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… Using drugs during pregnancy Last updated August 28, 2024 Street drugs and some pharmaceutical drugs can be harmful for you and for your developing baby during pregnancy. Using street drugs … or thinking of becoming pregnant, talk to your health care provider about any drugs or medications you are taking, …
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… Multiple Pregnancy: Preterm Birth On this page: Overview Related … After delivery, the neonatal staff will check and take care of your preterm babies. If your babies' gestational age is less …
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… Healthy physical activity in pregnancy Last updated August 8, 2013 It's never too late to start getting active, even if you're well into your pregnancy. Talk to your doctor or midwife first to … pregnancy progresses. Flexibility activities that involve bending and stretching help to keep your muscles and joints …
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… Pregnancy: Chemicals, Cosmetics, and Radiation On this page: … Information Overview Chemical exposure Take care during pregnancy to protect your developing baby (fetus) from harmful chemicals. Avoid …
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… Pregnancy After Age 35 On this page: Overview Related … after age 35 are healthy ones. But as you age beyond your mid-30s, some risks do increase. Your doctor or midwife … and decision-making. Having a healthy pregnancy Taking care of yourself is the best thing you can do for yourself …
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… Pregnancy: Nosebleeds and Bleeding Gums On this page: … This may also cause bleeding, especially when you brush your teeth. Your gums may be more swollen than usual. It may … work can be done while you are pregnant. Delaying dental care can make a problem worse. Preventing nosebleeds These …
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… Foodborne Illness During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … is important to take steps at home to prevent it. Use extra care with foods that can spoil, such as eggs, meats, … fish, and ready-to-eat foods within 2 hours. Make sure your refrigerator is set at 4°C (40°F) or colder. Prepare …
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… Massage Therapy During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … precautions to help make sure that massage is safe. Tell your massage therapist that you are pregnant. Be sure that your massage therapist has special training in pregnancy massage. Also check that the therapist is …
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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 … of urine. Bladder infections during pregnancy may increase your risk of kidney infections , miscarriage , and having a …
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… Pregnancy: Work and School Issues On this page: Overview … and engaged. You can probably keep working right up to your due date if there are no problems with your pregnancy. Women who have uncomplicated pregnancies can …
