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… Foodborne Illness During Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview Preventing foodborne illness Pregnant women may become much … illness Listeriosis can cause serious problems during pregnancy. It's always important to store and prepare food …
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… Pregnancy: Chemicals, Cosmetics, and Radiation On this page: … Overview Chemical exposure Take care during pregnancy to protect your developing baby (fetus) from … or electric blankets has not been shown to cause birth defects. You can use an electric blanket or water bed heater …
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… Urinary Problems During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … Most women have an increased urge to urinate during pregnancy. This is a normal body response related to hormone … (retention) may be caused by infection, pressure on the tubes that carry the urine from the kidneys to the bladder …
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… Partner Support During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … Overview Why is it important to support your partner during pregnancy? Pregnancy is usually a time of excitement. But … decisions about prenatal tests, such as those for birth defects. Go to childbirth classes. You also can support your …
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… Rh Sensitization During Pregnancy On this page: … What is Rh sensitization during pregnancy? You may have Rh-negative blood, and your baby may … how well or poorly the baby is doing. Treatment focuses on preventing or reducing fetal harm and on avoiding early …
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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 …
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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 called a preterm birth. A baby born early is …
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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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… Preventing sexually transmitted infections (STIs) Last … do I talk about prevention? Talk to your partner(s) about preventing STIs before having oral, genital or anal sex. … (ECPs) or copper IUD (intrauterine device) can prevent pregnancy. These should be started as soon as possible. For …
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… Your health during pregnancy Last updated December 5, 2024 Overview Making your health a priority is especially important during pregnancy. Taking care of your mental, emotional and … help you and your baby. Learn more about your health during pregnancy in this section. Finding out you're pregnant There …
