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… Birth Control Hormones: The Pill On this page: Overview … or medicines you take. Your doctor can help you choose the birth control method that is right for you. What are the advantages of using combination pills for birth control? These pills work better than barrier methods. …
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… Vaginal Bleeding During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … Vaginal bleeding can be a sign of miscarriage or preterm labour during pregnancy in the first trimester . During the … the placenta is firmly attached to the uterine wall until birth. If the placenta separates from the uterus before the …
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… Helping Children During Immunizations On this page: Overview Related … child what has helped in the past. Teach your child to use relaxation techniques such as deep breathing or thinking about pleasant …
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… Risks and complications during pregnancy Last updated December 5, 2024 Overview … such as diabetes, miscarriage or congenital anomalies (birth defects). This does not happen to everyone. Many … Pregnancy: Hot tub and sauna use Bedrest for preterm labour External cephalic version for breech position …
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… Health and Safety, Birth to 2 Years On this page: Overview Health Tools Healthy … riding habits, such as avoiding busy streets. Bike only during daylight hours. Keep your child safe in strollers and … child safe. Injuries can occur at any time. But many happen during times of too much stress, such as when: Parents and …
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… Body changes during pregnancy Last updated December 5, 2024 Overview … about abnormal discharge. Leaking fluid could be a sign of labour starting. To learn more, visit Pregnancy: vaginal … one day and overwhelmed the next. You may worry about childbirth or lifestyle changes. Feeling anxious about the …
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… Back Pain During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … Overview Most women develop back pain at some point during pregnancy. As the size and weight of your growing … of a serious problem, such as a kidney infection or preterm labour. Talk to your doctor or midwife about seeing a …
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… Using drugs during pregnancy Last updated August 28, 2024 Street drugs … drugs can be harmful for you and for your developing baby during pregnancy. Using street drugs when you’re pregnant can increase the risk of miscarriage, stillbirth and preterm delivery. You may also eat poorly, not get …
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… Rh Sensitization During Pregnancy On this page: Related … Information What is Rh sensitization during pregnancy? You may have Rh-negative blood, and your … test until delivery. Your baby will have a blood test at birth. If the newborn has Rh-positive blood, you will have …
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… Massage Therapy During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … Talk with your massage therapist about your body position during massage. As your pregnancy progresses, the best … using aromatherapy oils. Some essential oils may be unsafe during pregnancy. Pregnancy …
