Archive for category: Pregnancy

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Sex During Pregnancy

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Some women report being “in the mood” more often when they’re pregnant. Others don’t. But when should you abstain and when is sex ok during pregnancy?
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How to Know if You’re Pregnant: Signs of Early Pregnancy

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Your period is late, now what? There are a few reasons your period could be late. Pregnancy is one of them. Learn the symptoms of early pregnancy and how soon you should take a home test. ---- How soon can you find out if you’re pregnant? We recommend waiting until a week after your missed period. But here are some other symptoms of early pregnancy along with our recommendations for the most accurate home pregnancy tests.
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Recurrent Pregnancy Loss: Causes & Treatments for Multiple Miscarriages

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Pregnancy loss at any stage can be devastating. When it happens more than once, many women wonder what is causing it and if they’ll ever carry a baby to term. During pregnancy and infant loss awareness month, we explore some of the most common causes and treatments for multiple miscarriages.
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Gestational Diabetes & Glucose Testing During Pregnancy

Gestational diabetes affects 10% of all pregnancies, but it has no symptoms. It can lead to serious heart and kidney conditions for both you and your baby. That is why glucose testing during pregnancy is important.
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Pregnancy Hospital Bag Checklist: What to Pack in Your Birth Bag

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Your baby's due date is getting closer! Your baby's nursery is coming together. Learn what you need to pack in your birth bag with our downloadable hospital checklist!
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Carrier Screening & Prenatal Genetic Testing for Birth Disorders

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Pregnancy inherently carries many unknowns. (So does parenting, really!) What will your child look like? What will her personality be? Will he be born on his due date or will he wait to arrive a week later? While…
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Ultrasounds During Pregnancy: What You Need to Know

Check out the latest info about ultrasounds during pregnancy from an OBGYN, where you should get them, and why they matter even if you don’t plan to have an extravagant gender reveal party!
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Giving Birth: Labor & Delivery Tips for First-Time Moms

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Giving birth can be both exciting and terrifying for first-time moms. Just as the rest of your pregnancy has differed from others', your birth experience will be unique to you and your baby. As you think about the big day when you'll finally meet your little one, you probably have questions about what to expect!
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Hypertension & Preeclampsia: How to Prevent and Treat These Conditions

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Preeclampsia and gestational hypertension can be surprising or even scary diagnoses. They affect 5-10% of pregnancies and are some of the main reasons labor is induced. Yet they are also some of the most common complications we see and manage every day. Learn which symptoms you need to watch for and why it’s so important to never skip a prenatal appointment.
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Preparing for Pregnancy: Getting Your Body and Life Ready for a Baby

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You’ve decided you’d like to have a baby. Congratulations! This is an exciting time that may also raise a number of questions for you, especially if you haven’t been pregnant before. Deciding when…

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