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… Multiple Pregnancy: Should I Consider a Multifetal Pregnancy … a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information … birth, and disability. Reduced stress related to infant care. Caring for three or more babies can be stressful, …
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… Preparing for a Healthy Pregnancy On this page: Overview … Overview Even before you get pregnant, you can help make your pregnancy as healthy as possible. Take these steps: See … your risk of miscarriage. Take a daily multivitamin or prenatal vitamin. Make sure it has 0.4 mg folic acid. This …
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… High-Risk Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview What is a high-risk pregnancy? Your pregnancy is called high-risk if you or your baby has … about any health problems you have. How will your doctor care for you during your pregnancy? You will have more …
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… Pregnancy: Kick Counts On this page: Overview Overview Counting your baby's movements is one way your doctor can tell that … may notice less movement than when you are resting. At your prenatal visits, your doctor will ask whether the baby is …
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… Multiple Pregnancy: Twins or More On this page: Health Tools Cause Symptoms What Happens Prenatal Care Self-Care … twins tend to run in families. This means that if anyone in your family has had fraternal twins, you're more likely to …
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… Pregnancy-Related Problems On this page: Overview Check Your … up pizza for a short time, it can be worth it! Take your prenatal vitamins at night. And make sure you have something …
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… Pregnancy and dental health Last updated July 1, 2021 … health during pregnancy important? It is important to take care of your teeth and gums during pregnancy for the following …
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… Pregnancy: Blood Clots On this page: Overview Overview A … This is called deep vein thrombosis. It needs medical care right away. If a clot in a deep vein breaks apart, … worse when you cough or take a deep breath. Diagnosis Your doctor will do a physical examination and ask questions …
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… Caring for Your Skin When You Have Diabetes On this page: Getting … If high blood sugar levels have damaged nerves that go to your skin, you may sweat less, and your skin may become dry … breasts. Moist areas increase the risk of infection. Take care when you bathe. Use warm water. Avoid hot water, which …
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… Nutrition During Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview Your nutrition needs increase during pregnancy. Your body needs protein , carbohydrate , and fats for …
