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… Dental Care During Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview It's important to take care of your body when you are pregnant. This includes your teeth … it's safe—and a good idea—to visit the dentist during your pregnancy. Noticing changes in your mouth Some changes in …
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… Change Your Outlook to Lower Your Stress On this page: Getting Started Related … And what if that could bring more meaning and joy to your life? Changing how you think and act can actually rewire your brain. It can help you feel happier and healthier. …
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Pregnancy: Choosing a Health Professional On this page: … Overview You have a choice about who will deliver your baby. Doctors and midwives are trained to provide … Whether you choose a doctor or a midwife, it's important to find someone who can work closely with you and share in …
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Pregnancy: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome On this page: Overview … syndrome is caused by pressure on the median nerve in your wrist. This nerve runs through a small space in your … and strengthen the muscles in the hand and arm. Learning ways to protect your joints as you go through your daily …
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… Depression & anxiety during pregnancy Last updated August 5, 2013 Pregnancy should be a … your fault. There are a number of key steps you can take to find relief and feel better: Talk to someone about how … and depression are experienced together, but that’s not always the case. Often, determining which feelings are related …
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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 … to have or not have the test. They can also help you find other resources for support and decision-making. Having …
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Pregnancy: Chemicals, Cosmetics, and Radiation On this page: … Chemical exposure Take care during pregnancy to protect your developing baby (fetus) from harmful chemicals. Avoid … lead exposure, talk to your doctor. A simple blood test can find out the amount of lead in your blood. Avoid fish high …
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… Risks and complications during pregnancy Last updated December 5, 2024 Overview During pregnancy, you may have many questions about your health and potential complications that can occur …
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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 …