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… First-Trimester Screening for Birth Defects On this page: … Test Overview During the first trimester of pregnancy, screening tests for birth defects may be done. These tests look for possible problems with your baby. The tests may be called first-trimester …
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… Postpartum: First 6 Weeks After Childbirth On this page: … is postpartum? During the first weeks after giving birth, your body begins to heal and adjust to not being pregnant. … change as it returns to its non-pregnant condition. As with pregnancy changes, postpartum changes are different for …
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… Pregnancy: Stretch Marks, Itching, and Skin Changes On this … purplish, reddish, dark, or whitish streaks, depending on your skin colour. Stretch marks are most common on the … than your usual skin colour. It most often occurs in a first pregnancy. The rash may appear first on stretch marks …
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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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… Special Health Concerns During Pregnancy Last updated January 30, 2018 Pregnancy makes you more aware of your body. It also brings a long list of changes, so it's … been pregnant before than in women who are pregnant for the first time. A small amount of bleeding in the first …
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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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… Health care providers during pregnancy Last updated December 5, 2024 Overview When you … (OB-GYN) to provide primary care throughout your pregnancy. Pregnancy: Choosing a health professional …
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… Your third trimester Last updated December 5, 2024 Overview Learn what to expect in the third, and final, trimester of your pregnancy. Your third trimester lasts from week 28 until the birth of your baby: Normal pregnancy: …
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… Your second trimester Last updated December 5, 2024 Overview … changes to getting the chance to see your baby for the first time - here's an overview of what to expect during the second trimester of your pregnancy. Your second trimester lasts from week 15 to 27: …
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… Pregnancy: Should I Have Screening Tests for Birth Defects? … a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information … the news that your baby has a birth defect change your parenting plans? If, for example, you know that you would …
