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… High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy On this page: Health Tools … is a measure of the force of blood against the walls of your arteries. Your doctor will give you a goal for your … Sometimes high blood pressure during pregnancy is a first sign of preeclampsia . This condition can be dangerous …
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… Pregnancy and Chronic High Blood Pressure On this page: … growth and cause other serious problems. Sometimes it's a first sign of a serious problem called pre-eclampsia . High … cause symptoms. You will probably feel fine, even if your blood pressure is too high. You may not know you have …
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… Alcohol or Drug Use During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … During pregnancy, everything you eat, drink, or take into your body affects you and your growing baby. Using alcohol … is unexpected. Drugs and alcohol can harm your baby in the first weeks of pregnancy, so the sooner you can stop, the …
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… First-Trimester Examinations and Tests On this page: … Overview At each prenatal visit during your first trimester, you'll be weighed and have your blood … find out if you're depressed. Depression is common during pregnancy and after giving birth (postpartum). Experts …
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… Managing Emotional Changes During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … and plan for, which can be overwhelming. You may notice your moods changing often. And when you're pregnant, your … to take care of your body—and your emotions—during pregnancy. So don't hesitate to ask friends and family for …
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… Sexually transmitted infections during pregnancy Last updated January 30, 2018 When you’re pregnant, it’s important to speak with your healthcare provider about sexually transmitted … an STI during pregnancy you may have rescreening each trimester. If you do have an STI, there are treatments …
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… Managing bowel movements after pregnancy Last updated August 5, 2013 Women who have … tell you that, after the birth, one of the most daunting "firsts" was anticipating their first bowel movement. After giving birth, your bowels are often sluggish. This is due to stretched …
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… Emotional health and support during pregnancy Last updated December 5, 2024 Overview It is natural for you to focus extra attention on your physical health when pregnant. It is equally important … health supports on this page. Support and wellbeing during pregnancy It’s important to have a support system when …
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… Quick Tips: Healthy Pregnancy Habits On this page: Getting Started Related … Getting Started Here are ways you can take care of your own and your baby's health during pregnancy. See your … as paints, household cleaners, and pesticides. Think safety first. Take care to avoid falling. Unstable joints, your …
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… Pregnancy: Hot Tub and Sauna Use On this page: Overview Overview Raising your core body temperature is called hyperthermia. It can … they do advise caution. footnote 1 Hyperthermia during the first weeks of pregnancy has been linked to neural tube …
