 20 and 37 weeks of pregnancy, it's …
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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 and increased body weight and usually go away after delivery. Many women see a change in shoe size during …
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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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… 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 …
