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Nov 5, 2009
Preterm Labor Symptoms
Preterm labor occurs in about 1 out of every 10 births. Knowing the signs to look for may help you know when everything is normal versus when to call your care provider.
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Nov 4, 2009
Lactose Intolerance and Pregnancy
Getting adequate calcium may be one of the biggest challenges for the pregnant woman with lactose intolerance. Find out what calcium-rich foods you can digest easily.
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Nov 3, 2009
How to Gain Healthy Weight During Pregnancy
Weight gain is a part of being pregnant. However, your pregnancy diet should be full of nutrient-rich foods so that you are not putting on pounds that you do not need.
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Nov 2, 2009
What to Do if You Are Abused During Pregnancy
Developing a safety plan is an important step in getting out of an abusive relationship. Having a strategy when you feel threatened will help you be prepared.
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Oct 30, 2009
H1N1 Flu Vaccine and Pregnancy
You may have heard mixed advice on whether or not it is safe to be vaccinated if you are pregnant. What do the experts say about the flu, H1N1 and how to stay healthy?
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Oct 28, 2009
Antidepressants During Pregnancy
Research shows Zoloft, Paxil and Prozac can increase baby's risk of heart defects, preterm birth, trips to the NICU and lower Apgar scores.
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Oct 26, 2009
Pregnancy and Artificial Sweeteners
Artificial sweeteners have received FDA approval but have not passed animal testing. Research shows that aspartame and sucralose can cause organ abnormalities and damage.
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Nov 6, 2009
Neural Tube Defects
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Snigdha Taduri
Neural tube defects affect about 2.6 in 1000 births worldwide, with spina bifida and anencephaly accounting up to for 95% of all neural tube defects.
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Nov 6, 2009
Single Umbilical Artery Problems
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Bridget Coila
In normal development, the umbilical cord has two arteries and one vein. In cases of single umbilical artery, one of these fetal blood vessels is missing.
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Nov 5, 2009
Surviving Holiday Parties During Pregnancy
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Stephanie Haddad
Armed with tips for eating smart, skipping alcohol, and staying comfortable, pregnant women will enjoy this season's holiday party scene!
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Nov 3, 2009
Pregnancy and Exercise
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Sarabeth Asaff
Practicing safe pregnancy exercises can help many women to feel better and keep fit while pregnant.
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Oct 30, 2009
Umbilical Cord Length Problems
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Bridget Coila
When the umbilical cord is too long or too short, issues can arise. Doctors and mothers-to-be should be vigilant when encountering these potential problems.
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Oct 29, 2009
H1N1 Flu and Pregnancy
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Carmen Borthwick
Pregnant? Here are important facts you should know regarding risks connected with H1N1 and how to protect both you and baby against infection and serious complication.
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Oct 29, 2009
Fetal Umbilical Cord Problems
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Bridget Coila
Umbilical cord problems, such as knots, in pregnancy can cause a lot of stress for moms-to-be, but they usually resolve themselves over the course of the pregnancy
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