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… Pregnancy and alcohol use Last updated July 1, 2021 … Spanish Document Vietnamese What are the risks of drinking during pregnancy? There are a number of risks for you and your …
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… Multiple Sclerosis and Pregnancy On this page: Overview … has MS are able to have children without MS affecting the pregnancy, labour, or delivery. MS does not increase the … or birth defects. Some women have fewer MS symptoms during pregnancy, then a temporary relapse after delivery. …
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… High-Risk Pregnancy On this page: Overview … way for doctors to make sure that you get special attention during your pregnancy. Your doctor will watch you closely … fruits, and vegetables. Talk to your doctor about any changes you may need in your diet. Take any medicines, iron, …
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… Pregnancy: Blood Clots On this page: Overview Overview A … during pregnancy and after delivery. That's because of changes in hormones and blood flow. Having limited mobility … Trust yourself, and be direct. You are the expert on your body. If something doesn't feel right, get help. If you …
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… Diabetes: Preparing for Pregnancy On this page: Overview … eyes, and blood pressure, to see if you need treatment changes. Possible blood sugar problems during pregnancy. For example, many women have low blood …
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… Pregnancy-Related Problems On this page: Overview Check Your … able to urinate. Open skin sores or blisters and itching. Changes in your blood pressure that may mean you have … delivery (postpartum period), you can expect that your body will change as it returns to its non-pregnant …
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… Home Pregnancy Tests On this page: Test Overview Why It Is Done … Done Risks Results Test Overview Home pregnancy tests can find the presence of a pregnancy hormone … or hCG) in a sample of urine. High levels of hCG are made during pregnancy. The home tests have similar results to the …
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… Smoking: Problems With Pregnancy On this page: Overview … Overview When you're pregnant, everything you put in your body can affect your baby. If you smoke, your baby is … monoxide. Babies whose mothers breathe second-hand smoke during pregnancy are also more likely to have health …
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… Preparing for a Healthy Pregnancy On this page: Overview … or midwife says are okay. Get plenty of exercise. A strong body will make pregnancy and birth easier. It will also help … and Pregnancy Pregnancy Quitting Smoking and Avoiding Smoke During Pregnancy Adaptation Date: 9/11/2023 Adapted …
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… Pregnancy: Varicose Veins On this page: Overview Related … legs, but they can also affect the vulva . They are common during pregnancy. When the growing uterus puts pressure on the …
