American Academy of Family Physicians.
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Posts tagged with ‘Pregnant Women’
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Early Pregnancy Loss
Early pregnancy loss is known as a miscarriage. It is a pregnancy that ends on its own in the first…
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Down Syndrome
Down syndrome is a genetic disorder that causes physical problems and intellectual disabilities.
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Back Pain During Pregnancy
Back pain is a common side effect of pregnancy. Thankfully, there are things you can do to ease the pain…
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Routine Tests During Pregnancy
Routine tests during pregnancy help monitor the health of you and your baby.
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Exercise During Pregnancy
Exercise offers many benefits during a normal, uncomplicated pregnancy. Talk to your doctor before starting an exercise program while…
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Preterm Labor and Birth
Preterm labor is when a woman goes into labor before 37 weeks of pregnancy. It can lead to premature birth,…
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Dilation and Curettage (D and C)
Dilation and curettage (D and C) is a female surgical procedure. It can be used for diagnosis, treatment, or following…
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Common Skin Conditions During Pregnancy
Skin changes are a normal part of pregnancy. Many conditions aren’t preventable and don’t require treatment. Most go away after…
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Bleeding During Pregnancy – What‘s Normal?
Vaginal bleeding can occur during pregnancy for serious and non-serious reasons.
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Screening in Pregnancy
When you are pregnant, genetic screenings can determine your baby’s risk for having Down syndrome, trisomy 18, and spina…
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Preeclampsia
Preeclampsia is a rare condition that women can get when pregnant. It occurs when a woman has high blood pressure…
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Pregnancy: Making Choices
You’ll have many choices once you find out you’re pregnant. Learn common questions you may have and how you can…
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Ending a Pregnancy
Abortion means ending a pregnancy early. When a woman chooses to end her pregnancy, it is called induced abortion.
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Breech Babies: What Can I Do if My Baby is Breech?
A baby is breech when it is in a headfirst position prior to birth. There are several ways to try…
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Healthy Pregnancy for Women with Diabetes
Diabetes can cause problems during pregnancy. Learn how to manage your diabetes to have a healthy pregnancy.
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Your Baby's Development: The Third Trimester
Learn all about your baby's development during the third trimester of pregnancy.
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Tobacco, Alcohol, and Drugs During Pregnancy
Women who are pregnant should avoid using tobacco, alcohol, and drugs in order to prevent the health risks that these…
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Why Should I Breastfeed?
Deciding whether or not to breastfeed is a very personal decision. Learn about the advantages and challenges of breastfeeding.
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Colds and the Flu | Viral Infections During Pregnancy
A respiratory infection is a viral, contagious illness. Most viruses are not harmful, but some can cause miscarriage or birth…
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Postpartum Depression Action Plan
Create an action plan for your postpartum depression to help you fight depressive feelings and symptoms after your baby is…
