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Neural Tube Defects: A Brief Understanding Of Spina Bifida And Anencephaly

By: Snigdha Taduri

Single Umbilical Artery Problems: Umbilical Cord Blood Vessel Issues Caused by Missing Artery

By: Bridget Coila

Surviving Holiday Parties During Pregnancy: Best Ways to Navigate the Holiday Party Scene

By: Stephanie Haddad

Pregnancy and Exercise: Helping to Ensure a Healthy Pregnancy by Keeping Fit

By: Sarabeth Asaff

Umbilical Cord Length Problems: Short and Long Cords Can Cause Issues in Pregnancy

By: Bridget Coila

H1N1 Flu and Pregnancy: Be safe H1N1 complications while pregnant

By: Carmen Borthwick

Fetal Umbilical Cord Problems: Potential Causes Umbilical Cord Accidents in Pregnancy

By: Bridget Coila

Cholestasis During Pregnancy: Specific Complications in Pregnancy

By: Lisa Simonelli Rennie

Hypotension During Pregnancy: Specific Complications in Pregnancy

By: Lisa Simonelli Rennie

Recommended Exercises for Pregnancy: Safe Physical Activities to Participate in While Pregnant

By: Lisa Simonelli Rennie

Benefits of Exercise During Pregnancy: How Physical Activity Provides for a Healthier Pregnancy

By: Lisa Simonelli Rennie

Developing an Exercise Program During Pregnancy: Keeping Fit While Pregnant

By: Lisa Simonelli Rennie

The Rh Factor in Pregnancy: Why Doctors Pay Special Attention to Rh Negative Blood

By: Tamara Frank

Best Foods to Eat During Pregnancy: What Foods Are Best for You and Baby When You're Expecting

By: Karen Sheviak

Use of Amniocentesis in Pregnancy: Amniocentesis is Used to Detect Birth Defects Early in Pregnancy

By: Lisa Simonelli Rennie

Chorionic Villus Sampling as a Prenatal Test: CVS is Used to Detect Birth Defects Early in Pregnancy

By: Lisa Simonelli Rennie

Paxil Blamed for Birth Defects in Babies: Paroxetine Causes Heart Defects, Pulmonary Hypertension

By: Maria Blanco

What to Expect at Prenatal Checkups: The Importance of Prenatal Visits

By: Lisa Simonelli Rennie

Diet Tips for the First Trimester: Knowing Diet Dos and Don'ts Can Make Pregnancy Healthier

By: Lucy Tashman

When Itching During Pregnancy is Serious: Severe Itching May Signal Potential Problems in Pregnancy

By: Rhonda Day

The Diabetes Test During Pregnancy: Taking the Glucose Screening and Tolerance Tests

By: Tamara Frank

Prevent Stretch Marks From Pregnancy: Avoid Getting Striae on Belly, Back, and Breasts If Pregnant

By: Katherine Brind'Amour

Drugs to Avoid During Pregnancy: FDA Safety Categories Help to Guide Medication Use

By: Stephen Allen Christensen

Classifying Drugs for Use During Pregnancy: Identifying Medications That may Harm a Pregnant Woman or Her Fetus

By: Stephen Allen Christensen

Severely Obese Moms Negatively Impact Fetuses: Pre-Pregnancy Stomach Surgery Improves Child's Long Term Health

By: Roxanne Blanford

Best Pregnancy Diet: Exercise Diet Plans for Pregnancy

By: Robin McDaniel

Basic Exercise During Pregnancy: Exercising is Healthy for Pregnant Women and Their Babies

By: Genevieve Kiger

Obstetric Ultrasound: The Role of Ultrasound during Pregnancy

By: Diane Ursu

Examining Different Types of Prenatal Imaging: 2D Ultrasound, 3D Ultrasound, and 4D Ultrasound- How Do They Differ?

By: Karri Weathers

Natural Remedies for Trichomonas in Pregnancy: What to Do When Medication is Contraindicated

By: Mary Earhart

The Risks of Stopping Smoking While Pregnant: Reasons Not to Go Cold Turkey When Expecting

By: Mary Earhart

Preventing Complications of Gestational Diabetes: Participation of Mothers in their Care will Reduce Birth Risks

By: Mary Earhart

Pregnant Women and the H1N1 Swine Flu Vaccine: Is the Flu Shot Safe for Women During Pregnancy?

By: Katherine Brind'Amour

What is Pregorexia? A New Buzzword for Women Who Fear Weight Gain During Pregnancy

By: Feature Writer Melissa Murfin

Fish Oil in Pregnancy: Omega 3 Dietary Needs for Pregnant Women

By: Rachel Campbell

Exercises to Avoid During Pregnancy: Workouts That are Dangerous When You're Expecting

By: Karen Sheviak

About Fetal Alcohol Syndrome: Effects of Consuming Alcohol During Pregnancy

By: Rachel Campbell

Health Concerns for Obese and Pregnant Women: Overweight, Obesity Increases Risk of Complications During Pregnancy

By: Katherine Brind'Amour

Placental Abruption: Detachment of the Placenta from the Uterus

By: Diane Ursu

Subchorionic Hemorrhage: Bleeding During Pregnancy

By: Diane Ursu

Find Out When Your Baby is Due: There's More Than One Way to Determine Pregnancy Dates

By: Mary Earhart

Monitoring Fetal Movement to Prevent Stillborns: Pregnant Women Who Monitor Fetus Activity Less Likely to Lose Baby

By: Katherine Brind'Amour

Biophysical Profile: Assessing Fetal Well-Being during Pregnancy

By: Diane Ursu

Manage Gestational Diabetes During Pregnancy: Tips for Maintaining Health While Pregnant and Diabetic

By: Katherine Brind'Amour

Soothing Gallstone Symptoms During Pregnancy: At Home Remedies for Soothing Gallbladder and Muscular Pain

By: Carmen Sofia Grant

Natural Cold Remedies for Pregnant Women: Advice from Naturopathic Doctors on Fighting Colds During Pregnancy

By: Bonnie Way

The Top Foods to Avoid During Pregnancy: What Not to Eat When You're Expecting a Baby

By: Karen Sheviak

Nail and Hair Care for a Yummy Mummy: Looking After Your Hair and Nails during Pregnancy

By: Andrea Seren Charrington-Greene

Exercise During Pregnancy: Moderate Activity Poses No Risk to Pregnant Women or Their Babies

By: Stephen Allen Christensen

Nausea and Vomiting of Pregnancy: From Morning Sickness to Life-Threatening Hyperemesis Gravidarum

By: Stephen Allen Christensen

Managing Caloric Intake During Pregnancy: Increase Daily Intake by Only 300 Calories

By: Rhonda Day

Dangers of Rare Meat During Pregnancy: Undercooked Meat Can Lead to Serious Illness

By: Rhonda Day

Foods to Avoid During Pregnancy: Healthy Eating While Pregnant Means Avoiding Some Foods

By: Rhonda Day

Calm the Itching During Pregnancy: Dry Skin and Hormones Cause Skin Discomfort

By: Rhonda Day

Gestational Diabetes Risk Factors: Development of Diabetes During Pregnancy Linked to Health Indicators

By: Katherine Brind'Amour

Prenatal Care Issues for Diabetic Pregnancies: Study Shows Women with Type 1 Diabetes Struggle with Health Concerns

By: Katherine Brind'Amour

Eat for Two, but Don't Overeat During Pregnancy: Avoid Gaining an Unhealthy Amount of Weight While Pregnant

By: Katherine Brind'Amour

Exercise & Pregnancy – Standing Yoga Poses: Stay Healthy by Modifying or Avoiding These Yoga Asanas

By: Feature Writer Katrena Wells

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders: An Avoidable Cause of Lifelong Disability

By: Stephen Allen Christensen

Coping with the Heat in Pregnancy: How to Stay Cool in a Heat Wave While Pregnant

By: Louise Heyden

Exercise & Pregnancy – Inverted Yoga Poses: Stay Healthy by Modifying or Avoiding These Yoga Asanas

By: Feature Writer Katrena Wells

Pregnancy Hair Full of Tricky Hormones: Mom’s Hair Can Become a Mixed Bag Right Before Baby

By: Heather Lin

Information on Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS): Facts About this Prenatal Diagnosis Test

By: Katherine Brind'Amour

Coping with a Cold in Pregnancy: Natural Ways to Treat a Common Cold When Pregnant

By: Louise Heyden

Healthy Eating in Pregnancy: Healthy Foods to Help Grow a Healthy Baby

By: Louise Heyden

Prenatal Workout Guidelines: Stay in Shape during Pregnancy

By: Shelby Miller

Exercise & Pregnancy – Rotated Yoga Poses: Stay Healthy by Modifying or Avoiding Asanas That Twist the Torso

By: Feature Writer Katrena Wells

The Green Pregnancy - Preventing Allergies: Stop Allergies before Giving Birth

By: Tiesha Whatley

Circumcised Vs Uncircumcised - The Medical Facts: Health Implications That Affect Circumcised and Uncircumcised Boys

By: Gail Oliver

How to Gain Weight Properly During Pregnancy: Consuming Too Many Calories can Cause Problems for Mom and Baby

By: Karen Sheviak

Pregnancy Weight Gain Management: Diet and Fitness During Pregnancy are Essential

By: Rhonda Day

Pregnancy Nutrition: Following a Healthy Pregnancy Diet Promotes Mother and Fetal Health

By: Melissa Black

Calcium, Magnesium and Pregnancy: Women Need Adequate Minerals to Stay Healthy During Pregnancy

By: Loraine R. Degraff

Fetal Hydantoin Syndrome (FHS): Neonatal Effects of Phenytoin (Dilantin) use During Pregnancy

By: Kimberley Powell

Anemia During Pregnancy: Iron Deficiency is Common Among Pregnant Women

By: Sara McGrath

Prenatal Exercise - An Expert's Tips: Leanna Martens Talks About Exercising While Pregnant

By: Bonnie Way

Eating Healthy During Pregnancy: Healthful, Nutritious Foods are Essential for Mom and Baby

By: Rhonda Day

Pregnancy Discomforts and Concerns: The Final Months of Pregnancy Bring New Changes

By: Rhonda Day

Exercise During Pregnancy for Multiple Benefits: Healthy Prenatal Care Includes Daily Activity and Exercise

By: Rhonda Day

Work Out While Pregnant: Exercise During Pregnancy Benefits Fetus

By: Karen Sheviak

Fifth Disease in Pregnancy: Itching and Skin Irritation Causes Pregnancy Discomfort

By: Rhonda Day

Rubella and German Measles: A Preventable Cause of Birth Defects

By: Alicia Mae Prater

Remedies for Morning Sickness: A Pregnant Woman's Guide to Fighting Nausea and Vomiting

By: Feature Writer Erin T. McMillon

Prenatal Fitness Tips: Kimberley Payne Talks About Exercising While Pregnant

By: Bonnie Way

Choosing a Licensed Pregnancy Massage Therapist: Certificate, Safety, and Comfort Top the List for Expecting Moms

By: Feature Writer Mary King

Obesity Predetermined in the Womb: Study Demonstrates Body Type May be Determined Before Birth

By: Cheryl La Rocque

Taking Medication During Pregnancy: Medication Adherence is Essential for Healthy Prenatal Care

By: Rhonda Day

Nutrition for the First Trimester: The Healthiest Foods for Early Pregnancy

By: Juniper Russo

Itching During Pregnancy and PUPPPs: Rashes Can be Painful for Pregnant Women

By: Rhonda Day

Dad Needs Emotional Support During Pregnancy: Fathers Who Give and Receive Support Create Healtheir Pregnancies

By: Rhonda Day

Pregnancy Nutrition and Pre-eclampsia: How a Healthy Diet can Prevent Pregnancy-Induced Hypertension

By: Juniper Russo

Boxing Training During Pregnancy: Keeping Fit Before the Birth of Your Child

By: Stephen Richardson

Your Unborn Baby Eats What You Eat: Make Smart Food Choices for a Healthier Baby

By: Rhonda Day

Sweet Potatoes May Be Harmful during Pregnancy: The Potential Dangers of Vitamin A

By: Juniper Russo

Reducing Pregnancy Discomforts Naturally: Natural Remedies to Treat Common Problems in Pregnant Women

By: Wei Yin Wong

Fathers Create Strong Bonds During Pregnancy: Dads Also Contribute to Healthier Pregnancies

By: Rhonda Day

Healthy Eating and Exercising While Pregnant: Eat and Exercise for a Healthy Pregnancy

By: Bonnie Way

Maternity Healthcare: Tips for Women to Take Care during Pregnancy

By: Wei Yin Wong

Skin Changes during Pregnancy: Overcoming Common Skin Conditions in Expectant Mothers

By: Wei Yin Wong

Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: Diabetes Acquired During Pregnancy

By: Melissa Black

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